Covering an are of over 54 sq. km, Singkawang is renowned for its thousand of viharas or temples. Rich in cultural heritage, home to friendly people, and abundand in local fruits and vegetables, Singkawang is gorgeous resort facilities make it the perfect holiday destination. The city offers a wide range of accommodation options from budget options to star and standard hotels to cottages, and is made more appealing by its numerous restaurants, shopping centers and discotheques.
Alluring white sandy beaches and features the annual Cap Go Meh celebration on the 15 days after IMLEK ( Jan-Feb 2010 ) an extremely important festival for the Chinesae - Tionghoa that incorporates the Tatung, or magical spirit possession as well as the Singkawang Festival can be seen on June 2010. Be a part of it !
Tourist Information :
Phone 62-562 631423 - 62-561 742838
Fax. 62-562 636023 – 392443
SAKOK CERAMIC
Sakok is located seven kilometers from singkawang and is distinguished for its unique pottery made by locals of Chinese desent. Here is a huge kiln, approximately 30 meters (100 ft) long.
SINKA ISLAND
A resort destination in the singkawang area at Teluk Karang – Mak jantuk, sinka island offers a chance at glimpsing rare animals. Visitors also participate in horseback or delman riding.
TERATAI INDAH RECREATION GARDEN
Situated around 2 km away from singkawang city, this is the perfect garden for vacationers to enjoy the swimming pool, restaurant, and water bicycling.
PASSI-VIHARA
The Surga Neraka Vihara (Heaven and Hell Temple) at the Passi Mountain provides exciting panoramic views of the singkawang area. The local Tionghua people believe that living well and visiting this temple will bring greater rewards in the afterlife.
CHIKUNG VIHARA
30 minutes north of singkawang, the Buddha Maitreya seet will interest the architect lover and leave a lasting impression.
RECREATION GARDEN BUKIT BOUGENVILLE
The flowers of Bougenville attract visitors world wide. Situated picturesquely near Passi Mountain, Visitors enjoy the canteen and swimming pool. Beautiful souvenirs and seeds can be found here.
HONGKONG MARKET
Famous among the local people, this market is in constant swing selling a wide variety of food and drinks. The market opens daily in the afternoon and keeps moving untillate at night.
Nestled next to PALM BEACH or TAMAN IMPIAN, PASIR PANJANG is one of west kalimantan’s most beautiful beaches. This is perfect spot for nature lovers wanting to enjoy cottage living, the off-road area, and swimming pool. Sample local foods and take a stroll on the white sandy beachfront area. To the west are RANDAYAN ISLAND and LEKUMUTAN ISLAND, two islands well known for their coral reefs marine life. Dive, swim, fish, or go water skiing as you enjoy these beautiful islands.
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