To-Day is World Photography Day.

WORLD PHOTOGRAPHY DAY is all about remembering how truly photograph ca be.Today, we take our camera for granted and photograph is nothing new.But next time you are taking a trip to down memory lane, remember that there was once a time when photography does not exit.A time when those precious moments could not be captured, uploaded and shared.

Whether you’re a professional photographer or just someone who likes pointing and shooting for fun(like myself)today is especially for you.it’s World Photography Day!

World Photography Day is all about remembering how truly special a photograph can be. Today, we take our cameras for granted and a photograph is nothing new. But next time you’re taking a trip down memory lane, remember that there was once a time when photography didn’t exist. A time when those precious moments couldn’t be captured, uploaded and shared. - See more at: http://new.adasaclub.com/?p=1077#sthash.RS1ccS9I.dpuf

World Photography Day is all about remembering how truly special a photograph can be. Today, we take our cameras for granted and a photograph is nothing new. But next time you’re taking a trip down memory lane, remember that there was once a time when photography didn’t exist. A time when those precious moments couldn’t be captured, uploaded and shared. - See more at: http://new.adasaclub.com/?p=1077#sthash.RS1ccS9I.dpuf

World Photography Day is all about remembering how truly special a photograph can be. Today, we take our cameras for granted and a photograph is nothing new. But next time you’re taking a trip down memory lane, remember that there was once a time when photography didn’t exist. A time when those precious moments couldn’t be captured, uploaded and shared. - See more at: http://new.adasaclub.com/?p=1077#sthash.RS1ccS9I.dpuf

World Photography Day is all about remembering how truly special a photograph can be. Today, we take our cameras for granted and a photograph is nothing new. But next time you’re taking a trip down memory lane, remember that there was once a time when photography didn’t exist. A time when those precious moments couldn’t be captured, uploaded and shared. - See more at: http://new.adasaclub.com/?p=1077#sthash.RS1ccS9I.dpuf

“Last Minute Shopping” before Hari Raya.

Muslim families started their shopping to prepare for the coming festival. India Street Pedestrian Mall & Gambier Street in Kuching has been packed with shoppers for over two weeks, especially on the weekends. Shoppers are mostly looking for new clothes, cookies decoration for their homes to celebrate the Hari Raya Aidifitri, which is expected to fall on Aug 8. The date for Hari Raya Aidifitri is decided from the sighting of the new moon in the 29 locations throughout the country and The Keeper of Rulers’ Seal will declare the final actual date over the radio and television after decided.

  Muslims all over the world will celebrate Eid. For Malaysian that means "balik kampung" to or travelling back to our hometown to be with our family.

  songkok for Raya.

  songkok for Raya.

 Gambier Street are the best place to shop for spices, clothing, textiles

 Gambier Raod in Kuching crowded with shoppers shopping for clothes and others necessary items for upcoming Hari Raya

 Gambier Road in Kuching.

Bazaar Ramadan Kota Samarahan.

During Ramadan, food bazaars sprouts out in every corner, campaigning like the Malaysia Mega Sale. Whether you’re fasting or not, streams of hungry people would double park, pushing their way, just to check out the mishmash of Malaysian food. So, despite the sweltering heat of a hot Saturday afternoon, I make my way to Desa Ilmu Ramadan Bazaar & Kota Samarahan Ferri point Ramadhan Bazzar to let myself willingly ‘seduced’ by the abundance of food medley.I'm not going to show you the food or kueh in this post because I respect the privacy of the stall owner.Just to mention here most kueh be it traditional or modern kueh that sold here is almost can be found  in every Ramadhan bazzar in town so no big deal.All I can say is the celebration of the holy Ramadan festival brings along a unique experience that can be enjoy by all Malaysian, the food bazaar. During this festive season one can get to sample a variety of authentic and delicious Malay cuisine which is freshly prepare for the Muslim to break their fast.

 Ramadhan Bazzar Desa Ilmu, Kota Samarahan.

Ramadhan Bazzar Desa Ilmu.

 Kampong style pasar Ramadhan at Ferri point Kota Samarahan (Kampong Tanjung Bundong).

Kampong Tanjong Bundong @ Ferri point Kota Samarahan.

With Ramadhan bazaars across town it can be a bit difficult to separate the good from the bad, not to mention figuring out the stalls worth checking out. So we've done your homework for you and scoured a few popular Pasar Ramadhan markets to let you know what's worthy. We've broken it down to dishes you simply must have this season and where you can get the tastiest of the lot.Make some time to try them all, you won't be disappointed! - See more at: http://www.friedchillies.com/articles/detail/worthy-ramadhan-bazaar-finds#sthash.mYTl6Yss.dpuf

With Ramadhan bazaars across town it can be a bit difficult to separate the good from the bad, not to mention figuring out the stalls worth checking out. So we've done your homework for you and scoured a few popular Pasar Ramadhan markets to let you know what's worthy. We've broken it down to dishes you simply must have this season and where you can get the tastiest of the lot.Make some time to try them all, you won't be disappointed! - See more at: http://www.friedchillies.com/articles/detail/worthy-ramadhan-bazaar-finds#sthash.mYTl6Yss.dpufWith Ramadhan bazaars across town it can be a bit difficult to separate the good from the bad, not to mention figuring out the stalls worth checking out. So we've done your homework for you and scoured a few popular Pasar ...I look forward to Ramadan Bazaars every year to try many traditional local dishes together, some of which are sold only during Ramadan. At Ramadan bazaars, I see people from every community looking for and enjoying delicious food together.

With Ramadhan bazaars across town it can be a bit difficult to separate the good from the bad, not to mention figuring out the stalls worth checking out. So we've done your homework for you and scoured a few popular Pasar Ramadhan markets to let you know what's worthy. We've broken it down to dishes you simply must have this season and where you can get the tastiest of the lot.Make some time to try them all, you won't be disappointed! - See more at: http://www.friedchillies.com/articles/detail/worthy-ramadhan-bazaar-finds#sthash.mYTl6Yss.dpuf

With Ramadhan bazaars across town it can be a bit difficult to separate the good from the bad, not to mention figuring out the stalls worth checking out. So we've done your homework for you and scoured a few popular Pasar Ramadhan markets to let you know what's worthy. We've broken it down to dishes you simply must have this season and where you can get the tastiest of the lot.Make some time to try them all, you won't be disappointed! - See more at: http://www.friedchillies.com/articles/detail/worthy-ramadhan-bazaar-finds#sthash.mYTl6Yss.dpuf

Muslims in Malaysia to begin Ramadan fast on Wednesday.

Muslims in Malaysia will begin the Ramadan fast to-day.

The Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal, Datuk Seri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad, in making the announcement, said the date for the beginning of the fast for states in the whole of Malaysia was set for Wednesday on the order of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong following the consent of the Malay Rulers.
The announcement was carried live on Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) this evening.
The Conference of Rulers had agreed that the method of determining the first day of the Ramadan fasting month be based on the ‘Rukyah’ and ‘Hisab’.-

 As the fasting month begins, stalls and bazaars sprout around the country, offering an array of delicious fare for Muslims to break their fast.Picture collection from my year 2012 album.

Heroes Memorial Monument in Limbang.

Heroes Memorial Monument located in front of Limbang Police Station is listed as a new tourist destination under the Ministry of Tourism to promote the acts of the warriors, who died in 1962.The monument had to be promoted because it has its own history as a tribute to the warriors who were killed fighting against British colonialism.“The Heroes Memorial Monument has been listed as a tourist attraction in Limbang in Sarawak. Therefore, various efforts will be made to upgrade and beautify the monument to attract both domestic and international visitors.

 A memorial stands alone opposite the Limbang Police Station.  It commemorates the death of five Royal Marines and four Royal Malaysian Police Constables who was killed in action during the Limbang Rebellion/Limbang Raid.   Built close to the spot where where the first Z craft landed, the unveiling of the monument in 1963 was attended by many of the Royal Marines who took part in the actual riot.
Read the History HERE

The names of those who perished.

Kampung Meritam's Mud Volcanoes in Limbang,Sarawak.

 Buak,Buak This is how the local folk call it. This is the only mud spring in Limbang (or in Sarawak, perhaps). It has been a place for the  people to come and shower for fun, but it is less known by the town people in Limbang. There you will see many  mud springs (of various sizes, either dead or alive) all over the place. Being there just makes you feel like walking on the surface of The Moon.
When visiting Limbang go for a mud bath in Kampung Meritam's mud volcanoes. The mud volcanoes form natural, cool mud baths that locals and occasional tourists enjoy. Wallow in the mud pools, enjoy the mud slides and clean up in the site's excellent shower and toilet facilities afterwards. 
The mud volcanoes have free entry, though it is 35km from Limbang. Take the road to Kuala L (the Brunei road) and turn off when you see the Kampung Meritam sign. The mud volcanoes are signposted about 10km down this road, up a driveable track. A good landmark is a cellphone tower. Free showers are available. Visit the village just past the entrance to the mud volcanoes on your trip to see a delightful sarawak village. There are no shops nearby.

Pesta Babulang in Limbang.

Babulang is the largest or grandest of the many rituals, ceremonies and festivals of the traditional Bisaya (Borneo) community of Limbang, Sarawak. It is a joyful occasion; involving many people; and incurs quite a substantial amount of expenditure to organize. The festival showcases various music, songs, and dances; displaying colourful traditional costumes; decorations and handicrafts.
It is only during 'Babulang' that these Bisaya's dances, songs, handicrafts and hospitality to their guests are on display.
Highlights are the Ratu Babulang competition and the Water buffalo races which can only be found in this town in Sarawak.

I'm from Sarawak Bloggers Society and My trip hosted by Sarawak Tourism Board.
Sarawak Tourism Board  has been generous to offer Sarawak Bloggers special passes to numerous tourism related events in Sarawak.  In return, bloggers and social media users from Sarawak Bloggers have promoted the event via their networking.  Among the notable events are the award winning Rainforest World Music Festival, Miri Jazz Festival and home stay trips.

 Below is the photographs taken during my visit to Limbang for Pesta Babulang 2013..continue from my previous entry. Thank You.

cooking  competition of Bisaya culture traditional food.

Bisaya Maiden..

 Bisaya Traditional Food.

 Bisaya next generation...

 Traditional food..

 The Bisaya Batu Danau in Limbang.

 Traditional handicraft of Bisaya..