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Sunset

Golden Light at the Astana

Catch the sun dipping below the Sarawak River with a local snack in hand.

Best time: 18:19About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 18:09

    Commons

    Pick up a drink at Commons. This café is open until 23:00, so it is easy to find before the evening rush.

  2. 18:39

    Sarawak Botanical Garden

    Walk to Sarawak Botanical Garden. It is just 11 minutes from the anchor, giving you time to settle in before the light changes. The gardens offer a quiet green space to wait for the sun.

  3. 18:49

    Astana

    Watch the sunset over the Astana. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting golden light on the palace across the river. This is the peak moment for the view.

  4. 19:19

    Orchid Park

    End the evening at Orchid Park. It is only 6 minutes from the Astana, making it a short and easy walk to finish your night.

Local tip

The view from the Astana is best when the sun is low on the horizon. Arriving early lets you find a good spot without the crowd.

Check before you go

  • Commons is open Mo-Su 09:00-23:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Kuching (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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