A Guide to Downtown Miri in Malaysia, Miri, Malaysia

This coastal city is the second largest in the state of Sarawak, and thanks to its strategic location near to the country of Brunei, it is oftentimes treated as a gateway to Brunei. Much like its neighbour, Miri is also famed for its oil and gas industry.

But once you peel off the petroleum layer, there is also a number of things which you can enjoy exploring about this coastal city while you are visiting Miri!

This guide will walk you through the key sites which can be visited while you are exploring this destination. Hence, without further ado…

This area was once a busy industrial wharf where ships docked to transport timber and oil. It was revitalized in the early 2000s to turn the riverfront into a public leisure space. This is also the place where you can see the Seahorse Statue, the official mascot of Miri. The seahorse was chosen because it represents the city’s coastal identity and its gentle, graceful “Mirian” hospitality.

Historically, this river served as a vital transport route for the local Malay and Melanau communities long before roads were paved in northern Sarawak. The river area is famous for its traditional stilt houses and local markets. It’s a place where you can still feel the “old world” village charm just minutes away from the modern city center. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).