Limbang District Council to develop 18 new tourist spots in next five years
LIMBANG (Aug 20): The Limbang District Council (MDL) has identified 18 locations across the district to be developed as tourism attractions over the next five years, in a move aimed at unlocking the region's potential as a travel destination.
Council chairman Councillor Sufian Mohat said Limbang is blessed with natural and cultural assets that can appeal to both domestic and international visitors.
'In the next five years, we will focus on developing these 18 sites into attractive tourism spots. Work is already underway, and five of them have been officially recognised,' he told reporters during a press conference for the Santaba Jetty Festival at the MDL office today.
The five recognised sites are Tasik Bukit Mas, Santaba Jetty, Lumpur Bebuak, Limbang Recreation Area, and Inap Desa Alai Gayo.
Sufian also highlighted MDL's efforts to boost visibility through signature events, noting that Bukit Mas Day, Lumpur Bebuak Festival, and the Santaba Jetty Festival have been listed in the Limbang Division Tourism Calendar, with two of them also featured in the Sarawak Tourism Calendar.
Turning to the upcoming Santaba Jetty Festival, he described it as a showcase of the district's scenic charm and cultural vibrancy.
'We are targeting a crowd of 5,000 visitors for this year's festival, which will take place on Aug 23 to 24 at Kampung Patiambun,' he said.
The festival will feature a mix of cultural activities, traditional sports, and exhibitions, aimed at encouraging community involvement and fostering unity among residents.
'It can also promote local tourism by highlighting the beauty and uniqueness of Santaba Jetty, while preserving and introducing our cultural heritage with the outside community and younger generation,' Sufian added.
Among the highlights of the two-day event are tug-of-war competitions, a decorated boat parade, and traditional sports and performances by the Bermukun and Kedayan communities. Limbang District Council Santaba Jetty Festival tourist spots
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