Miri
Sarawak’s premier Resort City, gateway to UNESCO Niah Caves, coral reef diving, coastal cliffs, and petroleum heritage.
Miri is Sarawak’s second-largest city and its official "Resort City." Set right on the northern coast with panoramic sunsets over the South China Sea, Miri is the birthplace of Malaysia’s petroleum industry, commemorated at the historic The Grand Old Lady atop Canada Hill.
Miri is a paradise for history buffs, divers, and nature lovers: it is the primary base for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Niah National Park (home to 65,000-year-old prehistoric human remains), diving pristine untouched coral atolls at Miri-Sibuti Coral Reefs National Park, and exploring the dramatic seaside sea arches of Tusan Beach.
Essential Info
Climate:
Tropical coastal climate (24°C to 33°C). Sunny coastal weather with cooling evening breezes.
Currency:
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). Brunei Dollars widely accepted across town.
Language:
English, Malay, Chinese, Iban
Emergency Hotline:
999 (General Emergency), Miri General Hospital (+60 85-420 033)