PESTA BENAK,SRI AMAN

A tidal phenomenon in which the incomin' tide forms
a wave (or waves) of water against the direction of the current,is known as Tidal Bore or Benak in Sarawak. It occurs in relatively few locations worldwide, usually in areas with a large tidal range, typically more than 6 metres, between high and low water. It is a phenomenon that has never been truly understood, althouh the mechanism of its passage and size are fairly predictable.

The main key features of a tidal bore are the intense tubulance and turbulent mixing generated during bore propagation. A tidal bore creates a powerful roar that combines the sounds by turbulence in the bore front and whelpsthat can be heard far away.

Tidal bore or benak phenomenon in Malaysia can only be seen at Batang Lupar, Batang Sadong, Batang Samarahan and Batang Saribas in the state of Sarawak. Sri Aman is situated about 194 km by road from Kuching City. The unique phenomenon of tidal bore occurs in Batang Lupar. Batang Lupar flows from the Klinkang Range to South China Sea with river length of 275 km.

Home to a crocodile a.k.a Bujang Senang

'Bujang Senang' or 'Happy Bachelor' was the name for a huge crocodile that grew to 19 feet and 4 inches. The crocodile is notorious as a man-eating 'monster'. It had a well-formed and worn canines on its huge jaw. 'Bujang Senang' was well known back in 1993, when it went on its killing rampage around the Sri Aman area. The Batang Lupar River, which flows through Sri Aman, still conjures up fearsome images, as it was home to this legendary killer. It was struck down by a shotgun shell in Sg. Pelaban in Lingga Batang Lupar at Sri Aman.

PESTA NANAS SARIKEI (PINEAPPLE FESTIVAL)

Sarikei is known as "fruits basket of Sarawak"and one of the main supplier for vegetables and fruits for Central Region. One of the famous fruits is Sarikei Pineapple. It is for this reason Pineapple Festival was held annually in Sarikei town. During the festival, there are various activities organise by the organiser such as pineapple display competition, pineapple cooking competition, pineapple fashion show and many more. This will be an ideal time to visit Sarikei where you can experiences and sample the sweet and juicy pineapple fruits



There are many species that are popular in Sarikei pineapple. Nana pound, Honey Pineapple, Pineapple Josapin, Pineapple Mustard. Among other areas in Sarikei pineapple penegluaran is an agricultural area, Sg Sawang, Middle Drain, River One, Sg Sageng and surrounding peat. Until now has been associated with the name pineapple Sarikei other products of agriculture such as pepper and rubber.