Kg Bengoh - Kpg Semban  

the word according to Sharon P




For those that are into outdoor activities or might be a nature lover, then this place might be the right place to spend your weekend or holiday. Its at the outskirt of kuching and about an hours drive from Kuching. I was quite interested to join my colleague, Melvin for this hiking trip coz i have always wanted to go hiking or mountain climbing since i was young, but since it's a Sunday i have to pass it as i have to attend mass in d morning. However, Melvin went for the hike and told me luckily i didnt go as it was reli muddy and slippery but he has some great pics 2 share. Girls, nid not worry abt leeches coz there aren't any..as told by Melvin. But thr r some essential things 2 bring during ur hiking trip such as cap, extra clothes, sunblock, lots of water, towel, shorts/khakis, camera..dats all i cud remember..let these pics do d talking..



I personally like d place in d last pic most..it seems reli cool..like an isolated island and there's 3 lost guys there..hehe..reminded me of the movie Cast-away/Lost..However, dis amazing place is going to be cleared soon and the villagers will be asked to move out as the Gov will build a water dam at the place. Dis is so saddening. So enjoy this place while u still can..

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Anonymous  
3:28 PM

Hi, actually there is no need for the people to move out of the area at all. The place is so beautiful (and fertile) that they were told to move because the 'gomen' wanted to use the area for themselves i.e. build resorts, or may be plant palm oil. I've been there several times and talked to some of the villagers, and was told none of them wants to move. The resettlement process is poorly conducted and not even the people themselves are part of this discussion. The best part is only 1,500ha of land will be flooded and may only affect one kampung (Kpg. Sait). So, what's the purpose of moving out, especially when roads can be build there and electricity can be provided in the area.

*sigh* I guess I'm just tired of the "what to do lah, better enjoy it now" attitude. To those who are concerned about the people, their environment and their rights, each of us has a role to play to highlight these concerns.

Sorry to just budge in like this. :)

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