Monday, July 14, 2008

Tourists regard Sibu central market as must-visit place


SIBU: Many locals don’t even glance at Sibu Central Market anymore when they pass by because for them the novelty of the biggest market in Sarawak has worn off.

But tourists regard it as a must-visit place due to its concept and the myriads of goods under one roof.

Located at Jalan Channel opposite the town’s Express Boat Passenger Terminal, the market which is the biggest in Sarawak has separate sections for wet and dry goods.

It even houses hawkers from the former Lembangan native market which some locals have begun to forget ever existed.

There are more than 1,000 vendor stalls selling local delicacies, vegetables, fruits, jungle produce, garments, handicrafts and so on.

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