Sibu grew from being a fishing and farming village during the Brooke era to becoming the commercial hub of Sarawak in the Colonial times and later, a booming town in the 70s and 80s. It sprouted as a town full of trishaws to one flooded with bicycles in the 60s.

Feb 21, 2025 · Sibu Jalan Market is one of the largest and most vibrant markets in Sarawak, located in the heart of Sibu town. This bustling marketplace is a must-visit for...

Sibu / ˈsiːbuː / is a landlocked city located in the central region of Sarawak, Malaysia. It serves as the capital of Sibu District within Sibu Division and is situated on the island of Borneo.

Sep 24, 2012 · Sibu is the largest port and commercial centre in the Rejang Basin and the gateway to Central Sarawak. Located at the confluence of the Rejang and Igan Rivers, approximately 130 km from the South China Sea, Sibu is a thriving modern town with a vibrant center and a bustling, crowded waterfront.

Jul 25, 2019 · Sibu Old Mosque (Masjid Lama Sibu) This old mosque of Sibu has been here since 1883.Its first as a wooden structure was built by Tuan Haji Abdul Salam Minangkabau from Indonesia. However, its structure was never changed; …

The Japanese military force installed a new Resident in Sibu in June 1942 and Sibu was renamed “Sibu-shu” in August 1942. After the Japanese surrender in 1945, Sibu reverted to colonial rule together with the rest of Sarawak which became a British crown colony.

Apr 17, 2011 · A little history of Sibu, the name Sibu comes from sibau (rambutan in Iban language). Originally a small trading post, it grew quickly into a major town that supplied sawn timber, plywood, logs, express boats, rubber, liquors, pepper, cocoa, palm oil, mushrooms, pineapples, sago and pottery to the world...

Nov 26, 2008 · Already shops have names like Fisherman's, Maju Jaya, Rasa Sayang sprouting up in Sibu. Times are a'changin!! But I hope Old Street will be Old Street forever. There is so much history and romance there. Would someone consider preserving these old buildings as Historical Heritage sites?

Aug 21, 2014 · SIBU: The Photographic Society of Sibu brought townsfolk on a walk down memory lane via 200 photographs of old day Sibu exhibited in the basement car park of Sibu Town Square in...

Known as the "Gateway to Central Sarawak," Sibu boasts a rich Chinese heritage, especially from the Fuzhou (Foochow) settlers who arrived in the early 1900s. The town is famous for its vibrant markets, temples, and unique culinary offerings.