A Hike Up Beautiful Mount Singai, Borneo

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Mount Singai is located in Bau, a 45 minutes drive from Kuching where I lived. The Bidayuhs, a tribe here settled in this area in 1800s as its steep slopes provided protection against their enemies.

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Today Mount Singai is a popular hiking trail famous for its lush beautiful forests.

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The area is also a pilgrimage site for Catholics and this sculpture represents the 130 anniversary of the Catholic Church in Mount Singai.

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A cafe at the foot of Mount Singai.

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This Arch erected by the Catholic Church marks the starting point of the trail to Mount Singai.

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A map of the trail.

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Along the trail are 14 stations of the cross, this is the first station.

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The slop is quite steep but there are belian ( a tropical hardwood) plankwalk throughout the trail.

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Volunteers sweeping the belian plankwalk.

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The lush greenery with its flora and fauna.

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Bamboo groves are commonly found here.

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Palms form part of the vegetation here.

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A prayer that can be found in one of the Station Of The Cross.

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A twisted branch makes an interesting imagery in the jungle.

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This gigantic tree is a magnificent sight to behold.

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One can enjoy spectacular scenery from this viewing platform.

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A sign welcoming you to the pilgrimage centre.

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This pilgrimage centre has rooms for retreats and prayers.

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A shrine dedicated to Mother Mary at the pilgrimage centre.

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This amphitheatre can be used to hold open air mass.

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It was a very enjoyable hike with beautiful scenery.

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