The GEOCLICK 1 Published by Forest Department Sarawak /Jabatan Hutan Sarawak Level 11, Right Wing, Bangunan Baitul Makmur II, Medan Raya, Petra Jaya, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. Tel : + 6082 - 495 111 Fax : + 6085 - 495 101 Email : sarawakdeltageopark.gmail.com Web : https://www.forestry.sarawak.gov.my First Printing 2023 Copyright by Forest Department Sarawak, Constitution & Conservation Division - Geopark Section Design, Layout & Printing by Syarikat Tiara Kreatif [email protected] [email protected] MOF License No. 357-3000028167 ISBN No. 978-967-26032-7-6 All Rights Reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval systems, or transmitted in any form or by any means without permission from the copyright holder.
The GEOCLICK 2 Old Court House, Kuching by John Lai Teck Kee
The GEOCLICK 3 04 Preface Chairman Heritage and Scientific Conservation Committee 06 LeNS MaSTerS Capturing The Winning Shots 22 GeoLoGicaL odySSey Discovering SDGp Geological Wonders 52 WiLd WoNder Exploring The Splendour of Nature 05 abouT THe coNTeST The GeoClick : Sarawak Delta Geopark 16 adveNTure aWaiTS Conquering The Unknown 34 TaSTeS of THe WorLd A Gastronomic Exploration of Culture 96 THe GoLdeN MoMeNTS A Memorable Award Ceremony
The GEOCLICK 4 Preface by Chairman of Heritage & Scientific Conservation Committee It is with great pleasure and anticipation that we present to you “The GeoClick: Capturing the Beauty of Sarawak Delta Geopark.” This book is a culmination of the extraordinary talent, dedication, and passion of the photographers who participated in the esteemed photography competition held in conjunction with the Proclamation Day of Sarawak Delta Geopark. The Sarawak Delta Geopark is a treasure trove of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and geological marvels. It is a place where nature’s grandeur merges seamlessly with the richness of history and vibrant traditions. Through their lenses, the participants in this competition have captured the essence and splendour of this remarkable geopark, portraying its breath-taking landscapes, diverse biodiversity, and the tapestry of cultures that thrive within its boundaries. “The GeoClick” serves as a testament to the power of photography in encapsulating the beauty and significance of our world. It is a celebration of the harmonious coexistence of nature, food, culture, adventure, geology, and archaeology, all of which form the foundation of the Sarawak Delta Geopark initiative. As you delve into the pages of this book, be prepared to embark on a visual journey. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Sarawak Photo-Art Society (SPAS), the Organising Committee of the Fame Ceremony, and the Photography Competition Committee for their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in making this competition a resounding success. Finally, we express our sincerest appreciation to the talented photographers whose awe-inspiring work graces the pages of this book. Your artistic vision and ability to capture the essence of this geopark have truly brought its beauty to life. May your photographs inspire future generations to appreciate and protect the precious natural and cultural heritage that the Sarawak Delta Geopark embodies. We invite you to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of “The GeoClick: Capturing the Beauty of Sarawak Delta Geopark” and embark on a visual odyssey that will leave an indelible mark on your heart and soul. Thank you for joining us on this extraordinary journey! daTu HaMdeN biN Haji MoHaMMad
The GEOCLICK 5 About the Contest The GeoClick: Sarawak Delta Geopark Sarawak Delta Geopark organised its first photography contest with the theme ‘Nature, Food & Culture, Adventure, Geology and Archaeology’. This contest, organised in collaboration with the Sarawak Photo-Art Society (SPAS), was launched on 1 September 2022 and was open to enthusiastic photographers. SDGp organised a prize presentation ceremony for winners of the GeoClick Photography Contest 2022 at Pullman Hotel, Kuching on 26 October 2022. The photo captioned ‘Gawai Festival Celebration’ by Mr Lam Hui Chen had captured the attention of the judges and won him the first prize of RM3,000.00, a trophy and a certificate. The second prize went to Ms Ting Pang Sing and the third prize was bagged by Mr Chong Say Liong. Both winners walked away with cash prizes of RM2,000.00 and RM1,000.00 respectively, a trophy and a certificate each u
Darul Hana Bridge The GEOCLICK 6
The GEOCLICK 7 Lens Masters Capturing the Winning Shots
The GEOCLICK 8 First Prize Title: Gawai Festival Celebration at Annah Rais Long House, Padawan by Lam Hui Chen
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The GEOCLICK 10Second Prize Third Prize Title: Sea of Cloud at Borneo Highland, Padawan by Ting Pang Sing
The GEOCLICK 11 Third Prize Title: The Cobra Sea Stack at Bako National Park, Bako by Tang Song Wei
The GEOCLICK 12 Long Tailed Macaque Macaca Fascicularis by Mak Sen Fatt Proboscic Monkey at Bako National Park by Chong Say Liong
The GEOCLICK 13 Lion Dance at Siniawan, Bau by John Lai Teck Kee Chestnut Bellied Malkoha Bird at Bako National Park by Bong Ted Onn
The GEOCLICK 14 Rock formations at Telok Pandan Kecil Bako National Park by Chew Chun Hian
The GEOCLICK 15 The Wonders of SARAWAK DELTA GEOPARK Trombol Beach by Aizah Harwani binti Mohd Jamadil
The GEOCLICK 16 Trombol Beach
The GEOCLICK 17 Adventure Awaits Conquering the Unknown
The GEOCLICK 18 Fairy Cave Nature Reserve, Bau by Kueh Siew Boo
The GEOCLICK 19 Cliff Climbing at Fairy Cave, Bau by Terence Tan Bako Jetty by Hazize bin San
The GEOCLICK 20 Fairy Cave Nature Reserve, Bau by Mak Sen Fatt
The GEOCLICK 21 Padawan Rafting by John Lai Teck Kee Padawan Rafting by Mak Sen Fatt
The GEOCLICK 22 Kampung Paya Mebi, Jalan Landeh Padawan
The GEOCLICK 23 Geological Odyssey Discovering SDGp Geological Wonders
The GEOCLICK 24 Fairy Cave Nature Reserve, Bau by Isaac Liew Lakei Island, Bako National Park by Isaac Liew
Batu Kapal, Lakei Island by Isaac Liew The GEOCLICK 25
The GEOCLICK 26 Beautiful Cave, Fairy Cave Nature Reserve, Bau by Hu Toh Kai
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The GEOCLICK 28 Fairy Cave Nature Reserve, Bau by Muhammad Zulfiqar bin Zulazhar @ June Magnificient Rocks Formation at Paku Maze Garden, Bau by Tan Terence
The GEOCLICK 29 Mighty Cave, Fairy Cave Nature Reserve, Bau by Hu Toh Kai
The GEOCLICK 30 Bako National Park by Mak Sen Fatt
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The GEOCLICK 32 Sea Stack, Teluk Pandan, Bako National Park by Isaac Liew
The GEOCLICK 33 Teluk Pandan, Bako National Park by Isaac Liew
The GEOCLICK 34 Sarawak Cultural Village
The GEOCLICK 35 Taste the World A Gastronomic Exploration of Culture
The GEOCLICK 36 Kuching Night Market by John Lai Teck Kee Kuching Night Market by John Lai Teck Kee
The GEOCLICK 37 Kuching Night Market by Liew Yong Fei
The GEOCLICK 38 Kuching Night Market by John Lai Teck Kee
The GEOCLICK 39 Kuching Night Market by John Lai Teck Kee
The GEOCLICK 40 Gambier Road, Kuching by Lam Hui Chen
The GEOCLICK 41 Kuching Night Market by Liew Yong Fei
The GEOCLICK 42 Sarawakians in traditional attire from various races by Awang Hafizam Awang Saini Ethnic Group by Lam Hui Chen
The GEOCLICK 43 The Gawai Dayak procession, Kuching Waterfront by Noor Azfa Sheblee
The GEOCLICK 44 Colourful Lions at Hong San Si Temple by Noor Azfa Sheblee Dragon Dance, Siniawan Bau by Ting Pang Sing Siniawan, Bau by John Lai Teck Lee Kampung Muara Tebas Temple, Bako by Liew Yong Fei
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The GEOCLICK 46 Indian Mosque, Kuching by Qairul Anwar bin Mohamad Roslan
The GEOCLICK 47 Petra Jaya Mosque, Kuching by John Lai Teck Lee
The GEOCLICK 48 Thaipusam Festival Thaipusam Festival by Ting Pang Sing
The GEOCLICK 49 Darul Hana Bridge, Kuching Waterfront, by Ting Pang Sing