Paku Rock — Attraction in Sarawak

My visit to the rock maze garden was an experience I will never forget. The trail was exceptionally well-maintained, with clear markings and a smooth path to follow. As I made my way through the maze-like collection of razor-sharp limestone rocks and beautiful natural rock formations, I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder and awe at the beauty of the surroundings.

The rock maze garden is an ideal destination for children looking to get close to nature. The shaded area and cool temperatures make it a comfortable place to explore, even on a sunny day. However, it is not suitable for those in wheelchairs due to the narrow path and uneven terrain, which is covered in roots, limestone, and small rocks.

As I made my way through the rock maze, I was struck by the intricate and complex patterns formed by the jagged limestone formations. It was as if the rocks had been sculpted by some unseen force, creating a series of winding passageways and hidden chambers.

Despite the challenges posed by the uneven terrain, the rock maze garden is a truly magical place. As I explored, I couldn't help but feel a sense of peace and tranquillity, as if I were the only person in the world. The quiet rustle of leaves and the gentle trickle of water provided a soothing soundtrack to my journey, and I found myself lost in thought as I wandered through the maze.

As I reached the end of the trail, I was struck by the sense of accomplishment that came with having navigated the rocky path. The rock maze garden is a truly unique and awe-inspiring place, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an adventure in nature.

If you are looking for a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, the rock maze garden is a destination that is not to be missed when visiting Bau. So if you're in the area, be sure to add it to your list of must-see attractions – you won't be disappointed!

Oh ya, the Paku rock maze is just next to a Chinese temple, please remember to pay respect by not making a lot of noise, and make littering to keep the place...

First impression upon entering Paku Rock Maze Garden was that this was a combination of a miniature Stone Forest in Yunnan, China and Angkor Wat Temple complex in Cambodia.

The similar to Stone Forest need no explanation as they were of similar geological formation.

The Angkor Wat resemblance was because of the roots of trees that clung to the rocks whereby that particular portion must had been once covered with soil many years ago but now they were being exposed.

The rock formations throughout the Garden were unusual if they had been shaped by nature. Basically there were 2 distinct shapes.

On the bottom portion of the rocks, they were straight horizontal concave erosion with at least 2 or 3 such layers spaced out orderly. At the top portion of the rocks, they were vertical straight concave erosion instead of horizontal. And they met at one particular level on the rock.

That was extremely unusual to me as my limited knowledge was telling me that the shapes must had been due to rock erosion caused by water. Was the vertical shapes caused by rains (but why were they spaced out evenly). Likewise, the horizontal could be caused by water flowing through the Garden but why were space out evenly in layers.

I sincerely hoped that the Association looking after the Garden would engage the Geology Department and put out information on how the shapes of the rocks were formed over times.

The visit left me unfulfilled as there were so many unkonwn and no information posted on site to explain the phenomenon and wanting to know more about the place and Bau as a region

Without the above stated information, I gave the Garden a 3 stars out of 5. Instead I gave a 4 stars because I sincerely hope that such information would be posted on site and that would definitely warrant the rating I am giving now. I understand that the Garden was newly opened and improvements will be on the way.

Entrance was free and the Garden could be covered within an hour without any...

Paku is a small town in Bau district nearby Kuching city about 25 to 30 mins drive from the Kuching city itself. It is about approximately a 30km drive from Kuching city. This Paku's Rock Maze is located behind the Shiwang Temple with small parking space for the visitors. It is not far from Nirvana Cemetery, and it is easy to spot from the main road, you just have to drive slow to make sure you dont miss it. It is suitable for family with not-so-little children who can walk around but it is still dangerous for kids because the stones are sharp at some area and might be slippery for some old folks to walk around if the surrounding is wet. From the history I've read, Paku Rock Maze is a naturally formed stone forest landform. Paku rock maze garden, in addition to the representative Golden Hoop, also has a mini Five Fingers Mountain standing in the center. The name itself Five Fingers Mountain comes not only from the similar shape of its five ridges but also echoes the culture of Monkey King together with the roots of the Golden Hoop". It is a good place to meditate, release your stress and too, good for short...