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Canada Hill & The Grand Old Lady

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Canada Hill is one of Miri’s most important historical landmarks and the site of Malaysia’s first oil well, famously known as The Grand Old Lady. This location marks the beginning of the country’s petroleum industry and plays a key role in Miri’s development. Situated on a hill overlooking the city, Canada Hill also offers visitors scenic views of Miri and its surrounding areas. It combines industrial history with a peaceful viewpoint, making it a meaningful stop for travelers interested in heritage and city landscapes.

What to See & Do

  • 🗼 Visit 🏛️ the majestic Grand Old Lady oil well monument and its surrounding statues 🏛️ 🏁
  • 📜 Learn ⛽ about Miri’s transformative oil history at the adjacent Petroleum Science Museum ⛽ ✨
  • 🌅 Enjoy 🔭 breathtaking panoramic city views and vistas of the South China Sea 🔭 🕊️
  • 📸 Practice 🎞️ creative photography of historic landmarks and the colossal MIRI sign 🎞️ 🌿
  • 🧘 Relax 🍃 at the breezy hilltop area while observing the local kite flyers 🍃 🏁

How to Get There

  • 🚗 Travel 🛣️ from Miri City Center in about ten minutes by taxi or car 🛣️ 🏁
  • 📱 Use 🚕 a local ride-hailing service for an easily accessible and direct trip 🚕 🚆
  • 🅿️ Drive 📍 up the winding road with ample parking available near the derrick 📍 🚙
  • 🥾 Hike 🚶 up the popular and lush jungle trails for a more athletic arrival 🚶 🏁

Travel Tips

  • 🏛️ Combine 🏗️ your monument visit with a tour of the nearby Petroleum Museum 🏗️ 🏁
  • 🕒 Visit 🌬️ during the cooler evening hours to enjoy the sunset in comfort 🌬️ ✨
  • 🎞️ Bring 📷 a wide-angle camera to capture the full scope of the city views 📷 🕊️
  • 🤝 Respect 🛡️ the historical site by staying within the designated visitor pathways 🛡️ 🏛️
  • 🧴 Apply 💧 plenty of sun protection and carry fresh water for the ascent 💧 🏁

Suggested Itinerary

  • 09:00 AM – Arrive 📍 at the summit of Canada Hill for the morning breeze 📍 🏁
  • 09:30 AM – Visit 🗼 the iconic Grand Old Lady monument and the heritage plaques 🗼 🎞️
  • 10:30 AM – Enjoy 📸 a session of panoramic city views and landmark photography 📸 🧘
  • 11:30 AM – Continue 🚶 to the Petroleum Museum for an immersive educational experience 🚶 😋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: Accessible throughout the day

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Morning or late afternoon

Location

📌Canada Hill, Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia

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