KUCHING: Efforts to promote St Peter’s Church Padungan here as a tourism attraction under Visit Malaysia 2026 was highlighted during an official visit by Federal Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, recently.
Tiong and his officers from the ministry arrived at the church on Thursday afternoon and were formally received by the church’s Rector, Father Vincent Chin.
During the visit, Tiong expressed interest in promoting St Peter’s Church Padungan as one of the tourism attractions in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026, recognising the church’s cultural, historical and spiritual significance within the community.
In a Facebook post, the church said it was honoured by the visit and welcomed the recognition given to the parish.
“The church community is honoured by the visit and looks forward to welcoming visitors from near and far to experience the heritage, faith and hospitality of St Peter’s Church Padungan,” the post stated.
St Peter’s Church Padungan was officially opened in June last year, standing as a prominent house of worship that reflects Sarawak’s heritage, unity and homegrown craftsmanship.
The church is recognised as a landmark in Kuching that combines spiritual purpose with significant architectural value.
The church was designed as a “house of God built with love, faith and purpose”, guided by the principle of anchoring tradition while embracing change.
Its architectural direction was influenced by the adoption of a Neo-Gothic style, chosen to root the building in timeless ecclesiastical tradition.
