About Sarawak

SARAWAK LIKES NO OTHERS…

Sarawak Tourism

Overview of Sarawak :
Sarawak is the place for history, mystery, romance and exotic adventures. The land of the fabled White Rajahs, the hornbill and the orang utan, Sarawak is the largest State in Malaysia and by far the most exotic. Located on the north-western shore of the island of Borneo , its rainforest, the size of Austria, houses the world’s richest and most diverse ecosystem. It is also home to the world’s largest flower, the Rafflesia, the size of a coffee table, squirrels and snakes that fly, deer the size of cats, plants that eat insects (and small mammals) and species of flora and insects still waiting to be discovered. The wildlife preserves in this area include the Bako National Park, the Batang Ai National Park, an orangutan sanctuary at Semmongok, a turtle sanctuary at Pulau Satang.

Culture Symbol: Longhouse
The longhouse is the very center of communal life in Sarawak. To visit a longhouse is to look deep into the State’s soul. As most traditional longhouses are riverside dwellings, the real longhouse experience begins with the journey upriver. River travel in a perahu – a shallow draught canoe – affords you the pleasure of seeing Sarawak at its best.

As you arrive at the longhouse, it is customary to be greeted by the longhouse maidens and young men performing traditional dances and playing ceremonial songs. From the moment you step inside the longhouse you will be treated as an honored guest. Visitors will be offered a glass of tuak – the very palatable local rice wine. As the sun is eclipsed by the moon, weary from your day’s travel, and a night of dancing and feasting, retire to the ruai- a covered verandah – for a good night’s sleep. Visits to these longhouses are one of the highlights of a trip to Sarawak.

History of Sarawak

Interesting Place In SARAWAK…

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Malaysia-China Friendship Park Kuching, Sarawak
Neat with impressive Chinese architectural designs.
A park built in 2005 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Malaysia – China diplomatic relations.
The park is located on 2.8 hectares in Tabuan Heights, a residential area within the Tabuan Jaya district in Kuching.

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Fort Margherita
The district of Kuching on the northern bank of the Sarawak River mainly consists of Malay kampungs. Prominent on its hilltop site is Fort Margherita.
Situated within walking distace from the Astana in Kuching.
It is named after the Rajah Charles Brooke’s wife.
Built in 1878 as a token of love to his wife. It is today’s the Police Museum.

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Mulu National Park

Situated at Gunung Mulu in the heart of the Miri district.
The limestone caves in Mulu are among the largest in the world.
The park can be reached by about a half-day climb from Melinou Gorge.
Deer Cave is the largest passage with 120 metres high and over 1 km in length. The Deer Cave is also home to thousands of bats.
Picnic at the Garden of Eden is possible while exploring the Porcupine Cave.
Clearwater Cave provides a refreshing swim, and the King’s Room in the Cave of the Winds provides a view to the majestic stalagmites.
The Sarawak Chamber in Mulu has a length of 600 metres, width of 450 metres and height of 100 metres is regarded as the largest cave chamber in the world.
There is certainly no limit to caves enthusiasts and nature wonderers.

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Niah National Park/Niah Caves

Situated south of Miri.
It is a limestone hill forest covering some 3,102 hectares of land and accessible only through a flight to Miri, a car ride,followed by a boat ride.
The Niah National Park was formed in 1974.
It is regarded as one of the largest limestone caves in the world.
The paintings on the wall in the caves and the boat-shaped coffins found indicated that the caves is about 45,000 years old.
It is also a favourite place for bird’s nests hunting.

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Sarawak Cultural Village

Tucked away on the foothills of legendary Mount Santubong, 35 kilometres away from Kuching is Sarawak’s fascinating cultural showcase, the award winning “Sarawak Cultural Village”.
Aptly named, a “living museum”, it depicts the heritage of the major racial groups in Sarawak and conveniently portrays their respective lifestyles amidst 14 acres of tropical greenery.
Here, it is possible to see Sarawak’s ethnic diversity at a glance.
The handicraft is both bewildering and tempting, including the Kain Songket, Pua Kumbu, Melanau Terendak, Bidayuh tambok, Iban parang, Orang Ulu wood carving and Chinese ceramic.
The 45-minute cultural performance of songs, dances and entertainment is something you will not want to miss out during your visit to Sarawak.

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Waterfront

Aptly called The People Place, Kuching Waterfront was built for the people of Sarawak. It is their place to enjoy, to entertain and be entertained.
A heritage to be proud of, and a legacy to pass on to generations to come. Stretching approximately 1 km long, with a riverside walk linking the hotel precinct with downtown Kuching, the Waterfront is ’self-contained’ with facilities for entertainment, refreshment, relaxation, cultural enjoyment and arts appreciation.
It is also a great place for family gatherings, corporate outings and school and community projects.

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