Exploring Malaysia 
Sarawak, known as Land of the Hornbills (Bumi kenyalang), one of the two Malaysian states on the Island of Borneo is endowed with one of the richest and diverse ecosystems in the world. The largest state in Malaysia, Sarawak boasts of magnificent ancient rainforests, colourful marine life, rich cultural heritage and wild landscapes to ultra modern cityscapes. Even its history overflows with interesting facts and a rich heritage. The breathtaking blend of experiences which awaits makes Sarawak an exciting destination sought after by many.
Major towns and cities in Sarawak are very well connected with modern port and airport facilities for international and domestic links. Travellers from other parts of the world can get to Sarawak via Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Brunei or Hong Kong. Malaysia Airlines operates regular flights from the Kuala Lumpur to Kuching and Miri. AirAsia offers regular flights to Kuching, Sibu, Miri, Bintulu and i...
Sarawak State Museum The Sarawak Museum built in 1891 in the unique structure, built to resemble a Normandy Townhouse at Jalan Tun Haji Openg has been extended. Exhibits include a reconstruction of the prehistoric settlement at Niah Cave on permanent display. Other notable exhibits include the history of Sarawak, a reconstruction of native longhouses, tribal art, Malay and Chinese artefacts, and ...
The Cat Statue & Cat Museum A magnificent statue of a cat stands at the junction of Jalan Pandungan, Jalan Central Timur and Petanak Central Market. It is symbolic of the capital’s name, which means ‘cat’ in Malay. This famous landmark was unveiled in 1988 to celebrate Kuching’s declaration of city status. The Cat Museum located on Bukit Siol, houses more than 2,000 cat artefacts and m...
Sarawak is heaven for nature lovers. It is famous for its numerous fabulous national parks, wildlife reserves and other natural treasures. You can choose to have a thrilling adventure holiday or a fun-filled relaxing trek in these locations.
National Parks Gunung Mulu National Park Gunung Mulu National Park, Sarawak’s only World Heritage Area, is 52,000ha of mountainous equatorial rainforest wi...
Gawai Dayak The harvest festival which gives thanks to the gods and spirits for the bounty of the land is celebrated by the Dayak, which generally refers to the Iban, Bidayuh and the Orang Ulu communities in Sarawak. The native rituals involve the elders performing traditional rites involving communication with the spirit world, ancestral worship and feasting with friends and family of the whole c...
In terms of food, Sarawak has many of its own unique and delicious specialties. Sarawakian specialties include Umai, a traditional Melanau dish that is a spicy salad of raw marinated fish, lime and shallots and a popular Iban delicacy called Pansoh Manok, which is chicken cooked in rice wine in bamboo. They also use the same technique to cook fish. There are also two popular types of crispy jungle...
