A Treasure Trove of Natural Wonders
Sarawak :
With 2.8 million residents, Sarawak is the largest state in Malaysia and is home to 26 distinct ethnic groups. The Iban (previously Sea Dayak) and the Bidayuh (formerly Land Dayak) are the two largest ethnic groups in the Dayak community. Other groups include Orang Ulu, Melanau, Murut, Kenyah, Kayan, Kedayan, Kelabit, Berawan, Penan, and Bisayah. One of the things that makes Sarawak such an intriguing place to visit is its rich ethnic and cultural variety.
Sarawak Cultural Village was created in 1991 to provide tourists a better understanding of the many customs and ways of life of the state’s numerous ethnic groups. This unique, award-winning living museum, which occupies 17 acres at the base of Mount Santubong, is filled with fascinating stories about Sarawak. It includes replicas of local homes and structures and provides a thorough account of the diverse customs and cultures of the Sarawakian tribes.
Sarawak Cultural Village features seven major ethnic groups in Sarawak – Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Chinese, Malay, Melanau, and Penan. Visitors are able to immerse themselves in the hands-on experience of a typical daily life of the tribes at their respective houses, namely the Bidayuh longhouse, the Iban longhouse, the Penan hut, the Orang Ulu longhouse, the Melanau Rumah Tinggi, the Malay House, and the Chinese Farmhouse.
Sarawak Cultural Village features seven major ethnic groups in Sarawak – Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Chinese, Malay, Melanau, and Penan. Visitors are able to immerse themselves in the hands-on experience of a typical daily life of the tribes at their respective houses, namely the Bidayuh longhouse, the Iban longhouse, the Penan hut, the Orang Ulu longhouse, the Melanau Rumah Tinggi, the Malay House, and the Chinese Farmhouse.
The village offers a very comprehensive understanding of the history, culture, and way of life of the several tribes in the area and is marketed as one of the top historical experience destinations in the nation. In addition to the distinctive and fascinating architecture, the region is also home to traditional cuisine, dances, musical instruments, and a variety of weapons.
Visitors can also engage in agricultural and craft activities including paddy pounding and beadwork creation at the Sarawak Cultural Village. Additionally, the Village Theatre hosts multicultural performances twice a day by the award-winning dance ensemble of the living museum.