Sarawak Day marks the 60th anniversary of the beginning of self-governance for the state of Sarawak in 1963
Fun facts:
- Sarawak, the largest state of Malaysia, is situated in northwest Borneo. It is one of the 13 States and 3 Federal Territories of Malaysia;
- Sarawak is known as the Land of the Hornbills and home to eight species of this majestic creature;
- The New Sarawak Museum is a new landmark of Kuching city and consists of two buildings namely the Borneo Cultures Museum and Annex Office Building. The Borneo Cultures Museum is a modern five-storey building with a distinctive architectural design that reflects Sarawak’s unique traditional crafts and rich cultural heritage.
- Also do visit our amazing national parks! - Mulu National Park for limestone, Niah National Park for the biggest single cave in the world
- One can't talk about Malaysia without mentioning our food. Local delicacies - Sarawak Laksa, kolo mee, ayam pansuh (chicken cooked in bamboo), linut, kek lapis, gula apong ice cream, tebaloi.. And so much more!
- Among other myriad of places of interest Sarawak has to offer: the famous Astana on the Sarawak River, the official residence of the head of the State; the Cat Museum, featuring beautiful exhibitions of photographs and all kinds of artwork and souvenirs related to felines; the Old Sarawak Museum with arts and crafts from the bygone era.
But don't take our word for it, come and see it for yourselves
Happy Sarawak Day
