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    Sarawak (Borneo)

    Sarawak (Borneo)

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    Sarawak, Malaysia's largest state on the island of Borneo, is a true paradise for adventurers and nature lovers. Discover untouched rainforest, spectacular caves, unique wildlife – including the famous orangutans and proboscis monkeys – as well as the fascinating culture of indigenous peoples in traditional longhouses.
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    Sarawak, der größte Bundesstaat Malaysias auf Borneo, vereint dichte Wildnis mit reicher indigener Kultur. Entdecke den Gunung Mulu Nationalpark mit seinen spektakulären Höhlen und den Bako Nationalpark, bekannt für Nasenaffen. Semi-wilde Orang-Utans beobachtest du im Semenggoh Wildlife Centre. Die Hauptstadt Kuching, einst Sitz der 'Weißen Rajahs', bietet historische Architektur und das Sarawak Museum. Die vielfältige Kultur indigener Völker erlebst du in traditionellen Langhäusern. Die Trockenzeit von April bis September bietet sich für optimale Wildtierbeobachtungen an.

    Places in Sarawak (Borneo)

    Bako National Park

    Bako National Park

    Sarawak's oldest national park is known for its unique wildlife, especially Proboscis monkeys, and a diverse landscape of beaches, mangroves, and rainforest.
    Batang Ai National Park

    Batang Ai National Park

    Known for its impressive lake landscapes, lush rainforest, and the opportunity to visit traditional Iban longhouses and learn about their culture.
    Kuching

    Kuching

    Kuching, the capital of Sarawak on Borneo, captivates with its relaxed atmosphere by the Sarawak River and a rich cultural blend of colonial buildings, Chinese shophouses, and historic mosques. Along the picturesque waterfront, you'll find the Main Bazaar and the old courthouse; the Sarawak Museum offers insights into indigenous cultures. The 'Cat City' Kuching reflects the history of the White Rajahs and is a melting pot of diverse ethnicities. A trip to the nearby Semenggoh Wildlife Centre allows you to observe rescued orangutans. The dry season from March to October is ideal for a visit; an evening boat trip on the Sarawak River also offers a unique perspective on the city and its attractions.
    Mulu National Park

    Mulu National Park

    This UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its gigantic cave systems, spectacular karst formations and the immense biodiversity of its rainforest.
    Sarawak Cultural Village

    Sarawak Cultural Village

    This 'living museum' showcases the traditional houses and ways of life of the various indigenous peoples of Sarawak in a picturesque setting.
    Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

    Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

    In this protected area, visitors can observe rescued orangutans in their semi-free environment and learn more about species conservation and rehabilitation.

    Sights in Sarawak (Borneo)

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    Ang Ku Kueh Making - Mural Padungan

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    Kuching City Mosque

    Mosque in 332.
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    St. Joseph's Cathedral

    Church in 1.
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    St Thomas's Cathedral (Anglican Church)

    Church in Jln McDougall.
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    Sri Srinivasagar Kaliamman Temple ஸ்ரீநிவாசகர் காளியம்மன் ஆலயம்

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    Kuching

    Kuching

    Kuching, the capital of Sarawak on Borneo, captivates with its relaxed atmosphere by the Sarawak River and a rich cultural blend of colonial buildings, Chinese shophouses, and historic mosques. Along the picturesque waterfront, you'll find the Main Bazaar and the old courthouse; the Sarawak Museum offers insights into indigenous cultures. The 'Cat City' Kuching reflects the history of the White Rajahs and is a melting pot of diverse ethnicities. A trip to the nearby Semenggoh Wildlife Centre allows you to observe rescued orangutans. The dry season from March to October is ideal for a visit; an evening boat trip on the Sarawak River also offers a unique perspective on the city and its attractions.
    Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

    Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

    In this protected area, visitors can observe rescued orangutans in their semi-free environment and learn more about species conservation and rehabilitation.
    Bako National Park

    Bako National Park

    Sarawak's oldest national park is known for its unique wildlife, especially Proboscis monkeys, and a diverse landscape of beaches, mangroves, and rainforest.
    Sarawak Cultural Village

    Sarawak Cultural Village

    This 'living museum' showcases the traditional houses and ways of life of the various indigenous peoples of Sarawak in a picturesque setting.
    Batang Ai National Park

    Batang Ai National Park

    Known for its impressive lake landscapes, lush rainforest, and the opportunity to visit traditional Iban longhouses and learn about their culture.