"Aptly named, a “living museum”, it depicts the heritage of the major racial groups in Sarawak and conveniently portrays the respective lifestyle amidst 14 acres of tropical greenery."
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 (Malay cloth with gold inlay), Pua Kumbu (Iban housewives textiles), Melanau Terendak (sunhat), Bidayuh tambok (basket), Iban parang (swords), 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.
A range of transportation is available from Kuching; you can get on one of the Damai Shuttle, which you can get at the taxi or bus station, or you can just hire a taxi. It is a 40-minute ride from Kuching.
If you are staying at the Holiday Inn Resort Damai Beach and the Holiday Inn Resort Damai Lagoon, it will only take you five minutes to go to the Village. Alternatively, you can contact the local travel agents.
User recommendation
"Great place to see the many many cultures of Malaysia, better bring your walking shoes though." by Brad
"Interesting & beautiful place located at the foot of Mt Santubong. Serene atmosphere. It sure lives up to its name, a living museum. Make sure you participate in the riveting live performance, performed everyday. " by s_tarius73
"If u want to get to know all the major ethnic in borneo but with limited time, this is the right place for u. I spent a day here to experience it all. And don't miss the live performance, simply superb." by Garuda
"it is great!!! i m very proud of the culture village!!! it show the lifestly of the communities at sarawak.... but.... my friend from other state tought that sarawakian stay on the tree!!!! hahaha!!!!! dont be stupid!!!! we stay at nice house with fully air-cond and asrto k.... even more bigger than the house at other state." by peggy
"Simply brilliant! Been to other living museum in the country but this is the best I've been so far. " by suzey
