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Last Updated: 20 Feb 2004 |
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Sarawak The Kingdom of White Rajas |
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Introduction The riverine state of Sarawak occupies the northwest coastal strip
of the vast island of Borneo. It is Malaysia's The development of Sarawak began in 1841 when the English adventurer James Brooke was made the first "White Rajah" of Sarawak by the Sultan of Brunei in return for helping to quell a local tribal rebellion. The Brooke dynasty, created Sarawak's borders, suppressed head-hunting, established peace and safeguarded the economy. In 1946, Charles Vyner Brooke ceded Sarawak to the British crown. The state became a member of the Federation of Malaya in 1963. Today, Sarawak retains many images of the distant past. In the capital Kuching, there are a number of well preserved historical building. Sarawak is a state of historical significance, with a variety of people, a rich culture, and magnificent geography. A state where tradition and friendly respect is away of life. Photo: A section of the Brooke Memorial which stands next to the river in Kuching town.
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largest
state with a land area of 124,967 kilometers. Sarawak has a population
of over one million people including Malays, Chinese, Ibans, Bidayuh,
Melanaus, Kayans, Penans and other indigenous groups, all with their
own culture and life style.