The People of Sarawak

..Sarawak's people consist of many different races, culture and religion. Despite all that, we Sarawakians can still live in peace and harmony. They are many races in Sarawak. They are the Chinese, the Malays, Ibans, Bidayuh, Melanau, Kelabit, Bisayak, and the Penans. The Chinese and Malays are found mostly in the town area while the other ethnic groups are scattered all over.

kelabit womanA Kelabit woman.Notice her long ears. Brass weights were used to stretch Kelabit woman ears. It was said that if a woman has longer ears, she is more beautiful.

Beautiful Iban girls in their traditional costume, welcoming iban chicksguest. A usual sight during Hari Gawai (harvest celebration). Sarawakians are warm and friendly people. We love having visitors and we usually trea our visitors like Kings. So, you'll have to visit Sarawak one day.

iban motherAn Iban woman with her child.

Regatas are very common in Sarawak. Sarawakians from allriver fun!walks of life take part in this competition to promote good will and harmony among the people.


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