Sarawak, At A Glance...

Sarawak is the largest of Malaysia’s 13 states. It is home to Batang Rajang, the country’s longest river, and Mulu, the world’s most extensive cave system. Holding the world’s oldest and second largest tropical rainforest after the Amazon, Sarawak is a marvel of biodiversity.

Sarawak is presently divided into 11 administrative divisions; Kuching, Kota Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu, Kapit, Bintulu, Mukah, Miri and Limbang. Kuching is the state capital and seat of the government.

Ethnic Groups

Sarawak's 27 ethnic groups include the Iban, Chinese, Malay, Bidayuh, Melanau, Kayan, Kenyah, Lun Bawang, Penan, Kelabit, Kedayan, Bisaya, Berawan, Lahanan, Sekapan, Kejaman, Punan Bah, Punan Biau, Punan Busang, Baketan, Ukit, Sihan, Tagal, Tabun, Saban, Lisum and Longkiput. Cities and towns are populated by Chinese and Malays and a growing number of indigenous people who have migrated from their home-villages.

Source: http://www.sarawak.gov.my/