About a 50min drive away from Kuching city, Sarawak Cultural Village is definitely something one should not miss out on. You can go on a tour, but I'd rather prefer to just go free and easy, and I was so glad I did. The village showcases the different houses of each tribe found in Sarawak. And do bring along cash, since each house sells some tidbits/snacks that is popular to that tribe. As for me, by the third house, I was stuffed. They can, and only was this realised later, that they can give you one or two pieces for cheaper price, so you can still try all the snacks fresh from cooking. Additionally, some of the houses will have performances to welcome the guests to that tribe's house. Take.a seat and enjoy, or better yet, partake in their activities as well. Another not miss, and I cannot stress how this is a not to miss or you would regret it situation, is the 2x daily performance. After walking in the hot sun, take a seat in the aircon theatre. (Please note, no food and drinks allowed, or more like no visible water bottles or food allowed. Keep it in your bag). Anywho, back to to the performance. It displays all the dance native to each tribe, and quick hint. The 2 performances I enjoyed the most had to do with poles. Watch it and you will know. (And I' not talking about pole dancing, mind you. This is a family friendly establishment.) After the performance, audience members are invited to get up on stage and dance as well. This really cements the learning experience and cultural experience one could have at the village. If you opted for the meals that comes after the performance, then go ahead. I understand it features local Sarawak food, but I did not try it out, since we already had it in the prior days. I cannot stress this is a not to be missed place when you visit Sarawak.
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★★★★★5.0Wrote on 8 Mar 2024
Meeting point of the traditions in Sarawak
The place comprises authentically buit traditional dwellings. You find the history of local tribes as Orang Ulu, Iban or Bidayuh, you can see longhouses and tall houses. There are demonstrations of weaving, cooking, instrument playing, plus, a dance show twice a day.