Discover the ancient history of the mysterious Santubong


Mount Santubong is popular among hikers and nature lovers. — Photos: KAMARUL ARIFFIN/The Star

Blanketed by lush vegetation, the view of the enchanting mountain was the first to greet us in Santubong, Sarawak, followed by Mohd Sherman Saufii, the assistant curator of the Sarawak Museum.

Though this area is best known for its hiking trails and nature walks, we were there to discover the buried treasures of ancient civilisations in the state. Located near the Sarawak Delta River, Santubong hosts a collection of some of the state’s most important archaeological finds.

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