Discover
Discover
The Niah Caves are a network of colossal, interconnected caves near the west coast of Borneo, in Sarawak. UNESCO notes they contain the oldest known evidence of interaction between humans and tropical rainforest, spanning at least 50,000 years.
History
History
Rich cave deposits, prehistoric rock paintings and boat-shaped burials found at the northern end of the massif help scientists understand how humans developed, adapted and spread in Southeast Asia and beyond.
People & Culture
People & Culture
UNESCO notes that local communities still follow the age-old tradition of molong, 'take only what you need', when harvesting guano and edible birds' nests in the caves. For us, this simple rule is sustainability knowledge passed down long before the word was fashionable.
Living Heritage
Living Heritage
Nest collectors still climb poles and ropes into the high cave chambers in season, while boardwalks lead visitors through the forest to the caves. Niah is both an archaeological site and a living workplace.
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