| The capital is located on the Sarawak river, and is approximately 32km from the sea. The town has landscaped parks and gardens, some elegant colonial buildings, colourful markets and a bustling waterfront. . There is also a state mosque, Christian churches and Chinese temples, along with the Astana (former residence of the white Rajahs). It has one of Asia's finest museums with an excellent collection of Borneon ethnological and archaeological exhibits. Tribal artefacts are to be found in the antique shops along Main Bazaar, Wayang Street and Temple Street where bargaining is normal. |