Sarawak is a kaleidoscope of culture, adventure, nature, food and festivals. Home to 34 ethnic groups, each with its own unique traditions, lifestyles, music and food, Sarawak is united by the warm hospitality of its people. Malaysia's largest state is endowed with some of the oldest rainforests on Earth, with a vast landscape spanning more than 120,000 square kilometres and encompassing towering mountains, cool highlands, dramatic limestone formations, extensive cave systems, winding rivers and tranquil beaches. Festivals hosted throughout the year celebrate Sarawak's distinctive blend of contemporary and traditional culture, food, music and religious practices. As the Gateway to Borneo, Sarawak offers visitors an ideal starting point from which to discover one of the world's most diverse and captivating islands.