via National Geographic, 21 November 2023: Niah National Park in Sarawak, Borneo, offers an enchanting mix of natural beauty and archaeological significance. A journey through the park includes a boat ride, a trek through rainforests, and exploration of an extensive cave system, including the Great Cave, Moon Cave, and the Painted Cave with ancient cave paintings.
The caves are home to the region’s oldest human remains, including the so-called Deep Skull (now housed at Borneo Cultures Museum), confirmed to be at least 40,000 years old and the earliest evidence of Homo sapiens in the region. Niah National Park has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.
This photo essay offers an insight into the key experiences that await travellers who are keen to venture into this wild pocket of Sarawak.
