Lakes & Wetlands
Fort Sylvia (Kapit Heritage Museum)
Historic 1880 ironwood fortress built by Rajah Charles Brooke on the mighty Rajang River, named after Ranee Sylvia Brett.
Highlights
1880 authentic Belian ironwood frontier fort
Ethnographic exhibits curated by the Tun Jugah Foundation
Historical displays on the legendary Temenggong Koh and Tun Jugah
Scenic vantage point overlooking the mighty Rajang River
About
The Ironwood Citadel of the Upper Rajang
Constructed in 1880, Fort Sylvia was built from solid Belian timber to bring peace to the turbulent Upper Rajang and prevent conflicts between the Iban and Orang Ulu tribes. Today, it houses a rich heritage museum managed by the Tun Jugah Foundation, showcasing rare ethnographic photography, warrior weapons, and textiles.
Quick Info
Lakes & WetlandsPrice RangeRM5 - RM10
Duration1-2.5 hours