The natives of Sarawak - Iban and Dayak with their different lifestyle, culture and  longhouses and the former rule of the White Rajah`s form the major attractions of Kuching. The Sarawak Museum in Kuching is one of the most popular museums in Malaysia. It houses a variety of prehistoric artifacts and it provides one an interesting knowledge of the past and present of the natives living in Sarawak. The Astana and Fort Margherita built during the colonial period still stand  majestically by the banks of the Sarawak River. Rainforest park resorts are taking off in Sarawak. The long-house-style lodge resort with modern and comfortable facilities in Batang Ai National Park offers activities like longhouse excursions, jungle trekking, fishing and wildlife sightseeing excursions.