Introduction to Borneo Archeology

What is Borneo Archeology?  

    One of the reasons is cultural heritage preservation. Borneo has a long and varied cultural history spanning many centuries. 

Borneo is the third-largest island in the world and the largest in Asia. 

   

The ethnic diversity in Borneo Island 

 Archaeologists can discover and preserve the island's indigenous communities' cultural legacy by investigating the past. Understanding their customs, rites, social systems, and technical developments falls under this category. Such information is essential for the maintenance and resurgence of cultural practices and can strengthen communities in modern-day Borneo by strengthening their sense of identity. The ancient customs and rituals of Borneo's indigenous groups also can be gleaned via archaeological studies. Besides that, archaeological research assists in the understanding of Borneo's ancient societies' social organization. The technological advances and advancements made by Borneo's indigenous cultures in the past are also illuminated by archaeology. Archaeology's preservation and study of cultural heritage also are essential for forming the identity and pride of modern Borneo communities. This is why cultural heritage preservation is one of the reasons why archaeologists study the past. therefore, there are several dominant reasons why archaeologists tend to study the past. Let's us see one by one~

4 reasons why archeologists study the past!

1. To study early human activities in the past (Bukit Tengkorak, Sabah) 
2. To understand the significance of discovered artifacts and human remains (Gua Niah, Sarawak) 
3. To identify the economic activities of humans in the past (Santubong, Sarawak) 
4. To assist the public with ideas on how humans organized themselves in the past