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The Legend Of Princess Santubong in Sarawak

In the past, local legend recounts of two beautiful mythical sisters. Princess Santubong and Princess Sejinjang, from a magnificent and idyllic mystical kingdom callc Kayangan. The princesses were sent to earth to restore peace between the neighbouring villages of Pasir Kuning and Pasir Putih, with a strict condition – they must never quarrel with each other.

Puteri Santubong

Puteri Santubong

As decreed by the mighty Kayangan King, Puteri or Princess Santubong, an expert weaver, was to rule over Pasir Kuning and Princess Sejinjang. a skilled rice thresher, was to rule over Pasir Putih. Princess Santubong’s intricately woven fabrics were an instant success and Princess Sejinjang’s paddy fields were greatly thriving. Both villages soon became famously prosperous.