The Prehistoric Human Presence in Gua Kajang: Ancient Lifeways in The Malay Peninsula

Archaeological research at Gua Kajang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Malaysia's Lenggong Valley, reveals significant insights into prehistoric human lifeways between 11,000 and 4,000 years ago. The study, based on two human burials and associated artefacts—including stone tools, fauna remains, and pottery—demonstrates that early inhabitants were likely cave-dwellers or hunter-gatherers relying heavily on forest resources. This challenges previous assumptions about prehistoric populations in the region and expands our understanding of cave archaeology in the Malay Peninsula. The findings underscore the site's importance as a window into ancient human behavior, adaptability, and cultural practices during a critical period of environmental transition.

Goh, H. M., & Saidin, M. (2018). The Prehistoric Human Presence in Gua Kajang: Ancient Lifeways in The Malay Peninsula. Journal of the Malaysian Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society, 91(2), 1–18. https://doi.org/10.1353/ras.2018.0015