The story of the cave
Discover the history of the secret cave, from the reign of the Rajahs to the dark, mysterious caves of Sarawak, Borneo, to today's fiery, Guadi inspired hub of excitement
LAS CUEVAS DE LOS RAJAHS
The origins of the cave
ABOUT LAS CUEVAS
When walking into Las Cuevas de Los Rajahs, you instantly feel like discovering a cave full of wonders and treasures. The difference is that the treasures you discover are delicious artisan cocktails; amid a variety of thematic events in an intimate setting with our friendly staff.
The name “Las Cuevas de los Rajahs” comes from James Brooke, an English traveler and explorer who became the first Rajah of Sarawak in Borneo in the 1840s. The reign of the Rajahs lasted for 3 generations with the Brooke family and involved some intense relationships with various tribe warriors, while fighting against violent actions like piracy and headhunting. This specific period of History is what inspired us when we gave the name to our Barcelona bar.
The ambiance of the bar differs from any other bar in Barcelona. This one is inspired by the dark caves we can find in this mysterious land of Sarawak, Borneo. An atmosphere which had been reproduced a few years later by the architect Antonio Gaudi, in some amazing caves he had designed when building the forgotten Sala Mercé, one of the first movie theaters in Barcelona. Decades later, we decided to give our Barcelona bar the same atmosphere and décor.
LAS CUEVAS ORIGINS
THE HISTORY OF THE CAVE
JAMES BROOKE
1838
In 1838, British adventurer James Brooke arrived in Sarawak, to find the Sultan of Brunei fending off rebellion from warlike inland tribes. Brooke pacified the natives, including the Dayaks, who became some of his most loyal followers.
The First White Rajah
1841
As a reward for helping the Sultan of Brunei fight piracy and insurgency among the indigenous peoples, he was granted the landmass of Sarawak in 1841 and given the title of Rajah.
The Kingdom of Sarawak
1857
During his time of Rajah of Sarawak, Brooke faced threats from warriors like Sharif Masahor and his adversary, Rentap. An uprising by Liu Shan Bang in 1857 was also quashed and he remained in power until his death in 1868. Under James Brooke’s rule, piracy and headhunting were banned and law and order enforced.
CHARLES ANTHONI JOHNSON
1868
Charles Anthoni Johnson, ruled as the head of state of Sarawak from 3 August 1868 until his death. He succeeded his uncle, James Brooke, as the second White Rajah of this small country on the coast of Borneo.
Charles Vyner BRooke
1874
Charles Vyner de Windt Brooke was the third and last White Rajah of Borneo.
Las Cuevas De Los Rajahs
2017
Taking it’s name from the unique history of the Brooke family
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