I finally got the Sandokan novels in the original Italian text
The first time - with my brother Marco - at the place in Marudu, where Syarif Osman's fortress with the tiger flag once stood
That day I learned of the existence of the historical Sandokan on the grounds of the fortress of Syarif Osman
Flowers and an "Ave Maria" for Emilio Salgari
visit to the Verona cemetery
Participation as "International guest of honor" in the celebration of Malaysia's national holiday - TV recording
My contribution for TV on the occasion of the Malaysian national day
in the clothes of the Orang Ulu (Sarawak)
With my parents in Marudu on the river Langkon
(Bianca, Irene und Horst Gerlich)
Interview in the house of the Galpam familiy concerning the genealogy of Sandokan
Interview with the mayor
Interview with the sultan's son (Sulu)
Buffet in the house of the Galpam family
(here: Horst & Irene Gerlich)
Bianca next to the Salgari memorial stone