Sumazau is one of the most iconic dances that originated from the Kadazandusun people, the largest indigenous group of Sabah. Sumazau literally means “dancing” in […]
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Malaysian Batik
Colourful, traditional, geometrical designs are the words used to describe the decorated fabric known as ‘Batik’. The word ‘Batik’ is an Indonesian-Malay word for ‘drops’. […]
The Backbone Of Sabah’s Musical
Gongs are one of the most important idiophones in Sabah and are considered the backbone of traditional musical instruments. It has been featured in many […]
Turali, A Musical Instruments of Sabah
The turali noseflute, also known as turahi by the Kadazan Dusun people, is a traditional musical instrument played solo for personal entertainment and expressions. Made […]
Bamboo Dance Of The Murut People
The Magunatip Bamboo Dance of the Murut warriors is the most iconic and popular dance out of all the dances in Sabah. The name “Magunatip” […]
Borneo Traditional Tattooing
When visiting Sabah, one way to commemorate your visit is to maybe get a tattoo. Originally, tattoos were seen mostly on the Murut and Dusun […]
Tinimbu Dumpling, Traditional Food Of The Dusun Tatana.
Kuala Penyu is a small town in the southwest of Sabah. The majority of the people living there are Dusun Tatana which is a unique […]
Regatta Lepa Semporna
Regatta Lepa is a colourful and unique water festival held in Semporna since 1994 by the Bajau Laut tribe. Every year, the waters of Semporna […]
Malaysian Artiste, Alena Murang’s Music Video Wins 2 Awards At IMVA 2021
Sabahnites is elated that Sarawakian artiste Alena Murang has done Malaysia proud as she bagged two International Music Video Awards recently! Alena’s latest music video […]
Linangkit, Native Embroidery Pattern
If youre one that loves embroidery, why not give the native embroidery known as “Linangkit” a go? Don’t know what linangkit is? It is a […]