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Journey to The Warm Heart of Borneo Starts here...
 Sabah’s population is heterogeneous and culturally diverse,
with more than 30 different ethnic races and over 80 local dialects
spoken. Traditions and customs have long been part of our daily
lives. Most of it has survived for eons; others have barely endured,
touched by other influences that have led others yet to be forgotten
altogether.
 Well
known as the Land Below The Wind and also Land Of The Sacred Mountain,
Sabah is a land of varied landscapes and natural wonders. One will
normally ask what kinds of people live in this land of eco-treasures?
Often by further understanding our spectrum of cultures, you will
find the answer as all types, colours and creeds. All these ethnic
groups live together harmoniously while at the same time preserving
their own culture, traditions, festivals and customs to make Sabah
a multiculturally exotic experience unlike any other that you might
have already experienced.
 Like the rest of the Southeast Asian archipelago, Sabah
has been culturally affected by the powerful external, continental
influences from mainland Asia. However the heterogeneous population
often dramatically reveals its well-preserved wonderful customs
and practices. Though the country modernizes, and certain rituals
and special ceremonial occasions are less frequently performed,
one can still experience and observe Sabah’s rich tapestry of custom
in the local population’s daily life as well as their special local
festivals.
This segment will take you through a virtual experience in getting
to know Sabah through the understanding of our traditional musical
instruments, costume and ethnic lifestyle. The interactive on-line
video streaming featuring Sabah – Malaysian Borneo in general will
give you an insight of our unique customs and a special section
on the wonderful sounds of Borneo will captivate your heart and
soul.
Come to Sabah and let us show you the way to indulge yourself in
our most precious custom and shower you with endless affection in
our very own unique Sabahan way.  |
