Folklore Fest this year to highlight traditional Murut attire

Kota Kinabalu: Assistant Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Kamarlin Ombi and members of the Sabah Cultural Board of Directors paid a courtesy call to the Head of State Tun Juhar Mahiruddin on Wednesday.

The visit was to inform Juhar of the Sabah International Folklore Festival scheduled for July 24 to 30.

Kamarlin said the cultures of races of various nationalities will be featured at the festival.

“Participants will also get the opportunity to exchange costumes and this year as host we chose the Murut traditional attire as gifts to foreign participants,” said Kamarlin.

A total of 12 nations will participate in this year’s festival, with participants expected to feature their indigenous cultures.

The SIFF is divided into three main programmes, namely KK City Folklore Parade, Sabah Traditional Food and Handicraft Exhibition and International Folk Dance Competition.

The SIFF website was launched on May 26 to provide details and updates on the festival, ticket prices, participating countries and schedules.

Also present was Chairman of the Sabah Cultural Board Tan Sri Wences Angang.

Source : Daily Express