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Sarawak Culture: Include the Iban, Bidayuh, Melanau and Malay

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Sarawak, known as "State Land of the Hornbills" and is a state with ethnic diversity . There are about 30 ethnic groups in Sarawak. The Iban are the largest tribe in Sarawak, followed by Iban, Bidayuh, Malay and parishioners of other ethnic groups. As a country which has various nations and tribes,certainly there are different cultures and customs practiced. The Iban are holding fast to their traditional beliefs. For example, the ritual 'tilt' (chants) rejects his destination. Iban community is also very obedient to the taboo (mali) inherited their ancestors. MALAY They hold fast to the teachings of Islam. Religion is shaping characteristics of their village as cohesive, moral welfare of the whole community bertanggungjawabterhadap and so on. There are mosques that became the center of all religious activity, other than pray. School also serves as a center of Islam in addition to the mosque. Creed The community also believe certain taboos. Some examples: 1. The girl ...

Sarawak Cultural Village is the Best Cultural Museum in South East Asia.

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   Rumah Bidayuh (Bidayuh House) Seven unique traditional houses, spread over a beautiful 17-acre site, gives you the perfect introduction to Sarawak, its cultures, whether you are looking for insight into longhouse lifestyle or a taste of exuberant Sarawak hospitality, Sarawak Cultural Village is a must visit for visitors to Kuching and Damai. Possibly the finest "Living Museum" in South East Asia, Sarawak Cultural Village combines history, tradition, lifestyle and architecture with a dash of education and portion of theatre to create a unique multi-cultural. "Explore Sarawak In a Half Day..." Sarawak is rich in history and heritage. It is also known as Land of The Hornbills. The population comprises of local ethnic groups namely Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Melanau and other minor tribes plus the Malays, Chinese and Indians living together in harmony for more than a century. Being the largest state in Malaysia, Sarawak covers a vast area of 124,000 sq-km of land alon...