Sabah, Best of Borneo

Situated on the beautiful island of Borneo, Sabah is one of the thirteen states which Malaysia is made of. Sabah is the second largest state in Malaysia and shares the island of Borneo with Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesian Kalimantan.

Sabah is richly blessed with nature diversity, unique cultures, fun adventure, beautiful beaches, and fantastic cuisines for the adventurous taste buds. We have it all, from the world’s largest flower - the Rafflesia, one of the highest mountains in South East Asia - Mount Kinabalu, to one of the world’s top dive sites - Sipadan Island. Sabah is also known for her great natural treasures which include the world-renowned Danum Valley Conservation Area and Tabin which is Sabah’s largest wildlife reserve.

Not only will you be amazed by the places to see and things to do here, you will also be treated with unique Sabahan hospitality. Explore the unique culture and tradition of Sabah and get ready to experience sweet memories to last a lifetime!

Borneo Island

Borneo is the third largest island in the world and is located at the centre of the Maritime Southeast Asia. This island is divided between Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei.

Nevertheless, for people outside of Indonesia, “Kalimantan” refers to the area which is occupied by Indonesia on the island of Borneo. Malaysia’s region of Borneo is called East Malaysia or Malaysian Borneo. The independent nation of Brunei occupies the remainder of the island, being the wealthiest of the rest.

Once known as North Borneo, Sabah was under the British colony during the late 19th century till the early 20th century. Sabah gained self-government on the 31st of August, 1963. Sabah, together with Malaya, Singapore and Sarawak formed the Federation of Malaysia on the 16th of September 1963. At 76, 115 square kilometers large, Sabah is the second biggest state in Malaysia after Sarawak.

People and Culture

The people of Sabah are known as Sabahans. Sabah is the third most populous state in Malaysia after Selangor and Johor; it also has one of the highest population growth rates in the country.

There are currently 32 officially recognized ethnic groups in Sabah with the largest non-indigenous ethnic group being the Chinese and the largest indigenous group being the Kadazan-Dusun people. Two other larger ethnic groups in Sabah are the Bajau and Murut, compared to other states in the country; Sabah has relatively very small population of Indians and South Asians.

Apart from the Sabahans’ very own diverse mother tongues, Bahasa Malaysia (national language) and English is widely spoken; Mandarin and some Chinese dialects are also widely spoken.

In Sabah, we greet people by saying “selamat datang” (welcome) and/or “terima kasih” (thank you) with a smile. Due to religious reasons, some may prefer not to have physical contact with others. However, a handshake is generally acceptable as a way of introducing oneself.

It’s customary to remove shoes before entering a mosque as well as homes. In places of worship, visitors are required to dress modestly. Nude sunbathing is not allowed and is very frowned upon. Avoid pointing your index finger at others, as this is considered rude in the local custom.

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JADUAL PESTA KAAMATAN 2011

>> Rabu, 11 Mei 2011

1 Mei Tuaran/Tamparuli (Pelancaran)
7 Mei Kudat
8 Mei DUN Inanam
10 Mei Kota Kinabalu miampai kalamazan 'karnival' (11-13)
12-13 Mei Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
12 Mei Matunggong,Tongod
13 Mei Pagalongan, Beaufort
13-15 Mei Bengkoka,Penampang,L.Datu,Putatan,Kemabong
15 Mei Sook,Tenom,Kota Belud,Membakut
18 Mei Bangi
12 Mei Tambunan,Ranau,Kunak,Kota Marudu
22 Mei Kuala Penyu,Menumbok,Keningau,Kota Marudu
25 Mei Sipitang
30-31 Hongkod Koisaan

Peringkat Kampung
8 Mei Kampung Luagan Beaufort
16 April Mukim Lintuhun,Tambunan
30 April Telipok Darat
28 Mei Kg.Karanaan Tambunan

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PESTA KAAMATAN KEMBALI LAGI

The Kaamatan festival is an annual event in the cultural life of the Kadazandusuns of Sabah since time immemorial. In its deepest sense, Kaamatan festival is a manifestation of Creator and Creation relationship, as well as Inter-Creations relationship. It embodies the principal acts of invocation of divinities, appeasing, purification and restoration, re-union of benevolent spirits, and thanksgiving to the Source of All. It is part of a complex wholesome Momolian religious system centered on the paddy rites of passage and the life cycle of Bambarayon - the in-dwelling spirit of paddy.
Appeasing is done in respect of Bambarayon, Deities, Divinities and Spirits, who may have been hurt by human wrongful, acts. Purification is performed in respect of human and spiritual needs for forgiveness followed by resolutions to make themselves worthy of the gifts of life from God. Restoration in necessary to ensure the health and well being of SUNIL, mankind and other spiritual beings. Re-union is realised in respect of human needs to be integrated in body, mind and spirit within the concept of the seven-in-one divinity in humanity, as well as re-union of Bambarayon with human Sunduan. Finally Thanksgiving is observed as befitting for all creations to express their gratitude and appreciation for the gifts of life (through Huminodun) and all life supportive system on earth that their Creator lovingly and generously gave them.

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SEJARAH PITAS

Pitas adalah berasal dari perkataan “NOPITAS” satu perkataan bahasa Suku Kaum Sungai yang bererti terputus. Pada masa itu Sungai Bengkoka dilanda banjir dan akibat arus banjir yang deras Sungai Bengkoka telah terputus. Maka perkataan “NOPITAS” (Terputus) diabadikan oleh penduduk pada masa itu menjadi Pitas sehingga sekarang.

Daerah Pitas diiktirafkan sebagai sebuah Daerah Penuh pada tahun 1975.
Daerah Pitas mempunyai keluasan 141,935 hektar dan topografinya berbukit-bukau dan tanah landai.

Ia terletak kira-kira 195 kilometer dari Kota Kinabalu dan 132 kilometer dari Kudat. Bersempadan dengan Daerah Kota Marudu di sebalah barat , Daerah Beluran dan Paitan di sebelah timur.

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