Island of Borneo

Introduction of Sabah


Sabah, the second largest state in Malaysia, is situated at the northern part of the island of Borneo, the third largest island in the world. It covers an area of 72,500 sq. kilometers with a coastline of 1,440 kilometres long washed by the South China Sea in the West, the Sulu Sea in the Northeast and the Celebes Sea in the East. Known to the world as "THE LAND BELOW THE WIND", Sabah is rich not only in natural beauty and resources, but also in the cultural heritage of its people.

Jumaat, 26 Julai 2013

Community Rungus in Kudat

Characteristics of Tradition Dress

a) black colored patterned blouse worn chest to waist level called 'Banat Tondu'.
b) Sarong (But Rinugading) up to the knees only.
c) black fabric width of 28-30 cm. It disarungkan to last placed on the neck and arm-shaped bordering sleeved clothing.
d) black shirt with short sleeves or long for the men.
e) siga

jewelry Clothing

a) patterned fabrics, fine weaving various patterns.
b) copper rings and antique beads disarungkan in 'togung' into a colorful belt called 'Orot'.
c) These beads are called "lobokon" hung at the waist.
d) A pair of scarf (pinakol) measuring 6-8 cm wide. It is made of beads oriented ancient pattern.
Jewellery
a) necklace (clothing) made ​​of conch (Chemistry) sparkling white and animal bones.
b) Sanggul (titimbok)
c) 'Burambun' and 'Giring' antiques made ​​of gold metal bell.
d) 'Sisingal' - beads and shells tied together form a chain wrapped around the forehead.
e) Small pieces of fabric sewn forming braids (medley) colorful, tied on the neck

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