Beautiful Sabah Photo

Photographer’s Note

Sabah, an island state sharing the island with Sarawak and Kalimantan down south is blessed with the highest mountain in South East Asia, weepy rain forests and with 40 ethnic colorful and friendly races.

About 20 minutes from Kota Kinabalu is Monsopiad Cultural Village in the Penampang district. About 300 years ago, a tribal warrior and headman by the name of Monsopiad was the Godfather of this village, defending it against marauders and insurgences from neighboring villages.

The village is now a cultural heritage and center for the Kadazandusun, housing artifacts, historical articles and effects of this ethnic, specifically that of Monsopiad and his descendants.

Just before coming into the village, you will hear the metallic cacophony of percussion instruments welcoming you. Stepping just into the courtyard, an ensemble sitting crosslegged inside a shelter marks where the welcoming comes from.

A smile would always greet you. For beautiful doesn't has to be colors all the time.

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jusninasirun (10401) 2008-05-21 21:03

Assalamualaikum Rabani. Beauty does come in many forms and definitely not always in colors. Blessings come in many forms; one of mine is that I get critiques from so many different people, for different reasons and causes. Some of the best are the personal ones, very much like the one from a Trek Member who is such an eloquent writer.

You have finally made it to your biggest fan around me in TL as she has been sneaking your critiques long before she became a member. You are lucky to be surrounded by smiles and hospitality and you are welcomed to extend your experience to our little corner of our village. There won't be much colors and rhythms but the pleasure will always be ours. Thanks for sharing and best regards. Wasallam. Jusni

mikele_pl (2308) 2008-05-25 13:06

Hi Rabani,
thanks for showing this place. It must be very interesting to visit.
As for the photo, a bit dark in the background, but I understand conditions were far from perfect.
Thanks for sharing!
Michal