Thursday, April 06, 2006

Sabah Fest 2006 kicks off May 5


Kota Kinabalu: Sabah's annual spectacular diverse reflection of rich cultural heritage featuring a kaleidoscope of cultural performances and activities will back again in the whole of next month.

According to a statement Wednesday, Sabah Fest 2006 will kick off with a grand launching, to be officiated by Head of State Tun Ahmadshah Abdullah at the Magellan Grand Ballroom, Sutera Harbout Resort & Spa, here, on May 5.

Visitors will also get to sample local delicacies, such as kuih-muih, cakes and traditional foods, as well as witness live demonstrations by skilled handicraft makers from the various ethnic groups.

In conjunction with Sabah Fest 2006, exciting and lively daily cultural shows will be performed at shopping complexes here and the Heritage Village of Sabah Museum, from May 6 to 14.

During the period, hotels including Promenade, Beverly, Le Meridian and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu will feature authentic Kadazandusun specialities on top of their international buffet selections.

Further details are available from Susan Shahira, Sri Pelancongan Sabah Sdn Bhd (tel. 088-232121).

Source: Daily Express

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