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5/01/2009 - 5/31/2009Tadau Kaamatan (Harvest Festival)
Malaysia
The annual Tadau Kaamatan or Harvest Festival is one of the most important celebrations in the year for the Kadazandusun ethnic communities of Sabah. Held towards the end of May each year, the event celebrates the end of the tough work and looks forward to enjoying the bounty of the harvest. The day is characterised by cultural performances, music, traditional dances and food and drink in great quantities. Another popular aspect of the festival is the crowning of the 'Unduk Ngadau' or Harvest Queen which is carried out amongst much pampering and ceremony.
Themes:
Entertainment
, Culture
, Food & Drink
, Kids' Stuff
, Dance
, Religion
, History
, Music
Hours: Various.
Cost: Free.
Where: Various places in Sabah
Most towns and villages celebrate the festival but the biggest celebration is in Penampang, just outside the state capital Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Contact Information:
Sabah Tourism Board
Mail bag 112
Kota Kinabalu
Sabah
88993
Malaysia
Telephone: +60 (0)8 821 2121.
Email: info@sabahtourism.com
Website: www.sabahtourism.com
