Replica of Iban warrior Rentap's fortress to be built as tourist attraction


Former deputy chief minister Tan Sri Alfred Jabu (second left) presenting an Iban sword to Uggah at the Saribas Club Gawai dinner.

KUCHING: A replica of Kubu Rentap, the fortress of legendary Iban warrior Rentap, will be built at its original Bukit Sadok site in Betong division, says Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah.

The Sarawak Deputy Premier said the state government had agreed to the project, which would enhance tourism in Betong.

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