Sabah's villages can give authentic Kaamatan feel to visitors, says Bangkuai

Bangkuai (with cap, third from left) and some villagers listening to a homeowner's stories at Kg Tiong Tomburung.

KOTA KINABALU: Small rural villages in Sabah could play a big role in showcasing the richness of the state’s unique Kaamatan Festival by drawing up a calendar of their own immersive and comprehensive celebrations.

State Tourism, Culture and Environment Assistant Minister Datuk Joniston Bangkuai said such initiatives would unlock the hidden gems of small-scale celebrations in picturesque rural villages.