Gawai Dayak parade expects to draw 3,000 visitors to Betong, says Sarawak minister


State Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah (left) and his deputy Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu showing posters of the STF Gawai Dayak parade and open house. - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: The central Sarawak town of Betong will come alive this June with a Gawai Dayak parade and open house.

Organised by the Sarawak Tourism Federation (STF), the celebration is now in its fourth year and expects to welcome 3,000 visitors.

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