| Azaraimy HH |
JOY and excitement filled the air in Kg Kiudang yesterday as the village celebrated the start of its first-ever Kiudang Festival. The aim of the event was to boost the village’s tourism industry with its many attractions and bring together the community for a joyful occasion with lots of activities.
The event, which carried the theme ‘happiness starts here’, is being held at Kawasan Gerai Muafakat Kg Kiudang in Mukim Kiudang in the Tutong District. The festival’s official opening will be held today.
The event is being co-organised by the Tutong District Tourism Facilitation and Coordination Body and Kg Kiudang Village Consultative Council (MPK).
At the event, visitors have the opportunity to obtain visitor ‘kampungku’ (my village) tour packages that include visits to the 3MPK Herbal Tea Processing Centre and Galeri Ariffin Cultural Gallery.
Fun games for the kids.
Cultural dancers. – PHOTOS: AZARAIMY HH
Members of the community selling local delicacies and beverages at the Kiudang Festival.
The event was made more interesting with a Futsal Tournament where a total of 12 teams are eyeing the trophy. Visitors may also witness the uniqueness of the Dusun culture through various cultural performances including ‘Upok Pinang Dance’ and ‘Pebayu Dance’ presented by the Kg Kiudang Cultural Dance Troupe, taking place at Galeri Ariffin Cultural Gallery.
The event will also include various activities such as ‘Bermukun’ and traditional musical demonstration that will be performed by the Kg Kiudang Cultural Group during the evening.
Cityneon is providing a total of 10 games such as Knock the Cans, Ring toss, e-Shock and others. The Tutong District Volunteers Group (SUKA) is also providing drop points for the public who are interested in donating their clothing to be given to those in need.
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