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The Rungus is a sub-group of the Kadazandusun group found mainly
in Kudat and Bengkoka peninsula in the northern part of Sabah. Rungus
is well known for maintaining their ancient traditions as well as
beadwork. Generally they are sedentary farmers as well as shifting
cultivators. With their staple food being rice and maize, they are
also skilled in producing homespun cloth made from cotton, locally
known as kapok, for their costumes.
Rungus live in their traditional longhouse in which each family
lives in a separate apartment with its own sleeping and working
areas and kitchen. A gallery runs through the entire longhouse and
allows all the residents to mingle and socialise. The Rungus tribe
weave a fine tale literally and it’s believed that each time
they weave a bead necklace using certain patterns, they are actually
telling a story such as a man going spear-hunting for a riverine
creature. Kampung Bavanggazo where a commumity of Rungus lioves
offers the rare opportunity to experience their customs, music dance
and cuisine. |
