KUCHING: The traditional dances of Malaysia and Indonesia came out in full force yesterday at Kuching Waterfront’s Godown Amphitheatre, enthralling tourists and locals alike.The traditional collaborative dance showcase featured iconic dances of Sarawak and Lombok-Sasambo (Sasak-Sumbawa-Mjobo), highlighting what both regions have to offer in terms of culture.Tourism Minister Datuk Talib Zulpilip welcomed the Indonesian delegates as well as the many tourists who attended, saying that Sarawak has much to offer.He said Sarawak has some of the cheapest hotels around, allowing visitors to spend their money on local attractions while they enjoy the hospitality of the local people.Also present were Indonesian Republic Consulate General Head Office contingent leader Bapak Gondosoemarto Wibisono, Tourism Malaysia state director Salahuddin Mohd Ariffin and GoTravel Holiday Sdn Bhd director Abdul Malik Morshidi.The line-up of events kicked off with the Malay Zapin dance from Sarawak, followed by the Asih Trasne dance from Indonesia.Other dances featured were the Orang Ulu dance, Rejang Beuh dance from the Bidayuh, Ngajat Induk from the Iban, and the Alu Alu Melanau from the Melanau.From their Indonesian counterparts came the Rudat dance, Beriuk Tinjal, Puspersti, and Gandrung.
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