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Traditional recreation of Sarawak

Heidi Munan

The recreational activities of Sarawak originated primarily from agricultural ceremonies and practices. Besides testing individual abilities, games serve as a means of bringing communities together and celebrating festivities. Both young and old partake in a variety of activities which reflect the richness of the culture of Sarawak.

  • Information in the full article includes
  • Early beginnings
  • Children’s games
  • Common forms of recreation
  • Gender-based games
Wrestling, Sarawak

Contestants taking part in a traditional wrestling competition at a folk games demonstration held in conjunction with the Kaul festival, 2005.