THE Gawai Dayak festival is always a colourful and joyful occasion, one often joined by all Sarawak folk regardless of race and religion.
Perhaps nowhere is this seen more clearly than in the longstanding practice of visiting open houses where guests are welcomed with warm hospitality to share the celebration.
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