the believer is ready to pay his penance, bearing his burden. a control of mind over matter to attain spiritual strength, enabling unimaginable feats.

To see culture coming alive, unfettered by politics, religion or race, was the true gift of the Rainforest Fringe Festival. It captured dignity. Scheduled to return next year, the Festival should continue to take people – and their pride – to the next level.

Rainforest Fringe Festival, a ten-day festival, will showcase Sarawak’s art, craft, music, fashion, food, film and photography in the heart of its capital city. Expect it to acquaint you with the state’s talented natives as they reveal the layered nuances of their works.

“Because I’m fearless, I don’t worry about not being successful. I don’t worry about not being the best. A lot of people don’t do things because they are afraid of being judged. I just want to do things.”

Religious texts indicate that the sacrificial tabuh rah (spilling of blood) has been performed for more than 1,000 years to appease evil spirits.