Half Day House Of Skull (Monsopiad Cultural Village)

Información

Nestled besides the Penampang River are the many traditional buildings that make up the Monsopiad Cultural village, a living museum located about half an hour away from Kota Kinabalu city centre. The traditional village is a historical site in the heartland of the Kadazandusun people, built to commemorate the life and time of the legendary Kadazan and head-hunter warrior – Monsopiad. The descendants of Monsopiad built the village on the very land where Monsopiad lived and roamed some 3 centuries ago to remember their forefather, and to give you an extraordinary insight into their ancient and rich culture.
Our narrator will take you a step into the past on why head hunting was necessary and the reason behind it. Monsopiad's Main House is dedicated to the life and times of Monsopiad and his descendants. Other interesting exhibits include the massive monolith which invokes a dozen legends, the traditional restaurant and of course the House of Skulls, where the 'trophies' of Monsopiad hang from the rafters. Cultural dance, handicraft making are few of the activities conducted during the tour. You will have the opportunity to try one of their dances and photo-taking with the dance group.

Meeting/pick-up point: Hotel pick up in Sabah city.
Duration: 4 hours.
Start/opening time: 9am.
End/closing time: 1.30pm.
Languages: English speaking driver-guide.
Others: Inclusion: English speaking driver-cum-guide, transportation, entrance fee to House Of Skull. Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, Tips or gratuities for drivers or guide.
Pick-up time from Beach hotels may be earlier than time indicated.