Overview:
THE VILLAGE: Monsopiad Cultural Village is based on the Legend of Monsopiad a reknown warrior/headhunter of the Kadazandusun people. The existing house in which the skulls are kept are more popularly known as the “House Of Skulls” and in itself is already a prominent tourist attractions since 1979 and is widely mentioned in tourist brochures and travel guides. The purpose of the village is to provide a conductive venue for visitors both local and international to have a glimpse of the culture of the Kadazandusun people.
The Monsopiad Cultural Village has been built with traditional materials, the way the Kadazandusun, as many other ethnic entities in Borneo have until recently erected their houses.
Once you step into village, you are transported back in time where headhunters and spirit worshippers roamed the land; a place and time when the village was controlled by the Bobohizans (female high priestesses of the Kadazan). The village keeps the culture, beliefs and traditions alive. The Village is run by Monsopiad's direct descendants and theirs stories will leave a chill down your spine… so vivid they are that it felt as if the warrior is still living amongst them.
Many who have visited feel that one of the true essences of Sabah is the Monsopiad Cultural Village. You cannot say that you have been to Sabah if you did not pay a visit to this historical site.
Monsopiad Cultural Village is privately owned and managed by his 6th and 7th generation of direct descendants
TOUR:
Note: Guided tours by a native guide at 10am, 12 noon & 3pm. Cultural show at 11am, 2pm & 4pm. Pick up from your hotel and proceed to visit the rich cultural experience at the Monsopiad Cultural Village, ancestral home of Monsopiad, the legendary Kadazandusun hero who was most feared among the communities. Witness the artefacts and relics from his headhunting days at the House of Skulls with its 42 ancient human skulls, including swords, costumes, megaliths and traditional handcrafted buildings among others. Major highlights are the cultural dances of the three major indigenous groups of Sabah, the KadazanDusun, the Bajau & the Muruts. Locally made rice wine is served to guests as a welcome drink.
Learn the history and rich tradition of the indigenous people of Sabah before returning to your hotel.
