Image courtesy of Tourism Malaysia.

Every year in June, the Dayak communities in Sarawak come together to give thanks for the ample blessings showered upon them. Rice wine flows, delicacies made from rice flour circulate, and Dayak visit their dearest friends and family. Even the dead are remembered on Gawai Dayak - graves are cleaned and offerings made to the dearly departed.

Gawai Dayak is more than a day of thanksgiving - it's a celebration of what sustains the Dayak, who have remained strong in their traditions despite centuries of colonization and outside influence.

For more on this special celebration, read our article: Gawai Dayak.

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Labels: Community, Dayak, Gawai, Sarawak, Thanksgiving, Traditional

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