Introduction to Community

Most of the Dusun Lotud community lives in the districts of Tuaran and Tamparuli. Traditionally, the Dusun Lotud people are farmers, planting padi (rice). Rice plays a pivotal role in their belief system, cultures and traditions. The Dusun Lotud way of life is governed and regulated by their belief system including the way they construct their houses. Most of the materials used for making the Dusun Lotud house are from round logs, rattan for tying and plank wood for the floor and wall.

Sabah, which is located at northern part of Borneo Island, is well-known to be one of the states in Malaysia that has vastly coastline and fishing grounds. Thus, the state play significant role in the development of marine fisheries sector in Malaysia. Discover all kinds of small critters, colorful fishes and more when fishing in the Tuaran district of Sabah.

Magunatip, that quintessential Bamboo Pole dance among the natives of Asia. Dancers need good timing and agility to put their feet between the clapping bamboo poles, without being trapped.

The dance movements comprise the bird flying motions and marching hand-swings. The dancers will raise their arms up like a bird floating in the sky while moving laterally.

Locals from interior parts of rural villages will come to Tuaran Town to sell their jungle produce to the local communities that live in the coastal part.

Rapid changes have occurred in the district, such as the development of local communications by the government, the opening up to rural tourism, thus giving employment opportunities to the local community of Tuaran. The district is known for its ‘Tuaran Mee’ and home to beautiful natures and fascinating cultural heritage.