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Tourism – Events Borneo International Kite Festival in Bintulu Sarawak is now bigger, better! The amazing flights It’s back, bigger and better this year! The Borneo International Kite Festival in Bintulu, Sarawak will once again be showcasing kites of all sizes, colours and shapes this coming 26 th – 30 th September 2012. Flying majestically, gracefully or mysteriously, these amazing art pieces are a marvel when in the air, ever so charming and always a thrill to try your hands on. Yes, enthusiasts and kite experts will offer spectators the opportunity to fly their kites as well as giving instructions and tips on handling them. To experience these thrilling sessions, just drop by the old Bintulu airport which is right in the middle of the fast developing town during the last weekend of September for a chance to really get a feel of these kites. From the ever graceful Malaysian Waus to the multi-sections butterflies and on to the stunt kites, the touch and feel of these kites are completely astounding and challenging to those new to the sport. In the hands of these professional kite handlers, it seems the kites can do almost every thing, turning, dropping straight down, shooting right up or dance in the air! If standing under the sunny sky is not your thing, just stand in the shades and enjoy the spectacle of these flying beauties. When the show is over, you can always pick your way to the various kite workshops for a detailed understanding of how these kites work and how they are made or assembled. Wau kites workshops will be held while stunt kites clinic should prove interesting. A large number of spectators also buy souvenir kites to decorate their homes and to tell wonderful stories of these kites during visits by friends and relatives. In some homes, these kites, strategically placed on the ceilings are the envy of many and especially so when flying in the neighbourhoods on fine sunny days! Children are also entertained to various events like drawing and colouring competitions during the festival days. There are also songs and dance sessions, sampling of different types of food and opportunity to visit the Bintulu Trade and Food Fair which will be held concurrently during the weekend where cultural performances provide nightly entertainments. Certainly the Borneo International Kite Festival is an opportunity to really enjoy the sights, sounds and food of the people here as well as learning about a hobby that really flies! For more information on the event, please contact the Bintulu Development Authority at Wisma Bintulu, No 1 Jalan Tanjung Kidurong or call (6) 086 334680 / 3322277, fax: (6) 086 330099 and website at www.bda.gov.my or www.borneokite.com 44 | BorneoTalkApr-Jun2012
Tourism – Events Borneo International 26 th - 30 th September 2012 Bintulu, Sarawak, Malaysia Apr-Jun2012BorneoTalk | 45
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