The Monsopiad Cultural Village is a historical site in the heartland of the Kadazandusun people. The Monsopiad Cultural Village opened on the 1st of May 1996, in memory of the great and legendary Kadazan Warrior Monsopiad. The traditional village has been built on historical ground: on the very land where Monsopiad lived and roamed some three centuries ago.

The Monsopiad Cultural Village is the only cultural village in Sabah, and a unique feature throughout Borneo in so far as it relates directly to a historical person: Monsopiad. The direct descendants of Monsopiad, his 6th and 7th generations have built, and presently manage, the village to remember their forefathers, and to give you an extraordinary insight into their ancient and rich culture. The Monsopiad Cultural Village is a private initiative that does not receive any grants from the Malaysian Government, but relies solely on the support of visitors. Visiting the village, you contribute directly to the conservation of one of Malaysia's rich cultural heritages!

Let yourself be taken on a journey back into the past, to the days of head hunting and spirit worship, to the days when the Bobohizan, the female high priestess of the Kadazan and Dusun, ruled the villages and took care of the health and spiritual well-being of their people.

The Monsopiad Cultural Village is managed by Borneo Legend, Myths & Tours Sdn. Bhd., and presently undergoing renovations. Please contact them directly for opening hours, entrance fees and other events: Tel: +6088-761336 Fax: +6088-761680  Email: info@monsopiad.org Website: www.monsopiad.org

	Destination:	Monsopiad Cultural Village
	Accommodation:	No
	Transport:	Bus or Taxi
	Tour Operators:	Yes
	Guided Tour:	Not Necessary
	Best Time to Visit:	All year round
	Length of Visit:	1/2 day
	Clothing:	General
	Tour Type:	Arts & Culture
	Other Areas to Visit:	Kota Kinabalu City
		TAR
		Rafflesia Centre
		Penampang Town
	Photo Credits:	MCV & STG