Semporna celebrates Regatta Lepa

By Kasha

Semporna, a district in Sabah with residents made up of Bajaus, celebrates a colourful event known as the Regatta Lepa Semporna (water festival) every April. Lepa (boat) in their language represents the unique lifestyle of the Sea Bajaus, who live their lives on boats moving from one place to another, living off the sea and seldom going ashore.

Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin