Mahakam festival begins Sept. 29

SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: The three-day Mahakam Festival 2000 is scheduled to begin here on Sept. 29 in a bid to boost tourism in the province, Fachruddin Djafrie, head of local tourism agency said.

According to Fachruddin the festival is expected to lure both local and foreign tourists, and will feature various activities along the Mahakam river such as jetskiing, boat racing and a decorative boats competition. A kite show and traditional music ensemble will also be held.

"The agency is currently looking for sponsorship partners from various parties for the festival's activities," he was quoted by Antara as saying on Monday.

He added that other traditional and cultural exhibitions from Sulawesi, Java and Kalimantan will also be performed during the festival.(lup)