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Asia Hotel
2007-11-30 09:45:00 Hotel: Asia HotelAddress: 68 - 69, Jln Bandaran Berjaya, 88808 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.Phone: 088 262666Min Rates: RM52 More About: Hotel
Ang's Hotel
2007-11-30 09:43:00 Hotel: Ang's Hotel Sdn BhdAddress: No 28, Ground Floor, Jln Haji Saman, 88809 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.Phone: 088 234999Min Rates: RM60 More About: Hotel
Sandakan - Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary
2007-09-07 04:45:00 The Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre was set up in 1964 to rehabilitate orphaned baby orang utan. Set in the lush 4,300-hectare Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, the Centre under the administration of the Wildlife Department of Sabah attracts tourists and researchers alike, giving them the opportunity to watch the orang utan up close in their natural habitat. A boardwalk leads you to a viewing gallery and feeding platform where the apes are fed milk and bananas twice a day at 10.00am and 3.00pm by rangers. Feeding time also attracts long-tailed macaques to the area.While orang utan rehabilitation is still the primary goal at Sepilok, it also focuses on public education on conservation, research and assistance on other endangered species such as the rhinoceros.Visitors are restricted to walkways. Some orang utan have become familiar with people but touching them is strongly discouraged, and while the apes are naturally shy and gentle, the more mischievous ones may try to grab yo...
City Mosque
2007-09-03 06:55:00 City Mosque is an example of contemporary Islamic architecture.It built in 1997 on an area of 2.47 acres at Likas Bay.The prayer floor can accommodate from 9,720 to 12,000 people at one time and houses 3 madrasahs.Resources:1. http://www.sabahtourism.com/attraction.ph p?ID=713. http://vip.p.pixnet.net/albums/userpics/2 /0/107720/1183038162.jpg More About: City
Tanjung Aru Beach
2007-09-03 06:38:00 Located at the end of Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman and about 6 kilometres from KK City, this place is closest to the hearts of the locals, and just one visit to the beach will tell you why. Taking its name from the casuarinas or aru trees that fringe the fine sands, this is where one might get a ringside seat to the greatest sunset on earth every evening when the crimson sun dips slowly into the horizon, leaving the vast skies a brilliant red..Foodstalls serving local food and drinks are open till late at night. Enjoy coconut and sugarcane juice, chicken or beef satay and steamed peanuts and corn, or indulge in a full-course dinner at the seafood restaurant located there.The Tanjung Aru beach is also home to Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort, the Kinabalu Golf Club and the Kinabalu Yacht Club.Getting There:From KK City Centre, take the No 16 bus towards Tanjung Aru from the bus stations in front of City Hall or Wawasan Plaza and let the driver know of your destination.Bus fare is RM1.50.... More About: Beach , Jung
The Atkinson Clock Tower
2007-09-03 06:13:00 The Atkins on Clock Tower was built in memory the first District officer of Jesselton, Francis George Atkinson. He died of 'Borneo fever 'in 1902 at the age of28. The clock was originally lit up at night acted as a beacon for shipping. It was one of three buildings that survived the destruction of the Second World War. Over the year it has undergone renovations and repair but has managed to retain most of its original characteristics.Prominently located on the opposite of Jalan Gaya, this quaint old clock tower was buildinson, (1901-19 in 1905 in memory of the one of the town earliest District Officers, Francis George Atk02). As late as 1956, the lights of the clock tower were used as navigation aids by local shipping. Today, the tower is partially obscured surrounding buildings.Getting there: Walking. You can stroll there or take any taxi. From the bottom of Signal Hill Road at Padang Merdeka, turn left to get to the clock site. Or view it from the city.Distance/Duration: 0.5...
Water Rafting at Kiulu River
2007-09-03 05:47:00 Kiulu River - This is more of a beginner's river. Kiulu River is suitable for beginners aged 5 years old to 65 years old that craves mild adventure whilst safely enjoy the rafting trip. We recommend advanced paddlers to go to Padas RiverKiulu River is located on the northwestern part of Sabah in a small town called Kiulu which are recognized as being the second most beautiful village in Malaysia. Kiulu River is calssified as Class I - II river.Pick up from Kota Kinabalu city hotel in the morning and depart for Kiulu River (about 1½ hours drive). Northbound towards the lush valleys of Mount Kinabalu which takes you pass the town of Inanam and Menggatal. As you approach the small town of Kiulu in Tamparuli District, selection is made by the river guide for a suitable starting point. Upon arrival, you will be introduced the use of the equipment and briefed on the safety and rafting techniques.The ride down one of Borneo's scenic rivers over gentle rapids, passes lush green jungle f... More About: Water , Rafting
Orchid De Villa
2007-09-03 05:25:00 Orchid De Villa was established by entrepreneur Mr Liew Fook Fah in 1995 with an area of 12 acres. The Orchid De Villa aims to promote agrotourism by cultivating a living encyclopaedia of plants and flowers here in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.Most welcome for all orchid enthusiasts, nature lovers, nature photographers, students of botanical studies, educational groups and tour groups. The Orchid De Villa has a collection of over 300 species of Borneo wild orchids. Along with conducting guided tours of the orchid collection housed at the Orchid De Villa, also plant commercial hybrid orchids and provide cut orchids to the local florists in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.Location:Orchid De Villa is located about 20 kilometres or 30 minutes' drive from Kota Kinabalu City centre. This short journey treats visitors with delightful sights of traditional kampung houses, paddy fields, hillsides and coastal forest.Open:Daily from 8am to 5pm (include public holiday)Facilities:CanteenFishpondConfere nce Facili...
Monsopiad Cultural Village
2007-09-03 04:34:00 The Mons opiad Cultural Villa ge was established for remembrance of the great Kadazan Warrior and Head Hunter Monsopiad. The Monsopiad Cultural Village opened on the 1st of May 1996.The existing house in which the skulls are kept are more popularly known as the “House Of Skulls” and in itself is already a prominent tourist attractions since 1979 and is widely mentioned in tourist brochures and travel guides. The purpose of the village is to provide a conductive venue for visitors both local and international to have a glimpse of the culture of the Kadazandusun people.Just 25 minutes drive from Kota Kinabalu city centre is the Monsopiad Cultural Village . This is an excursion that may take about 2 to 3hours of your time.The Legend:Legend told that many centuries ago, a lady named kizabon was pregnant. She lived in a house with her husband, Dunggou. On the rooftop of their house, a sacred Bugang bird made its nest and stayed there throughout Kizabon's pregnancy.When the child was d... More About: Ural
Kota Kinabalu (Capital Attractions)
2007-08-26 22:50:00 List of Attraction Destination in Kota Kinabalu .City Excitement:City MosqueState MosqueAtkinson Clock TowerGaya Street (Sunday Market)Kota Kinabalu Wetland CentreMenara Tun Mustapha (Sabah Foundation Building)Orchid de VillaSignal HillKionsom WaterfallWater Rafting at TamparuliCultural:Monsopiad Cultural VillageGolf Course:Sutera Harbour Golf and Country ClubSabah Golf and Country ClubKarambunai Resort Golf ClubIsland:Layang-layang islandManukanPulau SapiGayaPulau TigaHistorical:Double Six MonumentPetagas War MemorialTamu:Tamu PenampangTamu TuaranTamu TamparuliAccomodation:Kota Kinabalu Hotel (A list of Hotel from cheap to 5 star)Airport:Air Asia Terminal 2Mas Airline Terminal 1Photographic Attraction:Sunset at Mengkabong BridgeSandy Beach at Tanjung AruYayasan Building at Tanjung Lipat More About: Attractions , Capital , Trac
Destination Map
More articles from this author:2007-08-26 22:33:00 Map of SabahLater, i will list down all the perfect destination at our Land Below The Wind. All info gathered from SabahTourism.com, travel pamphlets and few tips from me. ;).Hope you enjoy reading my blog. More About: Destination 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
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