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Travel Guide Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu is one city located in East Malaysia and the capita of Sabah. This city is usually known as KK and directly facing South China Sea. This city is located on the northwestern coastal area of Kalimantan Island (Borneo) and one of the main destination, industrial and shopping centre in East Malaysia. There's Mount Kinabalu (used as the name of this city) and the greatness symbol of Sabah.

Tourist info

Things to see

In Weston Wetland Beaufort you can see many old buildings accompanied by interesting flora and fauna. In Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park you can see the nature exoticism and in Sabah Museum you can see many historical and culture collections typically of Sabah. Horizon scenery in Sutera Harbour when sunset will definitely feast your eyes for it serves a beautiful view you've might never seen.

Things to do

Conquer Mount Kinabalu which has challenging rushing your adrenaline hiking track. As you hike on this mount, you'll be accompanied by beautiful nature scenery. Tunku Abdul Razak Marine Park is a good spot to do snorkeling where you can see many sea creatures life. Kinabalu is a shopping centre having many shopping spots visited always by visitors. You can name them, KK Plaza, Wisma Merdeka, 1Borneo, Asia City Complex and many more. For souvenirs, handicraft and traditional foods, you can go to Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market which once was known as Philippines Market.

Things to eat

Chicken rice usually served with chicken slices and clear broth soup is one typical food of Kota Kinabalu you have to try. Two slices of bread smeared with butter and annona jam, usually called as Kahwin Bread also one food you must not miss when you're in this city. Nasi Lemak is a famous Malay food you can also try in this city. This city is known also as the paradise for Dimsum lovers for this menu can be easily found in many restaurants in Kota Kinabalu.

Getting to Kota Kinabalu

Flying to Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu is served by Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located about 8 km southwest from Kota Kinabalu. A taxi into the city from Kota Kinabalu International Airport would cost MYR 30.00. Read more about Kota Kinabalu International Airport or look for flights to Kota Kinabalu

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