Tue, 21 Sep 2010 21:56:41 GMT

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

With its rugged landscape and stunning tropical flora and fauna, the coastal capital of Sabah teems with a myriad of experiences.


With its rugged landscape and stunning tropical flora and fauna, the coastal capital of Sabah teems with a myriad of experiences.

Located in Malaysian Borneo, Kota Kinabalu is home to 130-million year old rainforests and part of the Indo-Pacific basin of coral diversity; it's a haven for nature lovers and divers. The city's laidback charms are intact, its attractions endless, and modern facilities make it all conveniently accessible.

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The city centre is small and lush, pleasurable to navigate on foot.The city centre is small and lush, pleasurable to navigate on foot.Quirky boutique stays and luxury colonial hotels line the waterfront promenade and the vibrant streets. The city is a true temptress, always able to satiate culinary cravings. Some of Asia’s freshest and most delicious offerings are found here, including the ubiquitous and unique ‘Sabah vegetable’ – a cross between thin asparagus and garlic chives.

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  • Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

    With its rugged landscape and stunning tropical flora and fauna, the coastal capital of Sabah teems with a myriad of experiences.

do

eat

  • Quick and delicious local brunch to start your day off right.

    Quick and delicious local brunch to start your day off right.

  • A prime spot for fresh seafood cooked in a multitude of ways.

    A prime spot for fresh seafood cooked in a multitude of ways.

  • The capital state’s most authentic Italian restaurant is a welcomechange.

    The capital state’s most authentic Italian restaurant is a welcome change.

stay

  • Convenient, comfortable and centrally located.

    Convenient, comfortable and centrally located.

  • Combining contemporary chic and rich culture.

    Combining contemporary chic and rich culture.

  • A trendy accommodation option right on the buzzing waterfront of Kota Kinabalu.

    A trendy accommodation option right on the buzzing waterfront of Kota Kinabalu.