| Sabah
is the second largest state of Malaysia. Sabah occupies
the top portion of the island Borneo, which is the third
largest island in the world and covers an area of 74,500
sq km with a coastline of about 1,440 km.
Sabah lies
between 4º and 8º north of the equator, and
its climate is tropical but pleasant. Sunny blue skies
characterize most days and it is summer all year round.
Sabah is a unique land, a melting pot of many indigenous
and immigrant groups.
The population comprises over
30 different races and over 80 different dialects, each
group having its own multicolored culture, tradition,
festival and customs.
There are many attractive tourist sites in Sabah. The
Orang utan Sanctuary is about 15 minutes drive from
the East Coast town of Sandakan and is the world's largest
orang utan sanctuary.
Orang utan (Wild man of Borneo)
which have been abandoned by their mothers, or which
were formerly in captivity, are rehabilitated here until
fit enough to be returned to the wild. Watching these
charming and entertaining orang utan during feeding
time is a sheer delight.
The Tanjung Aru Beach is also
another major tourist destination. Sabah State Museum
is located in Kota Kinabalu and has a rich collection
of tribal and historical artifacts relating to the people
of Borneo. It also displays the flora and fauna of the
region, including rare birds, reptiles, animals and
fish only.
Gomantong Caves are situated at 32 km from
Sandakan, which is a home to a large number of swifts
and million of bats. Sipadan Island is a small town
on the south coast of Sabah.
The only oceanic mushroom-shaped
island is known as the diving paradise and is rich with
population of vibrant tropical fish and corals clearly
visible in its crystal clear waters.
SABAH, Malaysian Borneo
This great East Malaysian state on Borneo Island is naturally endowed with endless beaches and bays, ancient rainforests and amazing plants and animals, and the sacred Mt Kinabalu.
Dive Sabah
Divers travel thousands of miles to experience the amazing wonders of the underwater realm and where better than to the bio-diversity hotspot of Southern Asia - Sabah, Malaysian Borneo.
Golfing In Sabah
Sabah's wealth of natural beauty makes golfing here a once-in-a-lifetime experience not to be missed. From picturesque courses in tranquil settings to the most challenging terrains, Sabah's golf clubs offer a spectrum of experiences for the avid golfers.
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