Formerly known as Jesselton during the British occupation of Borneo, Kota Kinabalu is now one of Malaysia’s growing tourist destinations. And while a trip to Mount Kinabalu is certainly on top of everyone’s list, here are 7 places that… Continue Reading
Sunset views from Kota Kinabalu City as some locals would say–is best viewed in the famous two kilometer stretch of Tanjung Aru Beach. While the dark-yellow-hued sunset was certainly breathtaking, the area with the best view of the sunset… Continue Reading
Formerly known as Jesselton during the British occupation of North Borneo, Kota Kinabalu in the state of Sabah has become one of Malaysia’s fastest growing tourist destinations. Like the rest of Muslim-majority Malaysia–with its grand mosques–KK is also home… Continue Reading
Gaya Street–home to Kota Kinabalu’s famous Gaya Sunday Market can easily be compared to the Sunday markets you see in Salcedo and Legazpi Village in Makati, minus the throngs of tourists of course. Ideally located in the unofficial… Continue Reading
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque (famously called “The Floating Mosque”) is located in a 6-hectare site along Pasir Road on the shores of Likas Bay. This architectural landmark is considered as one of Southeast Asia’s–and Malaysia’s–most beautiful mosques. With… Continue Reading
Contrary to the night markets with people wrangling for their place and bargaining for the cheapest price from every single vendor, the night market in Kota Kinabalu’s Jalan Sentosa is quite different. The neighborhood, while generally quiet is considered… Continue Reading