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Sabah - Land Below
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Often called the
'Land Below the Wind' because it lies below the typhoon
belt, Sabah occupies the eastern part of North Borneo and is
East Malaysia's second largest state with an area of 74,500
sq.km. Sabah has the South China Sea on the west and the
Sulu and Celebes Seas on the east.
Mountainous and largely carpeted by lush tropical
rainforests, its population of nearly two million is made up
of 32 colourful ethnic communities.
Kota Kinabalu, the capital, lies in a fertile lowland plain
where most commercial and administrative activities are
concentrated. But the 'real' Sabah can best be found in its
contryside.
Kinabalu Park has been listed as a UNESCO Heritage Site, due
to the diversity of plant life and wildlife there. It
provides a challenging climb amidst a lush virgin
rainforest, where you can find hidden hot springs in cool
high altitudes.
Sipadan island off the south eastern coast of Sabah, has
been one of the top five dive sites in the world for years.
This is attributed to unique underwater goegraphy that
encourages proliferation of wildlife. Leatherback turtles,
barracuda and white tipped sharks are a common sight while
diving in Sipadan.
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Sipadan Island
This watery Garden of Eden is rightly billed as one of the
world's greatest diving destinations. |
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Rafflesia Centre
The centre is a research facility for the Rafflesia while
the surrounding jungle entices the adventurous to find
wild Rafflesia. |
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Kinabalu Park
The highest mountain in Malaysia (4,101m) provides a
challenging climb and awe-inspiring views. |
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Batu Punggul Pinnacle
Remote caves with limestone massifs and nearby Rafflesia
and wild orchids. |
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Danum Valley
The beautiful Danum Valley is a huge conservation area
incredibly rich in flora and stunning views. |
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Lankayan Island
This tiny jungle-clad, tranquil island has earned a
reputation as being one of the best dive sites in Asia. |
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Layang Layang Island
Unique reef topography out in the middle of the South
China Sea near this island makes this a diver's dream come
true. |
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