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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
This bustling, ethnically diverse city offers sightseers a diversity of culture and eras. A gold-domed mosque, unique high-rise architecture and the Heritage Village all combine to paint a picture of the city’s past. Venture into the interior to astonishing Kinabalu Park, where exotic plants and rare orchids flourish. Spend time on the glorious beaches and enjoy the local fresh fish.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Kota Kinabalu Port
Ship may DOCK or ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port. -
Time Zone
Malaysia Time MYT
UTC/GMT +8 hours -
Language
The official language is Malay.
“Sila” means please and “terima kasih” means thank you. To ask someone how he or she is, say “Apa khabar?” -
Currency & Shopping
Malaysian Ringgit (RM) is the local currency used for shopping.
There are several malls in the city offering a range of retailers selling everything from electronics to designer clothes while the waterfront Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market sells a variety of local souvenirs. -
Famous For
Kota Kinabalu is known its stilt villages and for the region’s natural beauty, which offers numerous outdoor adventures. -
Fun Fact #1
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque appears as if it’s floating on water as the structure is on stilts over a tranquil lagoon and is open for tours outside of prayer times. -
Fun Fact #2
Explore Kinabula National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to the country’s highest peak, Mount Kinabalu (over 13,000 feet tall). -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
The Klias Peninsula wetlands are a popular attraction where you can explore mangrove swamps that are home to abundant wildlife, including proboscis monkeys, macaques and more.