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WELCOME TO KOTA KINABALU IN THE LEGENDARY, EXCITING WEST COAST – THE LEGENDARY, EXCITING WEST COAST – THE INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY TO MALAYSIAN BORNEO

Set between lush, tropical hills and fronting emerald green waters, Kota Kinabalu is a city of exciting contrasts – vibrant and exciting yet serene and uplifting, what with its eco-treasures from top to bottom. Formerly known as Jesselton before its name was changed in 1968 to Kota Kinabalu, the state capital is also affectionately called KK by locals. The international gateway to Borneo, Kota Kinabalu is a major city with fast developing modern infrastructure. One notable landmark is the 30-storey Sabah Foundation building at Likas Bay, unique for being one of the few buildings in the world to utilize a single column structure. Another, the Sabah Trade Centre is the focus of many trade exhibitions and a bustling centre of commerce. Sabah’s main sporting venue, The Likas Sports Complex is well equipped with complete facilities and hosted several successful international competitions. Also in the vicinity is the Likas Bird Sanctuary, a haven for bird watching, especially during the migratory bird season. Kota Kinabalu city is well-planned with an efficient road system. Travel to the Kota Kinabalu International Airport takes a mere 10 minutes and the new highway to Kota Belud will ensure even more convenient access to leisure spots like Karambunai. The State Capital, Kota Kinabalu, was specially named in reverence to Mount Kinabalu, the highest challenge in Borneo. Rising majestically at 4,095.2 m. or 13,432.26 ft., Mt. Kinabalu has a mystique so inspiring, it’s magical. With its granite peak often shrouded in mists and clouds, it never fails to lure travelers all the way to the top.