Sightseeing in Sabah Malaysia

Sightseeing in Sabah Malaysia

Malaysia is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. The country is actually a group of islands. One of the most liked islands in Malaysia is certainly Sabah. Tourism forms a major part of this state’s economy. Nowhere else eco-tourism found more importance than in Sabah. The most popular among a host of sightseeing places in Sabah, Malaysia are the following: Poring Hot Springs, Mount Kinabalu National Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and Kinabatangan River to name only a few.

The Poring Hot Spring is famous for its so called therapeutic attribute. Rich in sulphur and phosphorous, it is believed that a bath in this hot spring cures backaches, sores as well as muscle pains. If you have just returned from an arduous trek of mount Kinabalu, you should then take a bath to rejuvenate yourself. The bath is however very popular among the natives.

The second highest mountain in South-east Asia, Mount Kinabalu often attracts climbers. The steep mountainous slopes are carpeted by dense foliage and the breath taking scenery of the planes from atop this mountain is sufficient reward to the exhausted muscles. Situated on the mountain, the Mount Kinabalu National Park is a deep forest. Various species of animals and birds are seen in it. You should keep this place on top of your sightseeing plans in Sabah, Malaysia.

If you an adventurous type, then Gomantong Caves is where you should head out for. Populated by millions of bats and swifts, this deep cave is certainly not recommended for weak hearted people. It is advisable to have some cave exploration experience before venturing out into this cave.

The Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is a National Park. Located off the coast of Kota Kinabalu, the area occupied by this park is so huge that the park in fact consists of 5 islands.

If you are searching for sightseeing places in Sabah, Malaysia-you must not miss the Maliau basin conservation area. This jungle has the unique distinction to be one of the oldest rainforests in the world. This place is so dense with vegetation that even at day time sunlight does not penetrate inside this jungle. This area is alternatively called as Sabah’s lost world.

The Kinabatangan River is the second longest river in Malaysia. Home to very rare proboscis monkey in the adjacent jungle, the river is a must see on the sightseeing itinerary of Sabah, Malaysia.

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