Island of Borneo

Introduction of Sabah


Sabah, the second largest state in Malaysia, is situated at the northern part of the island of Borneo, the third largest island in the world. It covers an area of 72,500 sq. kilometers with a coastline of 1,440 kilometres long washed by the South China Sea in the West, the Sulu Sea in the Northeast and the Celebes Sea in the East. Known to the world as "THE LAND BELOW THE WIND", Sabah is rich not only in natural beauty and resources, but also in the cultural heritage of its people.
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Ahad, 28 Julai 2013

Clothing Traditions

Kadazandusun traditional costume is rich with unique characteristics. This is because, it is different from one place to another place. Each Kadazandusun ethnic have differences in clothing tredisinya.
For example, the traditional dress for the Dusun Bundu Ranau and Tambunan is Liwan in different ethnic attire for Lotud in Tuaran and Kota Marudu Kimaragang. Each ethnic Kadazandusun has its own uniqueness.
This traditional clothing usually worn during festive seasons such as Harvest Festival and special ceremonies such as weddings. Often the girl of Kadazandusun will showcase these kinds of attire when there is Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan in Sabah state.
greetings and traditional dress jewellery Kadazandusun SABAH.

Introduction

To have a total of 32 indigenous ethnic tribes in the state, it is expected, we can see various kinds of clothes according to tribal traditions.
Most of them have maintained the pattern and color of the original costume. A very popular color is black.
Color is used as in the past, the natives of Sabah rely on some kind of vegetable crops to be fluid and dye fabric.
They just need to add the beads range of colors such as red, orange, white and green as additional ornaments.
Manuk costume also includes antique beads made ​​into necklaces, belts, carved antique silver and a belt made ​​of silver dollar coins. All this is a treasure for generations to come very precious and valuable.
Here is some information about traditional tribal dress kadazansusun very popular in the state.









Sabtu, 27 Julai 2013

"Rumah Terbalik"

brief experience

Location of this 'Rumah Terbalik is located in tamparuli.Kalau from k.kinabalu'm heading to Kundasang, must be visible from the street. Somewhat unique because the only house that is close sabah reverse. Get in the house, everything is upside down .. we walked kat ceiling. All the TV, furniture, home appliances upside down .. meaning you want to see on TV to view  .. feel quite dizzy even if not normal. close most enjoyable bathroom .. toilet bowl at the top .. It is rather quite his home when the occupants are seated ni .. how where he wanted to throw the water ... if it came to Sabah, pick the house one night layover la reverse .. entrance fee RM 10 for one (adult) $ 5 for children indoors picture .. sorry .. because host  of JAP not allow to take pictures inside the house ..

Sabah Tourism Board Link: (rumah terbalik upside down house)

The house is located along Mile 21, Jalan Telibong, Tamparuli. The journey by road takes approximately 40 minutes. Taxis can take you from the city centre but be sure to make return arrangements as taxis on standby may not be readily available at this location

The house was opened to the public in early February 2012 and has since been attracting visitors from near and far. The house itself is hard to miss, having been flipped upside down, with its floor facing skyward. Everything inside the house, from furniture to household appliances, hover above your head, as the ceiling is actually the floor. Visitors will notice some distinguishing Sabahan décor and features showcased in this house. In the garage, a car is parked upside down. It might seem disorienting in the first few seconds, but the fascination of it all takes over. This architectural wonder has also been included in the Malaysia Book of Records for being the first of its kind in the nation. Visitors can enjoy a meal or afternoon snack at the Rumah Terbalik Café or pick up a souvenir at the Gift Shop. Guided tours are available.



Jumaat, 26 Julai 2013

Sandakan Crocodile

Sandakan Crocodile conservation center was first licensed in the state. It is located at Mile 8, Jalan Labuk, Sandakan. This center owner, is the owner of several large vessels fish. This for a lot of kids have sold to the public, especially fishermen who enjoy preserving crocodile. Amount obtained until the 1970s is 1,000 crocodiles, some of which have been slaughtered for the precious skins for export, while the flesh is delicious (for some people) is sold to local people. Until 1982 Global Trade Conference Rules (International Convention Regulating Trade) Sabah government has banned the killing of a crocodile. With these were kept. In this Sandakan Crocodile Farm, there are about 3,000 crocodiles as a whole. Besides crocodiles, this park also showcases a wide variety of animals and tropical fish are beautiful and large


entrance




action crocodile

Tun Mustapha Tower

Situated just 5 kilometers or about 15 minutes from Kota Kinabalu city center. Formerly known as the Sabah Foundation Building, round towers made ​​of steel and glass 30-story at Likas Bay and immediately became an icon of Sabah. The building has a steel that supports each floor. When completed in 1977, the building was to be between three buildings built on the concept of this kind of design. In the building complex houses the auditorium, two mini theaters, exhibition foyer, gymnasium, kindergarten and Research library. On the 18th floor revolving restaurant Atmosphere, where you enjoy a meal in a very different atmosphere.
Menara Tun Mustapha

 
 
 

To get there, take a bus from the bus terminal UMS No.5A Wawasan Plaza in KK and tell the bus driver your destination. One-way fare is RM2.00 to RM2.50. You can also take a taxi with one-way fee of RM15.00-RM20.00 (based on meter) Open every day from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm
 


Sabah tea plantation

Sabah tea plantation is located in the village Nalapak in Ranau district, about 120 kilometers from the city of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. This tea plantation is located on highway between Telupid - that is, after crossing into Ranau Poring Hot Spring. Tea plantation is in the height of 2,272 feet above sea level with an area as large as 6,200 acres of farm. The area is surrounded by tea plantations forest that has been around since 130 million years ago. In addition, this tea plantation backdrop of Mount Kinabalu and is the sole organic tea plantation in Malaysia as well as the choice in the world


With its sprawling tea plantation surrounded by pristine rainforests in the cool mountain air, the Sabah Tea Garden beckons you to indulge in its beautiful surroundings, away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. A mere 2-hour drive from the city of Kota Kinabalu, the Sabah Tea Garden boasts a beautiful backdrop, Mount Kinabalu


more detail:

Cattle Dairy Farm Village

Known as Project Dairy Farm, which as far as farm about eight kilometers (km) from the town of Kundasang has 680 dairy cows worked Country Cattle (S) Pte Ltd, including Fresian breed imported from New Zealand and Australia

Cattle Dairy Farm Village is a must visit if you go to the District Kundasang, Ranau. . The farm is located at the foot of Mount Kinabalu. This farm environment look like in New Zealand. View of the green meadows at the foot of the vast mountain views are so beautiful!

in addition, the farm produces fresh pasteurized milk & milk is the largest in the state. Fresh milk sold here and it is very tasty and fresh. Produced fresh milk packaged and sold in 2 flavors ie white chocolate and fresh milk

Ladang on an area of 199 hectares and the total, 133 hectares have been planted grass field such as Kikuyu, Narok Setaria and legumes (white clover).
   
Dairy cattle sector in Sabah is not new, but there nearly three decades ago with the opening of the dairy farms in the plains near the foot of Mount Kinabalu Mesilau 1980.Tidak exaggeration on dairy cattle farms is formulated as a two-in-one 'product' of milk producers Sabah fresh, help boost the economy, besides being a student tour and travel destination


more detail:Desa Cattle


Desa Cattle

Rabu, 24 Julai 2013

Poring , Sabah

BACKGROUND OF Poring ...Poring is Kadazan name for a type of bamboo tree species that grow in the area.

It is located about 40 km northeast of the center of Kinabalu Park,


Poring PRIVILEGES ...
Poring famous for its hot springs and unique hanging bridge.

Poring hot springs known for its mineral hot springs contain sulfur that can freshen up.
Natural hot springs are well suited to suppress fatigue and joint pain for those who have climbed Mount Kinabalu
















The tourists also enjoy the beautiful scenery when cruising long suspension bridge 157.8 m and as high as 41 feet above the trees.






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Unique waterfall and beautiful also attracted many who visit here pegunjung

Environment in Poring, many of calming the course pegunjung want peace with the green environment around them.

The green color of plants seemed to provide inspiration for those who want to get an idea of ​​pleasing their once beautiful forest environment is.

There is also a butterfly garden and butterfly showroom here.



















In addition, there is also a bat cave at Poring, Ranau
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Visitors who come particularly from abroad really like caves.


Many also enter the cave to find experience.

For more detail:poring hot spring