Borneo tourist attractions introduction

What are the must-visit attractions in Sabah?

Islands, Mermaid Island in Kota Kinabalu, Beach Island, Lankayan Island in Sandakan, Turtle Island and many more.

Sabah (Malay: Sabah) is the second largest state in Malaysia. It is located in East Malaysia, in the north of Borneo. It was formerly known as North Borneo (English: North Borneo). It began to be ruled by the British in 1881. On September 16, 1963, it broke away from the British rule along with Sarawak, combined with Malaya and Singapore to form the Federation of Malaysia. Sabah had economic exchanges with China as early as the sixth century AD. The museum in Sabah still has Various urns can be seen, proving the long-standing relationship between Sabah and China. At that time, Chinese businessmen mostly came here for spices, wood, bird's nests, etc. There are records of Borneo in ancient books and history books of various dynasties in China, which shows that the Chinese had already set foot in Borneo at that time, and even the tomb of King Borneo of the Ming Dynasty is still preserved in Nanjing, China.

What places can you visit in Sapa, Vietnam

1. Sapa Rice Terraces in Lao Cai Province, Vietnam

Saba Rice Terraces is located in the small town of Sapa in Lao Cai Province, Vietnam. The wonderful terraced fields are like escalators to the sky and are known as one of the most distinctive and beautiful terraced fields in the world. The formation of Sabah terraces is due to the local steep slopes, fertile soil and continuous water supply. Because of the fertile soil, local residents transformed the area into rice terraces after years of hard work.

2. Rattan Bridge

The Rattan Bridge is entirely made of rattan and is located on the Meng Hua River, 17 kilometers southeast of Sabah Town. If you are lucky, the fog rising from the Menghua River will fill the entire bridge, and walking on the Vine Bridge will feel like walking in the clouds. In Vietnamese, vine and cloud are the same word, which can be translated as vine bridge or cloud bridge, both of which are appropriate.

3. Ugui Huling

Ugui Huling is known as one of the four major ridges in the northwest. Ugui Huling is a place that young people traveling to Sabah want to conquer. (That is, it is difficult to walk). Wuguihu Ridge is also called Huanglian Mountain because it crosses Huanglian Mountain. And because the ridge is covered with clouds and mist all year round, it is also called Yunling.

Introduction to Malaysian Attractions

Introduction to Malaysian Attractions

Malaysia has rich tourism resources, abundant sunshine, pleasant climate, many high-quality beaches and unique islands. , pristine tropical jungles, precious flora and fauna, various caves, ancient folk customs, long historical and cultural relics and modern cities.

Petronas Twin Towers

The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur were topped out in 1996. With a height of 452 meters, they won the title of "the tallest twin towers in the world" in one fell swoop. Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad once said that every country must have a "building that the people of the country can look up to." The Petronas Twin Towers are such a tall building.

It is no exaggeration to say that the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur are the symbol of Malaysia. This uniquely designed silver spire-style building rises from the ground in the center of Kuala Lumpur. With its tallness and classicness, it brings the city to a new "height".

Langkawi

Langkawi is located between the Strait of Malacca and the Andaman Sea, at the junction of the borders of Malaysia and Thailand, on the sea at the northwest tip of Peninsular Malaysia, 10 km from Penang Island. It is 108 kilometers long and consists of 104 small islands. Only 99 islands can be seen at high tide. The main island is Langkawi Island, which is the only island in the archipelago with settlers.

Langkawi can be regarded as the most desirable scenic spot in Southeast Asia. The clear turquoise waters and long, gentle beaches make up a paradise seaside resort. The lush forests and mysterious and spectacular caves are a unique and charming adventure destination.

In addition to beautiful natural scenery, Langkawi also has a long history and traditional culture. On Langkawi’s 99 tropical islands, there are various strange monsters, giant eagles, warriors, Fairy princesses and other folk tales and myths and legends.

In Langkawi Free Port, tourists who live on the island for more than 72 hours can enjoy comprehensive tax-free discounts on shopping and accommodation on the island, and tourists can get great benefits. Genting Casino is the largest legal casino in Malaysia.

In Langkawi, the most standard attire is a T-shirt, shorts and slippers. This outfit can be worn in and out of any high-end hotel. Langkawi Island is also a "quick marriage paradise" and is the best place for travelers looking for holiday fun.

Visitors to the island can obtain a marriage certificate issued by the local state registration department office within one day, and hold a wedding banquet and honeymoon on the island.

Redang Island

Redang Island is located in the South China Sea to the east of Peninsular Malaysia. It consists of 9 islands, large and small. It still maintains a fairly natural style of island and is known for its crystal clear waters. The seawater and rich underwater landscape and natural ecology have gradually become popular.

The shape of the main island of Relang is like the heart shape deliberately drawn by the creator, like a heart, the heart of the ocean, so it has won the beautiful title "Heart of the Ocean".

At present, there are not many tourists from Asia, but Italians from Europe regard this place as a paradise and often stay here for a week upon arrival and still refuse to leave.

In order to protect the precious natural heritage on the island, the artificially developed area of ??Redang Island is very limited. Except for two resorts, there are not many other buildings and a large area of ??tropical rain forest is preserved; also because of the current capacity of the island The area is limited, so there have not yet been a swarm of tourists in the surrounding waters. The clean beaches and seawater are still in the best condition, quietly waiting for those who are destined to visit.

Sabah

Sabah, the paradise of Borneo, is located at the northern end of Borneo Island, the third largest island in the world, the easternmost point of Malaysia, bordering the South China Sea to the west and Sulu to the east Sea and Celebes Sea, covering an area of ??72,500 square kilometers. Sabah is a multicultural society, consisting of more than 30 ethnic groups. Among them, the three major ethnic groups are Dusun, Bajau and Maulu in Jiadashan. Most of them believe in Islam and use Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and English. There is a simple and honest life here, as well as a prosperous and progressive economy.

Before independence, Sabah was originally called North Borneo and was under the jurisdiction of the British North Borneo Company. After World War II, Sabah and Sarawak (then governed by the Brooke family) were handed over to the British government. They eventually gained independence and in 1963, they merged with the states on the peninsula to establish a new country, Malaysia.

For tourists who revere nature, Sabah is the most exciting stop on their trip to Malaysia. If you like adventure and excitement, you can trek into primeval forests, explore caves, cross rivers on rafts, get a glimpse of the daily life of "proboscis monkeys", or go fishing in the deep sea, or dive to watch colorful marine life; if you like to challenge yourself, you can climb

Climb Mount Kinabalu (4101 meters), the highest peak in Southeast Asia;

If you love the local customs, you can visit the tribal longhouse and experience the authentic "Dou Mo" Market; if you cherish life, you can get up close to the Borneo Forest Orangutan in the world's largest forest reserve and enjoy the world's largest flower, the Lafayette flower;

If you advocate sports, you can Enjoy windsurfing, water skiing, yachting or playing tennis or golf. In fact, the sea scenery of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park here is even more unforgettable. Major hotel groups have built five-star resorts here.

It is worth noting that the scenic spots on the east coast and the west coast of Sabah are far apart. It takes more than 40 minutes to fly. It is necessary to arrange the scenic spots reasonably when planning the route.

Kuching

Kuching means "cat" in Malay. The locals love cats very much, and the city's symbol is also a cute big white cat.

Kuching is located on both sides of the Sarawak River. The south bank of the river is the colonial city center, so many old European-style buildings are preserved; the north bank is the city’s administrative center, government agencies and the governor’s official residence (i.e. the royal palace, Not open to the public, you can stand on the south bank of the river to watch) are all here, and the famous Margaret Castle is also located on the north bank.

When you come to Kuching, you must visit some local museums. The Sarawak Museum, Islamic Museum, Police Museum (i.e. Margaret Castle), and Cat Museum in the city are all very famous and worth a visit. . In addition, the European-style Riverside Park, the ancient Tua Pek Kong Temple (Chinese-style temple) and the Kuching Mosque located in the west of the city are also must-visit attractions.

Genting Highlands

Located 50 kilometers northeast of Kuala Lumpur and southwest of Pahang, it belongs to the middle section of the Kebao Mountains, covering an area of ??5,000 hectares. The original name of Genting Highlands is "Zhen Ding" or "Yen Zhen".

Genting Plateau has cascading mountains and vast forests, the air is especially fresh, and the flowers and plants are green all year round. When the weather is clear, the view is vast. Looking to the west, Kuala Lumpur is brightly lit at night; looking to the east, the morning sea of ??clouds is like the sunrise over the South China Sea.

Malaysia takes advantage of this beautiful natural scenery to vigorously develop tourism here. Modern hotels, heated swimming pools, artificial lakes, golf courses and other supporting tourist facilities have been built here, making Genting Highlands a famous alpine tourist resort.

Independence Square

Independence Square (Merdeka Squnre) is the place where National Day is celebrated every year. The country's independence was an important moment in Malaysia's history. The square was formerly a stadium. Cricket, bent ball, tennis and rugby were all held here. Later, the Selangor Club's venue opposite was re-paved and turned into a magnificent square to commemorate the country's independence.

The world’s tallest flagpole (100 meters high) stands at the southern end of the square. The national flag flutters in the wind. There is an oblate black marble plaque on the grass, marking the lowering of the British flag at midnight on August 30, 1957. , the place where the Malaysian flag was first raised.

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