An Introduction to Sabah

Land Beneath The Wind

Just below the wind

Sabah has a rich and natural charm, with much of its natural resources still maintained. Blessed with abundant natural resources, Sabah is a major contributor to Malaysia’s economy. It prospers from the plentiful bounty of the sea and its lush green forests, and is an attractive eco-tourist destination. Mount Kinabalu, is located in Sabah, and is the tallest peak in Borneo’s Crocker Range, and is protected as Kinabalu National Park, a World Heritage Site.

Geography

Sabah is situated on the beautiful island of Borneo, covering an area of 76,115 , and is the second biggest state in Malaysia after Sarawak. It shares the island of Borneo with Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesia Kalimantan.

It is rich with natural resources from the forest, as well as minerals, fauna, flora and marine life. About 60% of its land is under forest cover while agriculture occupies about 30%.

Sabah’s capital is Kota Kinabalu. It has 5 divisions, namely Kudat, West Coast, Interior, Sandakan and Tawau. Its districts are Banggi, Kudat, Matunggong, Pitas, Kota Merudu, Kota Belud, Kota Kinabalu, Papar, Penampang, Putatan, Ranau, Tamparuli, Tuaran, Beaufort, Keningau, Kuala Penyu, Membakut, Menumbuk, Nabawan, Sipitang, Sook, Tambunan, Tenom, Beluran, Kinabatangan, Sandakan, Telupid, Tongod, Kunak, Lahad Datu, Semporna and Tawau.

The climate is generally hot and sunny all year round; visitors need to wear comfortable clothing to avoid heatstroke. The avera... View more