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Handicraft Market
No. 12 of Night Attractions in Sabah

Handicraft Market

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The handicraft store located on Stephen Road, Tonfa, Kota Kinabalu, is a popular base for local and foreign tourists to find and purchase handicrafts, souvenirs or souvenirs. Inexpensive and high-quality small jewelry or gadgets, including key rings, beaded necklaces or wrist chains, bookmarks, etc., here is a one-stop shopping market, and the countless types of sarongs and shawls are dazzling. Flirtatious, but a gift that will remind you of the wonderful time you spent on vacation in tropical Sabah. Of course, when you come to this hypermarket, there are also pearls that sparkle with gorgeous light. Whether it is a single piece or a whole bunch of pearls, you can follow your wishes. For the whole bunch, there are necklaces and wrist chains, and for the single pieces, there are pin bras, earrings or rings, etc. You can also buy them back and find the craftsmen to design the inlays yourself. For the connoisseurs of exquisite wood carvings, it must be a good idea. There's a dizzying array of original wood carvings, including exotic picture frames and even wall paneling. In addition, there are all kinds of rattan baskets of various sizes. The thing about this craft store is that you can't predict what masterpieces or rarities you'll find. Some people come for a walk, go around, and can't help playing with the bamboo flute. Here, there is another kind of fun, that is, bargaining, bargaining, bargaining! As long as you have the ability to learn a few words in the local language to increase your bargaining momentum, you are likely to buy one, get three free, and you will return with a big bargain.

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爱爱李December 2, 2019
4.0
Gaya Island is also a very interesting and famous island. There are many sceneries from small to large. You can try many shops on this island. You can experience the very interesting tropical plants when you come here.

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KlchicNovember 16, 2021
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sabah island is amazing. this is Mari Mari sepanggar island. really nice for a short getaway from the city

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Mr. Bagpackers JrDecember 11, 2023
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PADANG MERDEKA KOTA KINABALU.Padang Merdeka Kota Kinabalu menjadi satu-satunya tempat bersukan pada penjajahan British. Sebelum Dewan Masyarakat Jesselton dibina pada tahun 1950-an, padang ini bukan sahaja kawasan bermain bola sepak, tetapi juga menjadi kawasan perarakan.

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渊渟Cecilia GuanOctober 3, 2026
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It was a fantastic luxury experience. Watching the sunset from a cruise ship in Kota Kinabalu was so relaxing. The ship offered food, drinks, and a buffet, along with a live band performance. The lead singer even sang a few Chinese songs, which was very thoughtful. There were also dance performances; you could join in if you liked. The sunset was absolutely stunning, definitely worth the ticket price.

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miel@999tovJune 18, 2023
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Great place for those who are seafood lovers, easy to find fresh fishes , crabs, lobsters in this place with a good price. Fresh vegetable and fruits stall located just beside this building .

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MOHD FIXRY BIN BASIRAugust 15, 2022
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terletak di kota Kinabalu, sabah. berhadapan Lee Meredien hotel. Pasar pilipjn sangat di kenali sebagai tempat menjual mutiara air masin dan air tawar, serta menjual baju2 atau barangan cenderahati Sabahan seperti key chain dan pelbagai.

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Abi ArmagMay 24, 2023
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Lovely place with a wonderful restaurant. Very friendly staff. Hotel is full of great art. Just a charming place.

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凱莉喲October 4, 2026
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To kill time and also to complete a loop around Sabah, we chose to depart on the last bus. The bus included complimentary durian and chocolate ice cream along the way. We got off at Tanjung Aru Beach and were lucky enough to catch the sunset – it was fantastic!

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WfleeSeptember 19, 2023
5.0
If want to know more of Sabah, you need go sabah museum. Inside this museum, all sabah culture and history is displayed and show out to visitor. The special in this museum is the orang asli culture in Sabah. The houses for all sabah orang asli also show out in sabah museum. Visitor can direct go inside to take a look for the tradisional houses.

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Don't miss these attractions in Kota Kinabalu: Gaya Island, Sepanggar Island, and Kota Kinabalu. If you like Day tours, try 1-day tour to Sabah royal bay sky mirror mangrove | proboscis monkeys and fireflies/private small group optional. If you enjoy Culture & history, try Kota Kinabalu Half-Day Tour: Tanjung Aru Beach + City Mosque + Tun Mustapha Tower.

You can give Kota Kinabalu Manukan Island & Mount Kinabalu & Poring Hot Spring culinary experience | Local delicacies dining voucher and Kota kinabalu sunset city night view dinner cruise (includes complimentary beverages) a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include 1-day tour to Sabah royal bay sky mirror mangrove | proboscis monkeys and fireflies/private small group optional, Sabah (Koperasi Seri Serbang Bongawan Sabah Berhad) sky mirror mangrove fireflies 1-day tour proboscis monkey | lazy version late departure optional, and Mari-Mari Cultural Village Half Day Shared Tour with Lunch. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

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