Area of interest in and around Sandakan - Agnes Keith house ♥

A colonial style house, built on a hilltop at Jalan Istana more than 150 years ago, is now a museum.  The two storey building, which has a floor area of 8,500 sq ft, was the residence of author Agnes  Keith and her husband, Harry, who was Conservator of Forest and Curator of North Borneo  Museum during the time of the British Colonial. The house was destroyed in the Second World War  but was rebuilt by the couple in 1948.    Agnes Keith wrote three internationally-acclaimed books on Sabah while living in the rebuilt house.   Her first book was about life in North Borneo in the 1930s and was called "Land Below the Wind". The title was supposedly inspired by the constant breeze around her home. Keith's second book,  "Three Came Home", was made into a film. "White Man Returns" was her third book.

Area of interest in and around Sandakan - Three Legged Stone ♥

One of the famous tourist sites, located at the sea front of Sandakan is large stone which is called Three Legged Stone or Batu Sapi (in Malay language). In 1960s, the stone was a landmark of  Sandakan. Local people and tourists alike went to look at it because it is so strange and unique. Due to the industrialisation that had taken place in 1970s at the Batu Sapi area, the stone has been neglected since then.

Area of interest in and around Sandakan - Selingan Turtle Island ♥

 

The world famous Turtle Island lies about 40km north of Sandakan in the Sulu Sea off Sabah’s east coast. It includes three islands of Pulau Selingan, Pulau Bakkungan Kecil and Pulau Gulisan. Pulau Selingan is the main nesting area for green turtles, Chelonia Mydas, while the hawksbill turtles Eretmochelys seem more attracted to the shore of Pulau Gulisan. The two islands were gazetted as Marine Park in 1977 for the protection of these two species in order to save them from extinction.

Area of interest in and around Sandakan - Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary ♥

Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary is a reserve, which was build up with so much love to nature by the owner.

It offers exhilarating and memorable experience observing the monkeys both family groups and bachelor groups leaping from tree to tree and eventually coming down to feed on young leaves and plant. The leaping act is a superb, fast and stylish.

The best place in Sabah to observe wild Proboscis monkeys and a unique opportunity to get close to the amazing wildlife of Borneo!

Area of interest in and around Sandakan - Barefoot Sukau lodge ♥

Barefoot Sukau Lodge is created to provide a differentiated experience for visitors coming to enjoy and learn about the extra-ordinary nature and rich biodiversity of the Lower Kinabatangan River. The great ambience and personalized service of the lodge is best suited for those looking for a clean and carefree atmosphere, where they can inter-mingle with other guests and the local community, yet enjoy a private space when needed.

Are of interest in and around Sandakan - Sandakan Crocodile Farm ♥

This crocodile is Sabah’s only licensed crocodile breeder whose original stock came from wild crocodiles found around the Kinabatangan River, visitors can see up to 2,000 creatures in all stages of development in cement pools. Their precious skins are exported and the meat sold to local gourmets. The farm's owner has started another farm in Langkawi Island as a well known tourist attraction.

Area of interest in and around Sandakan - The Sandakan Heritage Trail ♥

The Sandakan Heritage Trail is a comprehensive walk that covers the town's important and interesting sites which have contributed to her rich historical past. A leaflet will map out the entire trail for you and it covers about fifteen spots.
These include the 100-year old Masjid Jamek, the Pryer Memorial, a granite structure erected to honour the founder of Sandakan, William B. Pryer, the Tourist Information Centre, the WW11 memorial and much more. Climbing the Stairs with a Hundred Steps will lead you to a beautiful view of Sandakan town and bay.