Kota Kinabalu
Scaling Mount Kinabalu’s peaks has enticed many travellers to Sabah’s capital, but this littoral state has plenty to offer closer to sea level. Underwater exploration awaits from Tanjung Aru’s seafront stretch to the crystalline waters of Tungku Abdul Rahman National Park’s islands, and its beaches accommodate idyllic, lazy afternoons. On foot, picturesque attractions include the moated City Mosque, while a host of nightlife indulgences supply the waterfront’s festive ambience.