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 FUN FACT
The Atkinson Clock Tower, a no-nails wooden structure from 1903, survived bombs during World War II and is still functioning to this day.
Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village (tel: +60 (0)88 253 199, www.mzm.sabah.gov.my)
About 15 minutes from the city centre, this museum is home to natural history, ethnography and archaeology exhibits. There are also displays of musical instruments, traditional weapons and costumes reflecting Sabah’s rich culture.
Borneo Books (2F, Phase 1, Wisma Merdeka Shopping Mall, Jln Haji Saman, tel: +60 (0)88 241 050, www.borneobooks.com)
Books on all aspects of Borneo are available along with a huge selection of second-hand books, the latest novels and maps, paintings and photos.
Anjappar Chettinad (G-49, Asia City Complex, tel: +60 (0)88 227 969, www.anjapparborneo.com) This eatery boasts an extensive menu of dishes from southern India. Specialities include lamb sukka varuval (tender cuts of lamb marinated in crushed peppercorns and fried with onions and curry leaves). $$
The Office Pub (4 Api Api Centre, www.theofficepubkk.com)
Enjoy bargain-priced beer alongside delicious pub grub at The Office. Quiz nights are on Wednesdays and bands perform nightly.
Cititel Express (1 Jln Singgah Mata, tel: +60 (0)88 521 188, www.cititelexpress.com)
Newly opened, the 275-room Cititel Express is the latest in a homegrown chain. The accent here is on affordability and personalised service. It’s close to shopping, the KK Esplanade, Gaya Street and the Filipino market. Room rates start from RM88 (S$35/ AU$31). $
BY AMY VAN
More information: www.sabahtourism.com
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