Tuesday, April 07, 2009

Inobong Visitors and Research Centre, Penampang


From Lost Borneo blog:

Most visitors to Sabah has probably never heard of this substation of the Crocker Range Park, since there is no mention of it in any guide books. Even if they have, they would be hard-pressed to get here without their own transportation. The road to the substation is steep and taxis might not be willing to make the trip. However, if you are looking for a cool and quiet place to escape to that is not too far away from Kota Kinabalu, then it might be time to brush up on your social skills and befriend a local with a car.

Located in Kampung Inobong in Penampang district, the Inobong Visitors and Research Centre was officially opened on 16/1/2003. The construction of the substation was sponsored by JICA, the Japan International Cooperation Agency. The Inobong VRC is located 600m above sea level and the air here is cool and fresh. From this height, there are all-round views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands surrounding it. The sunsets viewed from here are said to be beautiful.

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