Saturday, October 4, 2025

MALAYSIA ~ Mount Kinabalu - Borneo - UNESCO ~

... Stunnng view of the tallest peak in Southeast Asia standing at 4,095 meters... rising majestically over the lush landscapes of Sabah... it is a place of profound spiritual and cultural significance... through its legends, the mountain is seen as a living, breathing entity... steeped in ancient legends and rich cultural heritage with deep connections to the people who call Borneo home... every year, thousands of people tackle a two or three-day climb to reach the mountain’s summit... one of the most accessible major peaks in the world, providing a challenging trek and breathtaking sunrise views... Kinabalu National Park is one of Malaysia's most stunning natural wonders...Thanks Wujii!ヽ(•‿•)ノ

Kinabalu Park, located in the northern part of Borneo, known for its exceptional biodiversity and range of ecosystems, from tropical rainforests to alpine meadows, and Mount Kinabalu. This park is a biodiversity hotspot with a high concentration of endemic species, famous especially for the carnivorous plants and orchids.

The name "Kinabalu" itself carries great cultural significance and originates from the Kadazan Dusun world "Aki Nabalu". Loosely translated, Aki means ancestor or grandfather while Nabalu means mountain. The name Aki Nabalu means “the revered place of the dead” or "The resting place of the ancestors". It is a sacred and beloved place for the locals.

Kinabalu Park is one of only three places to have three UNESCO designations: a World Heritage site, a UNESCO Geopark and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Stamps: 

Birds 
(Issued 14-05-2005)

Wildlife Conservation 
(Issued 28-08-2019)

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