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Datuk Gong: Malaysia’s Most Misunderstood Guardian Spirit
Culture & History / Sabah

Datuk Gong: Malaysia’s Most Misunderstood Guardian Spirit

MySabah.comby MySabah.comSeptember 7, 2025September 8, 20252

If you walk around in Sabah, you might notice small shrines outside buildings, under big trees, or near construction sites. Inside sits a smiling old …

Chingay Parade of Sabah
Culture & History / Sabah

Chingay Parade of Sabah

MySabah.comby MySabah.comDecember 12, 2024December 13, 20243

Have you ever experienced the vibrant Chingay Parade in Donggongon Town, Sabah, Malaysia? It was truly a festival worth attending for anyone who appreciates cultural …

Hinava: Heritage Salad of Sabah
Culture & History / Food / Sabah

Hinava: Heritage Salad of Sabah

MySabah.comby MySabah.comDecember 2, 2024June 6, 20251

Hinava is a tangy and refreshing dish often served as a salad or appetiser. A beloved traditional delicacy from Sabah, Malaysia, it is popularised by …

Usungan / Usunan: Palanquin of Bajau and Iranun People
Culture & History / Sabah

Usungan / Usunan: Palanquin of Bajau and Iranun People

MySabah.comby MySabah.comNovember 30, 2024November 30, 20241

Usunan (in Iranun language) or Usungan (in Bajau Sama language), refers to a boat-shaped and palanquin-like structure traditionally used to carry nobles or prominent individuals. …

Top 10 Travel Destinations of Sabah
Adventure / Culture & History / Forest / Island & Beach / Mountains / Sabah / Travel / Wildlife

Top 10 Travel Destinations of Sabah

MySabah.comby MySabah.comMarch 17, 2024March 17, 20243

Welcome to our list of the top 10 travel destinations in Sabah. Handpicked for their popularity and quality, these attractions offer unforgettable experiences. Our recommendations …

Nostalgia in Membakut: Exploring Sabah’s Colonial Township and Railroad Heritage
Culture & History / Sabah

Nostalgia in Membakut: Exploring Sabah’s Colonial Township and Railroad Heritage

MySabah.comby MySabah.comFebruary 29, 2024February 29, 20240

Isn’t the feeling of nostalgia wonderful? Whether it’s listening to oldies songs, donning vintage fashion, or gazing at black-and-white photographs, it’s like taking a journey …

Dalai, the Pearls of the Borneo Jungle
Culture & History

Dalai, the Pearls of the Borneo Jungle

MySabah.comby MySabah.comJanuary 13, 2024March 17, 20240

Job’s Tears, also known as adlay or adlay millet, is locally referred to as Dalai or Jelai in Sabah. This plant looks like a cross …

Antanom Museum, the History of British Vs. Borneo Headhunters
Culture & History / Sabah

Antanom Museum, the History of British Vs. Borneo Headhunters

MySabah.comby MySabah.comNovember 27, 2023January 15, 20240

Tenom, nestled in the rustic interior of Sabah, serves as the terminus for Borneo’s railway, and is renowned for the beloved Tenom Coffee, a favorite …

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