Descriptive Essay About Tourism

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The Exotic Island ParadiseBorneo, Malaysia Sabah is Borneo, Malaysia 's premier nature adventure destination situated in the northern tip of Borneo Island, the third largest island in the world. Sabah is popular for its wildlife conservation attractions, rainforest, surrounding nature and islands, beach resorts, tropical white sandy beaches, crystal clear water, and its warm and friendly people. If you are thinking of visiting Borneo, these places of interest and activities will wet your appetite!

Mount KinabaluLet me begin with my favourite place, Mt. Kinabalu, definitely not to be missed if you are visiting Borneo. It is the summit of Borneo and the tallest mountain in southeast Asia. This mountain is sacred to the locals. Thousands from around the world have trekked to its peak. At the foot of this mountain is Kinabalu National Park, a botanical paradise where rare plants are found: orchids, nepenthes pitcher plants and the rafflesia, the largest flower in the world.

Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation CentreIf you haven 't heard yet, the most popular native of Borneo is the orangutan. The world-famous Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre enables visitors to come in close contact with these amazing animals. This sanctuary allows visitors to witness an exciting conservation programme in action. Set in forty-three square kilometers of beautiful rainforest, the sanctuary helps once-captive orangutans learn to fend for themselves in the wild. Watch how these orphaned orangutans are

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