Sunday, 13 January, 2019 11:45:38 PM
Airports of Sabah and distance
from town center:
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Kota Kinabalu International Airport - 8.5km
2- Labuan Domestic Airport - 3.5km
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Lahad Datu Domestic Airport - 1km
4- Sandakan Domestic
Airport - 13km
5- Tawau Domestic Airport -
31km
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PLACES OF INTEREST IN LABUAN
Pancur Hitam Beach |
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Places of interest in
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International Offshore Financial Centre Labuan is Asia's premier International Offshore Financial Centre (IOFC). It is one of the few integrated offshore financial centres established in the vicinity of developing economies in Asia. The Island offers a full range of offshore financial services including offshore banking, Islamic banking, offshore insurance, trust business, investment holding, mutual funds, investment banking and management services.
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Labuan Museum
Labuan Museum displays the history and culture of Labuan. Its history covers pre-historic era of Labuan, Brunei Sultanate, British colonial days, World War II, Independence, declaration of Labuan as a federal territory up to the establishment of Labuan Corporation. While its cultural theme showcases various phases of socio-cultural and economic evolution in Labuan.
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Labuan International Sea Sports Complex Labuan International Sea sports complex is a world It covers an area of 5.91 acres. Its facilities include a sea sports center, souvenir shops, eateries and viewing tower. The Labuan marine museum is also located inside this sea sports complex. The museum showcases a large variety of marine fishes.
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Bird Park
Located near the Tanjung Kubong Tunnel. This Bird Park exhibits a large variety of tropical birds from around the region such as hornbills, kingfishers, sharmas, mynas, herons and maybe even ostriches and peacocks.
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Botanical Garden
Located behind the old airport is the Botanical Garden, which was formerly the site of the Government House, locally known as "Bumbung 12". It is a recreational park with old trees and beautiful landscaping.
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Marine Park
The three islands of Rusukan Kecil, Rusukan Besar and Kuraman make up this Park. Its white sandy beaches are perfect for picnic and sun bathing. As it is close to the wreck-dive sites, many divers use it as their base. Rusukan Besar is densely forested. It is ideal for picnic, swimming and snorkeling. Rusukan Kecil in its uncoil state is suitable for camping. An atoll in the middle of the marine park has many snakes sheltering there.
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 Mee Hun Soup 煮米粉 Labuan Rm6.00 |
 
Labuan International Ferry Terminal
To ensure that Labuan continued to be accessible, Malaysian
Government subsidies for passenger ferries at a cost of RM15mil a
year. This ALL NEW Labuan International Ferry Terminal started service in January 2006. Located just beside the old location with large car park area, all new building, jetty and other top-class facilities. This world-class terminal offer All ferry
services between Labuan and following terminals: Passengers from Labuan to Sabah use the car ferry to take advantage of the lower fare of only RM5.00 and upon arrival at Menumbuk, take a bus to anywhere you want to go. Nevermind the slower ride as the amount of saving is substantial.
You can also drive a car to Labuan from Sabah over the sea via a ferry from Menumbuk.
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| RENT-A-CAR Chanan Tour & Travel Sdn. Bhd. Counter at arrival hall at Labuan Airport. 016-8029387
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YouTube Video : Labuan Island |
 Accommodation in Labuan Island
Hotel Labuan was the top hotel in Labuan 20 years ago. Due to some reasons Hotel Labuan was closed in 1998. Hotel Labuan eyesore which everyone has to put up with on a daily basis. Once an iconic building, it is a source of embarrssment and a daily reminder of the way things are in Labuan.
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 Jalan Okk Awang Besar Wisma Oceanic G/F - 3/F Public Library Kwong Fook Kung Temple 納閩 廣福宮 Labuan Island |
 中光公司, 納閩 CHUNG KWONG BUILDING Jln Okk Awang Besar, 87000 Labuan Chung Kwong Building, 139 - 140 Jalan Okk Awang Besar 黃植濂，1934年出生於香港，14歲時移居山打根。 1961年攜帶3000令吉到納閩打天下，自創中光公司，從事與菲律賓的物物交換貿易而發跡，並在此成家立業。 1971年涉及木材業；1980年起，業務多元化，包括種植、地產、建築及船運業，成為一方名士。 2008年1月5日逝世，終年77歲。 |
Jalan Merdeka Grand Dorsett Labuan former Hotel Labuan 10 storey abandoned in 1990s Hotel Labuan (abandoned) |
 Jalan Merdeka Jalan Bunga Tanjung Surau Nurul Islam Bandar Labuan Wisma Oceanic G/F - 3/F Public Library |
 Jalan Bunga Tanjung Utama Jaya Shopping Center |
 Utama Jaya Shopping Center Jalan Kemajuan , Jalan Ujong Pasir, Labuan New Central Market 400meters
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Jalan Okk Awang Besar
U0121, Jalan Okk Awang Besar
The Chillout Cafe |
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Central Market Bus Terminal The new Labuan Central Market was completed in 2014 to replace the old public market. This new market started operation in October 15, 2014 with
rental rates at RM400.00 a month per outlet. The island's new landmark cost RM33.5 million. The three-storey air-conditioned new market house about 500 venders including those in the bazaar area and in the food court which is located on the third floor. The rental rates are between RM30 and RM400 for the bazaar and food court areas. The rental rate for a side-stall in a coffee shop is about RM1,200 to RM1,500, Market stalls is RM400. Those at the open market selling vegetables, fruits, fish, etc, it is only RM30. The upper two floors are air-conditioned. The new market's original cost was RM24.88 million but after it was declared a "sick" project in 2009 and the contractor surrendering it, the project was re-tendered for RM33.5 million.
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Labuan Times Square Jalan Merdeka To Finencial Park 200 meters |
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| In early 2010, the long abandoned 10 storey Hotel Labuan which comprises 150 rooms along Jalan Merdeka was reported sold to the Government for RM38 million. The sum of RM38 million had been agreed upon as goodwill and amicable settlement to the hotel owners in 2007. |
| • Wisma Oceanic Previously known as Wisma Oceanic, an 11-storey office building located in the heart of the town centre was purchased by Labuan Corporation in 2007 at a price of RM15 million. The building has since undergone refurbishment and renovation works. We understand that it would later house some of the many government offices on the island. Renovations started in early 2009. So far only the ground to 3rd floors of the building has been occupied by the Labuan Public Library. |
| • Lazenda Central Costing RM100 million on 3 acre site developed by the Lazenda Group, the project comprises a 4 star, 16 storey 200 rooms hotel complete with basement car parking; 25 units of 3 storey shopoffices (RM1.38 million to RM1.65 million), a 9-storey shopping mall and offices. The project is about 60% completed. The commercial portion is reportedly fully sold. Its completion is expected to be in 2011. |
| The Chillout Cafe, Labuan Times Square
• Labuan Times Square |
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| From town centre and return to town
= 40 km FROM LABUAN TOWN CENTER (Ferry
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| Clean Labuan |
| Car Ferry between Labuan and Menumbok (Sabah) There are three car-ferries: 1- FERRY WAWASAN PERDANA |
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 An'Nur Jamek Mosque Surau Nurul Islam Bandar Labuan
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Alcohol in Labuan is cheaper than
anywhere else in Malaysia. This is because Labuan is a
duty-free island, so tax is not charged on alcohol.
This island is an heaven for many youngsters who come for just
all-you-can-drink trip.
".......still in secondary school, and we come here for the cheap beer and bar girls."
http://wilsonchin.blogspot.my/2013/02/from-limbang-to-labuan-by-boat-post-1.html
They came from Sabah, Sarawak and as far as West Malaysia. Public opinion that Labuan is an Island of cheap beer
and bar girls, the authority should improve the public image of
Labuan Island.
The whole island of Labuan is a duty
free area but the only discernible items with a price difference are
cigarettes, liquor, chocolate and motorcars. You will have to pay tax
if these items are to be brought out of Labuan.
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 Layang-layangan Beach On the western side of the island, there is a beautiful beach at Kg Layang-Layangan, where the food-stalls are famous for satay. |
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2015-04-26 SUN 17:53
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Area: 95 sq. km.
Land use: 56% developed.
Population (2000): The population of Labuan is 76,067
comprising 40,837 males and 35,230 females.
Religion: Islam is the official religion of Malaysia. Freedom
of worship is guaranteed. Places of worship for Muslims,
Hindus, Christians and Buddhists are available.
Language: Bahasa Malaysia is the national language,
however English, a variety of Chinese dialects and Tamil
are widely spoken. Telecommunication: Two ground satellite connecting 217 countries, International toll free service to Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, United Kingdom. USA and China. Fiber optic cable network with 32,000 lines capacity and only 13,474 subscribers. Education: The island has 41 preschools, 46 kindergartens, 17 primary schools, 11 religious schools (primary), 9 secondary schools, 1 technical training institute, 1 matriculation college, 1 university, 1 International school and 1 International college. Healthcare: 1 hospital with 109 beds; 11 rural clinics, 12 private clinics and 4 dental clinics. Hotel Rooms: 1,126 rooms. Labuan, the Garden Island of Borneo is one of Asia's best kept secrets. It is a place where the old and the new complement each other, where traditional ways and hi-tech methods co-exist, where people of diverse cultures live in perfect harmony. Surrounding coral reefs provide a glimpse into the fascinating and delicate marine eco-system. Secluded beaches on nearby islands offer quiet solitude. Four shipwrecks promise the thrill of danger for expert divers. The island's rich history is reflected in its unique customs, monuments and memorial parks. From resorts and five star hotels to broadband telecommunications, Labuan is well equipped to host corporate meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions. Its success as a progressive International Offshore Financial Center in Asia further boosts the island's appeal among the world's rich and famous. As a duty free island, Labuan enjoys many special privileges and facilities. Besides great bargain shopping, the island offers plenty of business and investment opportunities. Raw materials and components used in manufacturing can be brought in and exported free of duty and taxes. The easing of custom control allows many profitable entreport activities to be conducted freely in Labuan. Oil and gas is the main economic activity on the island. Other fast growing sectors include banking and finance, tourism and education.
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| Water Village
(Kampung Air)
There are two main water villages namely Kampung Bebuloh and Kampung Patau-Patau. The residents are mainly Brunei Malay. The wooden houses are built on stilts over water and are connected to each other by numerous wooden walkways. Almost every house has its own boat.
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The Chimney Labuan Island This 106 feet high structure built in 1800's is Labuan's most well-known landmark. It was built in the 1800's. The actual purpose of the chimney is still a mystery but many believe it served as a ventilation shaft. Recent archaeological study found no traces of smoke to suggest its use as a chimney. |
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Above : New bridge plan designed by Innotech Design Architect Sdn Bhd . New bridge linking Labuan at Tanjung Aru with the mainland of Sabah at Menumbok.
LABUAN: Sabah-Labuan Bridge almost ready to be built |
City Map of Labuan
| Profile of Labuan
Labuan is a place where the old and the new complement each other, where traditional ways and hi-tech methods co-exist. Surrounding coral reefs provide a glimpse into the fascinating and delicate marine eco-system. Secluded beaches on nearby islands offer quiet solitude. Four shipwrecks promise the thrill of danger for expert divers. The island's rich history is
reflected in its unique customs, monuments and memorial parks. It's success as a progressive International Offshore Financial Center in Asia further boosted the island's appeal among the world's rich and famous. As a duty free island, Labuan enjoys special privileges and facilities. Besides great bargain shopping, the island offers plenty of business and investment opportunities. Raw materials and components used in manufacturing can be brought in and exported free of duty and taxes.
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| Jesselton Point is the main public
ferry terminal to Labuan.
Kota Kinabalu to Labuan - 3 hours by ferry. Labuan to Brunei - 1 hour by ferry. The average capacity of a ferry is 200 seats (60 seats for First Class and 140 seats for Economy Class.) From KK To Labuan First Class :
RM44.60 Economy Class : RM39.60 |
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Pulau Papan
Pulau Labuan
Pulau Burong
Pulau Kuraman
Pulau Rusukan Kecil
Pulau Rusukan Besar
| Attraction around Labuan F.T Birds Park Botanical Garden Japanese Surrender Point Labuan International Sea Sports Complex |
| Without stopping for sigh seeing, you can drive around the island within an hour.
Labuan Island is located 115km south of Kota Kinabalu and 8km off the mainland of Sabah at the northern mouth of Brunei. Its deep harbor and duty-free port attract shipping from all over the world and in 1990, Labuan was declared the International Offshore Financial Centre of Malaysia. Its history, which has always been intimately entwined with maritime traffic, began over three centuries ago with the first commercial transactions between Chinese junk owners and the Sultan of Brunei. Since then, Britain and other countries have used Labuan as a trading and fuel station and then during World War II, Labuan was the scene of bitter conflicts between the Japanese and Allied Air and Naval forces. Although three islands, Pulau Kumaran, Pulau Rusukan Kecil and Pulau Rusukan Besar are designated as Marine Parks, the special underwater attractions of Labuan are its shipwrecks. Four well researched and regularly dived wrecks to the southwest make this area 'the wreck diving centre' of Malaysia. Two of the wrecks are from World War II, the US Navy mine-hunter, USS Salute known as the "American Wreck" and the Dutch vessel SS De Klerk known as the "Australian Wreck", which was thought to have been sunk by the Royal Australian Air Force. The other two wrecks were sunk in the 1980's, the Philippine stern trawler MV Mabini Padre, locally called the "Blue Water Wreck" and the Tung Hwang, a Japanese freighter locally known as the "Cement Wreck". All four ships lie in 30m-35m of water, with the top portions between 8m-12m. The water visibility varies greatly season to season from 6m-20m. The type of diving on these wrecks ranges from novice to experienced wreck diving with penetrations possible into the hulls. Diving the wrecks can be arranged through Borneo Divers who have a PADI 5 star Dive centre located at Labuan. Here they run PADI courses from Discover Scuba to Dive master, also catering for TDI Nitrox and Advanced Wreck Diving courses. |
| Wreck Diving The four wrecks - Australian wreck, American wreck, Blue water wreck and Cement wreck, all lie within 34 km from Labuan. The Australian wreck, lies southwest of Pulau Rusukan Besar offers the best hull penetration for experienced divers. The American wreck, formerly the USS Salute, a US Navy minesweeper went down in 1945, lies just 1.4 km from the Australian wreck. The Blue water wreck has the best visibility of all the wrecks. The Cement wreck sits on the sea bed in an upright position. It is dubbed the most colorful and photogenic wreck of Labuan. |
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