"This is a settlement of the Bajaus, the descendant of pirates who set foot on this land in the early 19th Century."
A settlement of the Bajaus who the descendant of pirates who set foot on this land in early 19th Century. At present, the Bajaus have become fishermen who reside at this water village, which is built above the surface of the water. The panorama of houses standing on stilts, connected by narrow wooden planks is a spectacular sight.
Last viewed - July 04, 2008
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Tuaran is 33km from Kota Kinabalu. There's a turn-off 2km before Tuaran that leads to Mengkabong Water Village.
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"Man, diz place is cool!!!! y'all better go 2 diz place if u want a place 4 holiday! " by tourist
"Mengkabong Villages is a nice village in Sabah. full of mangrove trees and open to South China Sea. Great landscape."
"It is a quaint yet picturesque village with smiling friendly kampung folks. But not exactly the luxury kind of tour. Perfect for those who wished to get in touch with their roots for those kampung b/grf ppl. Nevertheless, a nice destination. " by Lisa
"It is a quaint yet picturesque village with smiling friendly kampung folks. But not exactly the luxury kind of tour. Perfect for those who wished to get in touch with their roots for those kampung b/grf ppl. Nevertheless, a nice destination"
