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Tanjung Aru Beach: Sabah’s Golden Hour Paradise

#kotakinabaluguide Just 10 minutes from KK city center, this 2km crescent of powdery sand offers Borneo’s most legendary sunsets, where fiery skies melt into the South China Sea as local musicians strang ukuleles under casuarina trees. Why Locals Love It 🌅 Sunset Rituals– Join the nightly applause when the sun dips behind Tunku Abdul Rahman islands 🍹 Beachfront Chill – Sip Sabah tea at Lucy’s Corner or cocktails at Shangri-La’s Sunset Bar Visitor Tips 📍 Location: Jalan Mat Salleh, 88100 Kota Kinabalu (Grab cost: RM15 from city) ⏰ Best Time: 5-7PM for sunset, weekdays to avoid crowds #tanjungarubeach #kotakinabalu #sabahsunset
Posted: Jun 2, 2025
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