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Kundasang, Malaysia

Kundasang: The "New Zealand of the East"

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Kundasang: The "New Zealand of the East"

Kundasang is a small town located in Malaysian Borneo, about 6km from the Kinabalu National Park and inhabited mainly by the local Dusun and a population of Chinese residents.

Places of interest in Kundasang include the Kundasang War Memorial created to commemorate the fallen allied soldiers of WWII (mostly Australian and British) who died during the death marches of 1945. The memorial contains four interlocking but separate gardens connected by a reflection pool. Kundasang also has a beautiful, yet challenging, 18-hole golf course with steep slopes and ever present winds.

There are those that say Kundasang has areas that will make you feel like you are in New Zealand. The rolling hills, cool climate and large green fields with dairy cows grazing past will transport you a faraway land. You can even milk a cow if you like.

Reviewed By Kathleen Peddicord

Kathleen is the Live and Invest Overseas Founding Publisher. She has more than 30 years of hands-on experience traveling, living, and buying property around the world.

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The fertile soil and temperate climate of Kundasang make the perfect place to grow vegetables. People come from all over the region to source their vegetables, the vegetable market opens 7 days a week.

You can also follow your nose to the rose and strawberry garden which is a ten minute walk from the town car park,

Malaysia is one of the best places in the world for stargazing. And, Kundasang offers unique stargazing opportunities where guests can stay in yurts out in the open and experience a truly exceptional sight at night.

But, if you’ve ever wanted to take your picture with a giant statue of a head of cabbage…look no further. Also, there is another giant lettuce statue too…

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Monthly Budget For A Couple Living In Kundasang, Malaysia


Expense	Monthly Cost	Notes
Rent	RM 2,000	Unfurnished, two-bedroom modern apartment or house
Gas	RM 30	For cooking
Transportation	RM 200	For taxi rides
Electricity	RM 200	A/C and heating usage.
Water	HN/A/td>	Bundled with electricity
Telephone	RM 50
Internet	RM 60
Cable TV	RM 70
Groceries	RM 900	Basic items for couple.
Entertainment	RM 474	Social Outing> RM 15 per person;dinner and drinks for two: 30-120; drinks for two> 18
Total	RM 3984	US$928.67

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Reviewed By Kathleen Peddicord

Kathleen is the Live and Invest Overseas Founding Publisher. She has more than 30 years of hands-on experience traveling, living, and buying property around the world.

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Kundasang, Malaysia- FAQs

When Are The Best Months To Travel To Kundasang, Malaysia?

The best months to visit Kundasang is between April and October, during the dry season. The weather is usually stable and enjoyable, with clear skies, sunny days, and cool nights.