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Places To Visit In Labuan
Labuan War Cemetery
Located at the Jalan Tanjung Batu, about 10 mins away from the main town, Labuan World War II Memorial serves as a respectful remembrance of many unknown Australian, Indian, Malaysian and British soldiers that lost their lives defending the island against Japanese invasion. A calm, peaceful and well-maintained area with numerous graves, it also happens to be Malaysia’s largest war graveyard.
Labuan's Chimney
The Labuan Chimney was built in the early 1900s and is a remnant of the island’s coal mining era. The 32-metre-tall chimney is made from unplastered red bricks imported from Great Britain, and there also is a museum on site. The adjoining Chimney Museum showcases Labuan’s history of coal mining and also has exhibits on the chimney itself. The museum also houses over 600 exhibits excavated from around the site of the chimney. The Labuan Chimney is popular among photographers.
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Layang-Layang Beach
Situated towards Labaun’s northeast, the soft, white sands of Layang-Layangan Beach face the South China Sea. Though the waters are calm, seaweeds on the seabed make it unsuitable for diving or swimming. Instead, you can sunbathe on the clean beach, take banana boat rides, buy satay from beachside vendors, and enjoy unobstructed views of sunsets on the sea. There also is a jogging track right next to the beach, a Peace Park and a Surrender Point built by the Japanese to honour their soldiers. The beach is a 20-minute taxi ride away from the town of Labuan.
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Pancur Hitam Beach
As much a landscaped park as a beach, Pancur Hitam Beach is always packed, such is its popularity among both tourists and locals. On the beach is a recreational area where visitors can play games and sports like volleyball, as well as spots for camping and barbecuing. Local vendor shops sell coconut water and local delicacies like satays next to the beach. There also is a path leading from the beach to the highest point on the island of Labuan, Bukit Phon Batu. Hikers can enjoy beautiful views of the island of Labuan from the peak.
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Peace Park
The Peace Park is located on the western coast at the Layang Layangan beach, about 8km from the town of Labuan. Built as a World War II memorial in 1972, the park has a magnificent mound with an inscription about peace, surrounded by high arched walls. The park has immaculately maintained gardens and trees along with some lakes, ponds and bridges. The place offers some clean toilet amenities if required.
Pohon Batu
Pohon Batu Beach is a great place to escape from the hecticness of life in Labuan. On the beach is a sandy park with human-made obstacles to make for a challenging yet fun experience. Local fishermen also set up stalls right on the beach, selling their catches of the day. The beach is a relaxing place, sitting on which you can enjoy sunsets on the South China Sea.
Pulau Papan
A 5-minute boat ride from Labuan Jetty, the islet of Papan (Pulau Papan) is a great place to unwind, whether you’re out with friends or with family. The clear waters of the island make it an excellent spot for snorkelling and exploring the diverse reef life, while tourists often fly kites and build sandcastles on the sandy shores. Tropical evergreen forests cover most of the island, and hikers can try trekking through the lush green forests. There are numerous campsites across the islet, as well as a few chalets.
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Scuba Diving in Labuan Island
Labuan island has become a popular attraction for divers and snorkelers due to its crystal clear waters that provide great range and visibility along with some beautiful coral reefs, tropical fishes and an extensive marine life. The island widely boasts four diving hotspots that are Blue Water Wreck, American Wreck, Cement Wreck and Australian Wreck. On rent diving gear is available at any of the common places close to the diving areas.
Shopping on Labuan Island
Known for its duty-free shopping status, Labuan island has become a destination to shop for a variety of items especially alcohol, cigarettes and chocolates because of its high availability and inexpensive nature. Ujana Kewangan happens to be the only shopping mall on the island with a few supermarkets, fast food chains, retail shops and a departmental store.
Surrender Point
Located at the west coast of the Labuan island next to the Peace Park, the surrender point has a historical significance as the Japanese army completely surrendered themselves to the allied forces in 1945. It was constructed by the government to acknowledge the importance of World peace and to honour the lives lost in World War II.
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