Kota Kinabalu, formerly known asJesselton,is the capital of the state ofSabah, Malaysia. It is also the capital of theWest Coast Divisionof Sabah. Located on the northwest coast ofBorneofacing theSouth China Sea, itis a growing resort destination due to its proximity to tropical islands, lush rainforests andMount Kinabalu.
Kota Kinabalu is often known asKKboth inMalaysiaand internationally. It is a major tourist destination and a popular gateway for travellers visiting Sabah and Borneo.Kinabalu Parkis located about 90kilometres from the city and there are many other tourist attractions in and around the city. Kota Kinabalu is also one of the major industrial and commercial centres ofEast Malaysia. These two factors combine to make Kota Kinabalu one of the fastest growing cities in Malaysia.