Photos: Markets in Kota Kinabalu
One thing which I really like about Asian countries is that there’s almost always an open-air market nearby, wherever you are. They could be selling food, household appliances, antiques, vegetables- whatever it is, you’re guaranteed an interesting experience.
Kota Kinabalu in Sabah has several markets. Among these are the main night market which is packed with food stalls, the so-called Filipino Market which sells souvenirs and jewellery and the various produce and fish markets in the city itself or further out.
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| Grilled fish at the KK night market. We ate this with steamed rice and a hot and sour sauce |
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| Never knew tomatoes could be so pretty. Also at the night market |
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| Giant doughnuts at the Donggongan Tamu, or market |
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| Fresh seaweed, usually eaten with rice |
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| Colourful bead necklaces for sale at the Donggongon Tamu |
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| That’s right, you’re seeing correctly- blue fish. They taste like normal fish, apparently |
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| And if you’re lucky, you may even get to hear some local music |
Why do I love Asian markets again? They’re great for people-watching, chatting with the locals and if it’s a food or produce market, everything is always fresh, cheap and tasty.
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Those grilled fish looks tempting, but the seaweed? hmm interesting to hear how it tasted like
I had another type of seaweed which looked a bit like a bunch of tiny green grapes, and it was actually quite tasty! Not salty or anything, but slightly crunchy. I had it with the fish (which came with chili and kuah/air asam), so it was nice. Are you hungry yet? 🙂
I love your photos!
che zuls: …especially the food ones 😀
Nice to read something about KK from the eyes of travellers..^^
Hi Norfaizah,
KK was great, I really enjoyed the few days I spent there! I need to go back soon 🙂