Signal Observation Hill, Kota Kinabalu

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The highest point to observe the whole Kota Kinabalu City is not Mount Kinabalu of course. You cannot see the city from there. Too high! The place I would like to mention is Signal Observation Hill. It is located just 5 minutes away from Jesselton Point. 
The whole view of the city and nothing to be impressed about from the scenery
It is not a very tall hill. So the view you will be seeing is just almost the same level with the buildings around it.
In the near future, we can expect a nice cup of coffee beside the city view. That's a good enjoyment.
That's the whole view of the observation deck.
Not a place you MUST come but definitely you can spend your extra time here if you have. Otherwise, just stay in your hotel room because you can't see sunset here as all the buildings has already cover the view.
Location: Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

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