Check out from Four Point Sheraton Sandakan and immediately we went to Sim Sim. Heard about the their seafood and guess what? Way packed than you imagine.
- 7th Bridge -
We walk through 7th Bridge and the seafood restaurant we mentioned is located nearer to the 8th Bridge.
- Sim Sim Water Village -
I believe that there are still people staying in the houses and the view just inspiring. Very local type of Hong Kong scene.
Did I ever mentioned that Sandakan was also known as "Little Hong Kong"? The elder generation were came from Hong Kong back then, even the Cantonese dialect is well spoken until today.
- Sim Sim Seafood Restaurant -
We were there and waited for almost an hour with two glasses of hot beverages. About our breakfast, Gosh! We didn't even manage to have them despite of the time we are rushing for our flight soon.
Say bye to Century Egg Dumplings and Spring Noodle. :(
- Sim Sim Water Village -
Simply love Sabah. :) Good to know and exploring Sandakan lifestyle.
It is a must visit place if we happen to visit Sandakan. I saw a lot of beautiful photos about English Tea House whereby the surrounding just perfect for a perfect afternoon.
- The Arch -
Finally we were there and with the breezy air at the top, it was such a calm place to rest.
- The Outdoor Dining -
- Scone -
I love scones and always love the English tea session with friends and family. In fact, I love homemade food.
- The restaurant -
- The garden -
- The Garden -
We always thought that ETH is the same as Agnes Keith House, and it is not for your information.
Located opposite of ETH, we walked to AKH. Despite it was after 5pm and visiting hour was closed.
AKH is listed as one of the historical trail of Sandakan, very respectful person whom in the past and the design was localized with hint of English.
- Agnes Keith House -
Added one more tick to our must visit in Sandakan. ;)
An advise to all of us, Waze is a good application, it assist us to the destination!
St. Michael's and All Angels Church was listed as one of the historical trail to be visited when visitors came to Northen Borneo - Sandakan (Sandakan Historical Trail). It is one of the oldest building in Sandakan and non the less, it was the first concrete building back in those days.
" Designed by New Zealander Mr. B.W. Mountfort, the
building was first constructed with belian (ironwood) timber, followed
by brick and finally stone, which is said to have from the nearby Buli
Sim Sim, while the white stones that adorn the windows and doors are
from Hong Kong.
The Church avoided major damage duringWorld War IIin the 1940s and remains one of the very few stone buildings in the whole of Sabah. The beautifulstained glass windowsin the church were donated by Australians to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II. " - Sabah Tourism
- St Michael's & All Angels Church -
The main entrance.
Thought that the church would be located some where crowded and easily accessible by public. Yes, it is accessible by public, however public transport might be slightly hard to get nor going there.
- Peeking the interior -
We were unlucky that the church was closed and we only could peek from the window. I always admire the interior of old churches, it was amazingly beautiful with the colourful art on the windows.
- Stones -
It was stated with years to open the stones.
-The Bell -
- Monument -
In remembrance.
- The side door -
- The main entrance -
An interesting fact that we had during our visiting to the church. A grumpy old man at the church was scolding visitors and we were one of them too. We didn't know that it was wrong to park as the way we were that fine day.
As for us, how could we know that we suppose not to park to wrong side and as it was also the first time we were there. *shake head* He does grumpy.
Location :
main town.
Easily reacheable by using WAZE. We used a lot of WAZE when we were traveling, we won't get lost!
Good morning, Sandakan! It was our second breakfast after a light breakfast at Four Point Sandakan. And there we were stepping in to the Central Market of Sandakan. :)
Do you know that us from Kota Kinabalu are hardly seen having breakfast at our KK City market, only elder and foodies knew that we could find authentic taste of those days!
- Sandakan Central Market -
- Inside of the Central Market -
Vegetables market and meat market are located at the ground floor, while seafood wet market is located at the other end apart from the building where we went. First floor is local malay food and some groceries while second floor is CHINESE FOOD! Where there's Chinese, there's pork. It's just norms.
- Empty and Occupied Stall -
Guess some of the stalls has moved to a better spot at other places.
- The Original Homemade Kueh Teow with Deep-Fried Pork (Since 1940) -
The main purpose to visit Sandakan Central Market, deep fried pork in Sandakan is a must try! Indeed taste quite different in term of the taste and texture. I like to well marinated fried-pork. As for the noodle, we ordered the wrong one as homemade Kueh Teow is the highlight of them too. *tsk tsk*
- Deep Fried-Pork -
- Kon Lou Noodle with Deep Fried Pork -
Like what we sees here, something original to have here.
- A Walk at Town area -
It was still early and we went for a walk at the town area, very vintage look of buildings around town. And that's how Hong Kong looks like in the olden days.
Sandakan. It is recognised at small Hong Kong by us Sabahan. Fluent Cantonese by the locals there.
Out of random thought and invitation, I bought my flight to Sandakan two months before. It was a great experience of foodie hunting around Sandakan town and outskirt of Sandakan. More over, we had so much of food in one day since breakfast until after dawn with additional of few landmarks as well. This is how we spend our short getaway and short honeymoon.
And such, it was one of the "milestone" that we break our record of having nine (9) meals a day. During the ninth meal, I felt a bit dizzy and it should be the seafood Bak Kut Teh that I had earlier. Oh my... To be advised, not to have so many foods in a day! :D
From this trip, I have met a Sandakan blogger who found me via online months ago and just to let you know, he is an interesting yet generous person who I met! :) A little secret to share, I do have Sandakan readers too! I'm so flattered and able to meet them in person!
- View from Sheraton Sandakan -
Here goes with my first Sandakan exploration Part 1. It was sunset when we went to have a look at their infinity pool area. We got to see the city view sunset instead of sea view sunset as seen from Kota Kinabalu beach.
The best part of traveling is to stay in a good hotel after a whole day of exploration. Four Points by Sheraton would be our choice whereby it is located at the center of town and waking up to the magnificent view of Sandakan bay. :)
The scenery above is the view from 13th Floor, where The Eatery, the Infinity Pool located. It just WOW, the higher we go, we could see Sandakan town and the wide sea even clearer.
- The Room -
We stayed in 25th Floor and this is how our room looks like. :) For live view, do "PLAY" the video above! There's a short clip of what to expect from Sheraton Sandakan.
- The Room -
Spacious room and comfortable environment. We did went out for early walk as well, the safety is fine. However, we shall bear in mind that every where we must aware of the surrounding people. :) Army and police are in town doing their surveillance, so it is okay to walk around.
- The Pool area -
Four Points by Sheraton Sandakan has the best view of the town and island/ sea. To have a look, just "PLAY" the clip below. :) Facebook : Meitzeu.com
- The pool area at 13th Floor -
- Sandakan Town and White Sand Bay -
In fact, Sandakan town was great for nature and food. :) Somehow, I'm thinking of returning there in the future. To many eateries to explore and transportation is the key to every where!
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- #followmeto Sandakan : The Infinity Pool of Four Points Sheraton Sandakan -
- Four Points by Sheraton Sandakan -
- The other side of Sandakan Town -
Instead of 90 degree view from hotel room, we could view almost 180 degree view of Sandakan town. :) This is where we could see from the lift area of 25th Floor. :)
- The Eatery 宜客乐 -
Where we had our breakfast and dinner.
Breakfast is international theme while Dinner will be Seafood Steamboat Buffet/ Set.
- Steamboat Seat for two -
Huge portion of seafood in a plate, we had all the fresh seafood there and "Shabu Shabu" too!
- Sunday Steamboat -
Soup selection of two - Spicy ad Non Spicy.
- Breakfast by the Sea View -
The Eatery have the view of surrounding islands. It was calm and relaxing to be able to stay at Four Points Sheraton.
- The Bread and Pastries Corner -
- Children Corner -
- Group area -
It is very considered that the hotel having such area for children and groups of people, hash group or a family and friends gathering.
- Best Brew -
Serving liquor, coffee and light eateries too. Additional live band at night it's perfect holiday.
- Wrapped -
Coffee House which located at the main entrance of Four Points Sheraton Sandakan. I love the Coffee House with those pastries and light meals, especially the coffee treat of e-ping! (Espresso Ping in real words)
- E-Ping -
The Chicken Sharwarma should be a grab, an interesting taste created only by the hotel coffee house. Three different sauce dipped with the homemade wraps, it's amazing.
- The Couch -
Spacious couch area for guests. For waiting and coffee/tea session.
- View from 1st Floor -
It was an amazing stay with Four Points Sheraton and thank you. :) For them who opt for a road trip to Sandakan, it will not be a headache about parking issues, the hotel have the jokey service that totally safe and helpful.
