Sabah Islamic Civilisation Museum, Islamic heritage museum in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
The Sabah Islamic Civilisation Museum is a cultural institution in Kota Kinabalu that displays artifacts, manuscripts, and historical documents demonstrating Islam's influence throughout Sabah and Southeast Asia. The collections encompass various aspects of religious and artistic development across the region.
The institution was established in 1984 at its current location, moving from a previous shophouse address on Gaya Street. This relocation allowed for significant expansion and better presentation of the collections to the public.
The galleries display traditional garments worn during religious ceremonies and Islamic calligraphy woven into local artistic traditions. Visitors can observe how these elements remain present in the daily life of the region.
The museum opens daily and offers guided tours in multiple languages to help visitors navigate the galleries. An ethnobotanic garden on the grounds provides a pleasant complement to the indoor visit.
The museum houses Malaysia's largest exhibited whale skeleton, recognized in The Malaysia Book of Records. This striking remains is an unexpected highlight within the galleries.
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