Federal Territory of Malaysia
Region: East Malaysia (Borneo)
Labuan Travel Guide
Federal territory off the coast of Sabah, recognized as an offshore financial centre, duty-free island, and historical WW2 memorial site.
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About Labuan
Labuan is an island territory in East Malaysia offering duty-free shopping, tranquil sandy beaches, wreck diving, and moving historical memorials including the Labuan War Cemetery and the Peace Park.
Top Things to Do & Highlights in Labuan
- Labuan War Memorial (WWII Commonwealth Cemetery)
- The Chimney of Labuan & Historical Coal Museum
- Labuan Marine Park & Layang-Layangan Beach
Top Attractions in Labuan
Heritage & History
Labuan War Memorial (WWII Commonwealth Cemetery)
Immaculately manicured Commonwealth war cemetery honoring 3,908 fallen Allied servicemen from World War II.
Heritage & Landmark
The Chimney of Labuan & Historical Coal Museum
Mysterious 106-foot red-brick chimney built in the 1890s during British coal-mining era overlooking Tanjung Kubong.
Island & Beach
Labuan Marine Park & Layang-Layangan Beach
Secluded offshore marine sanctuary across Kuraman and Rusukan islands alongside sunset beaches and shipwrecks.