Sabah, Malaysia · Asia
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Tenom is a town located in Sabah, Malaysia. With a population of 5,148, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Tenom sits in Malaysia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kuching time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Tenom to your route.
Tenom (Malay: Pekan Tenom, Malay pronunciation: [te.nom]) is the capital of the Tenom District in the Interior Division of Sabah, Malaysia. It is located about 176 kilometres south of Kota Kinabalu and 128 kilometres north of Long Pasia, which is one of the famous attractions in Sabah. Tenom is also famous for itsRead more
Tenom Coffee, which is a landmark of the town. Its population was estimated to be around 48,026 in 2020. In the early days of British colonial rule in Malaysia, the town was called Fort Birch. The town is considered the unofficial capital of the Murut community, whose most important festival, the annual Pesta Kalimaran (Kalimaran Festival), is held in the town. It is also the main gateway to other areas within the Murut heartland and the minority of Lundayeh.
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Tenom is located in Sabah, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.1192 latitude, 115.9372 longitude.
Tenom has a population of approximately 5,148 people, making it a town in Malaysia.
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