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  • feynman
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The crowds are huge, but like any street market, the only downside is that you can’t find parking if you’re driving. The traffic around the market is also pretty bad.
    Written April 13, 2024
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  • tonimcallen
    Fremantle, Australia
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a huge shopping mall with a large range of different stores. The centre is clean an presents as aesthetically pleasing. On the lower ground floor there is a market like series of stalls which were fun to look through. Otherwise, there is a range of stores providing lower priced goods through to high end labels.
    Written April 9, 2024
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  • outlaws_2000
    Limassol City, Cyprus
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We tried some street food, the grilled options and it was great and safe to eat.
    Well worth visiting the market if you want to get a good view, feel and smell of a typical night food market of the region.
    Written August 25, 2024
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  • Soko37
    Budapest, Hungary
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were strolling 🚶 around downtown passing this market. Fruits 🍇, veggies, nuts 🥜 dry snacks all kinds. I was not aware that this is the market advised as KK attraction. Nothing special for us as we are used this markets for years but for westerners could be something new
    Written February 10, 2024
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  • tonimcallen
    Fremantle, Australia
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a huge shopping mall with a good range of stores. It is clean and presents aesthetically and all staff we encountered were friendly and helpful. There is a good range of fast food, cafes and restaurants so plenty of eating options.
    Written April 9, 2024
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  • 4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I am an Australian with a Sabahan wife. I have been o many malls around the world. We always go to Centrepoint mall when we visit Papar. I find the mall fine, good food, shops etc. a nice recommended place for tourist to connect more with local people and culture.
    Written May 29, 2024
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  • Soko37
    Budapest, Hungary
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice sunny day, hot weather and first full day in the city. Part of water front is under reconstruction closer to golf course. Nice view to see, islands and fishing boats. Waterfront has got many places to dine or enjoy the drinks 🥤
    Written February 9, 2024
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  • Hilary F
    Uckfield, UK
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a really enjoyable visit to this beautiful gallery. It's easy to get out here by Grab taxi and if you have a car there is parking. The building itself is amazing and the displays interesting.
    The only disappointment was in the shop where there was a very limited amount of craft for sale and they do not accept card payments - really?? Apparently you can pay by bank transfer but we trieds this with both a Wise and a Revolut card but no joy. I think that the gallery needs to buck up its ideas especially as there is such limited craft available in Sabah. They are missing a trick.
    The lovely Ronsie was very helpful.
    Written November 8, 2022
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  • Jaime K
    Brisbane, Australia
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you are wanting to purchase low grade and poor quality souvenirs, this is the place to go. All the stalls have the same thing, and are rather cheap quality. Definitely not handicraft, but if you want to pick up some touristy trinkets this is the place to go.
    Written March 24, 2019
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  • Cheeps21
    Singapore, Singapore
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    As a cooking enthusiast, I always loved to check out the local markets of places I visit, even more so the wholesale market. This is the source of all the cuisine in KK.

    We went in the late afternoon when most of the stalls are closed but we still managed to check out a few stalls selling vegetable, herbs and spices. The highlight will be the fishery whole sale center where lobsters, octopus, fishes & clams are on sale with egrets awaiting for a treat. We also spotted a buyer from Welcome seafood choosing the seafood product for their restaurant.
    Written June 16, 2022
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  • cparry29
    Brisbane, Australia
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Some reasonable shops but lot's are closed. Looks a little tired and needs updating.

    Is a little out of the way unless you are staying at the hotels adjoining the mall.
    Written December 9, 2018
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  • 4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We took a grab car to the Borneo Trading Post to buy some souvenirs - it had a good range of items and we spent quite a while browsing before buying.
    Written November 5, 2018
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  • merc8989
    kuala lumpur
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Was fooled by the "duty free" statement and were disappointed when informed that it only apply to certain cosmetic products.
    Very limited outlets and the wine shop products are not duty free although it does have decent collection of wine, whiskies and cigars.
    Fortunately, Suria mall was next door and there were no reasons to stay longer.
    Waste of time.
    Written April 3, 2024
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  • Stvinz
    Singapore, Singapore
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    small farm, nice scenery. Try their gelato. Personally love their yogurt and chocolate favors. Need to pay RM5/person, reasonable, you can take lots of photo here.
    Written January 6, 2020
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  • wootaekwon
    Hong Kong, China
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A short walk from Suria Sabah, we went in and discovered there were many tour companies on the first floor! Great place to find and compare tours in Sabah!
    Written December 30, 2019
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