Malaysia’s first world heritage site - The Kinabalu Park covers an area of 754 sq. km (291 sq. mi) with altitudes ranging from 600 metres up to the summit of Mount Kinabalu at 4,095.2 metres. Established as a state park in 1964, Kinabalu Park has probably one of the richest flora collections in the world. An easy 2-hour scenic drive from Kota Kinabalu makes Kinabalu Park a popular getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city where visitors can enjoy the cool invigorating air.