About Rumah Terbalik (Upside Down House)
Rumah Terbalik (Upside Down House) is a novelty tourist attraction located in Kampung Telibong, Tamparuli, within Tuaran District, Sabah, Malaysia. Built in 2012 as Malaysia's first upside-down house, it is an inverted traditional Sabahan kampung house where all furnishings and interiors are mounted upside down. Notable for its inclusion in the Malaysia Book of Records, it offers visitors a playful, photo-oriented experience showcasing local architectural style in an unusual inverted format.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a two-storey traditional Sabahan kampung house built completely upside down, with the roof on the ground and floor above. Inside, all rooms including living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom are inverted, with furniture, appliances and decor fixed to the ceiling. The attraction is designed for guided walk-throughs and photography, with staff assisting to take creative inverted photos. The exterior grounds include landscaped gardens, souvenir areas and photo spots.
Key highlights
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Malaysia's first upside-down house, listed in the Malaysia Book of Records
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Fully inverted traditional Sabahan kampung house with upside-down interiors
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Creative photography opportunities with guided photo assistance
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Authentic local architectural details and furnishings displayed inverted
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Family-friendly attraction with landscaped exterior and souvenir shop
History of Rumah Terbalik (Upside Down House)
Constructed in 2012, Rumah Terbalik was the first upside-down house built in Malaysia and was recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records. It was created as a tourism initiative to showcase traditional Sabahan kampung architecture in a novel format.
Culture & Context
The structure replicates a traditional Sabahan kampung house, showcasing local architectural style, interior layout and household items. It serves as a cultural showcase for visitors to appreciate Sabahan domestic heritage in an interactive, inverted presentation.
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