Breast cancer survivors conquer Kinabalu

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"WE did it". "We have done the impossible". "I have done it".
"My dream has become a reality".
These were some of the comments made by 25 breast cancer survivors and volunteers who, despite the overwhelming odds, made it to the summit of Mt Kinabalu in their maiden "Survivors' Climb Mt Kinabalu" expedition last Friday. Of the figure, five were male supporters of Kinabalu Pink Ribbon (KPR) led by Lucilla Pang, one of the climbers.
She said the team began their ascent on June 30 and reached the summit of Low's Peak the following day. According to her, the journey was tough but the survivors kept encouraging each other all the way to the top and down the majestic peak.
"We are very proud to have conquered the highest mountain in Southeast Asia, just as we have battled and overcome breast cancer, the No. 1 cancer afflicting women. It shows that there is life after breast cancer," she said.
Mount Kinabalu is located on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia and is the tallest peak in the Borneo’s Crocker Range. The mountain peaks at 4095m above sea level, which makes it the 20th tallest mountain in the world.
Do not be fooled into thinking that this mountain only attracts incredibly fit and experienced mountain climbers! There are plenty of activities in the area for those who do not wish to scale this vast mountain.
There are a number of trails around the park’s entrance that take you around the mountain’s surrounding greenery and wildlife. Be sure to get a guided tour though, this will optimise your experience as the guide will show you all the sights that you might overlook if you went alone.
For those of you who are interested in the history of Mount Kinabalu, be sure to visit the Park Museum. Although this museum is incredibly small, there are plenty of displays about the flora and fauna in Mt Kinaba as well as the other Parks in the surrounding area.
Due to the park’s tropical climate, there are plenty of interesting species of birds and wildlife in the area. So if you’re a budding birdwatcher, be sure to bring your binoculars as Mount Kinabalu’s wildlife will keep you occupied for hours!
So don’t let Kinabalu’s enormity scare you from visiting this area, there are plenty of things to see and do without climbing the mountain’s 4095m!

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