A glimpse into Pitas: challenges and pathways to progress
Seeking a less-traveled destination after Kaamatan, the author and a friend chose Pitas, Sabah, over the crowded Kundasang. Despite its natural beauty, including rolling hills, mangrove ecosystems, and a scenic coastline, Pitas suffers from neglect and underdevelopment. The author visited three local attractions – Rosob Pitas Mangrove, Bay View Pitas, and Dataran Bengkoka – all found to be in disrepair. Pitas's poverty rate exceeds 25%, significantly higher than the national average, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure and investment to realize its tourism potential.
