Kota Kinabalu: Stargazers gathered at Tegudon Tourism Village (TTV) in Kota Belud on Monday to witness the Perseid meteor shower, a celestial event that drew participants from across the region. 

Organised annually by Dark Sky Malaysia in collaboration with TTV, the event aimed not only to provide a unique stargazing experience but also to promote the importance of preserving the night sky.

Dark Sky Malaysia Founder Emma Zulaiha Zulkifli, 33, shared insights into the event’s purpose and activities that unfolded throughout the night. 

“Dark Sky Malaysia, as the organiser of the Perseids meteor shower observation event, ensures that visitors gain knowledge and experience of stargazing under an unpolluted night sky.