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Pulau
Langkawi
Lying between the Straits of Melaka and Andaman Sea near the
border with Thailand, Pulau Langkawi is the biggest of 99
islands off the northwestern coast of Kedah. The island's
breathtaking beauty - pristine beaches, crystal clear sea
water, a mesmerising sunset and above all, the bewitching
legends that have given the island its magical lure - has
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Pulau
Payar
South of Pulau Langkawi, the scenic island of Pulau Payar
is a must-go for snorkelling buffs. The island, as well as
the adjacent Pulau Segantang, Pulau Kaca and Pulau Lembu have
been gazetted a marine park since 1985. |
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Air
Hangat Village
Located about 14km northwest of Kuah, the 4-acre Air Hangat (Hot Spring) Village is a modern complex comprising a 3-tier hot spring fountain and an 18-metre handcarved riverstone mural. Visitors can witness the making of local handicrafts and cultural performances there. |
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Craft
Cultural Complex
Located on the north coast of Langkawi about 45 minutes from Kuah, the magnificent Craft Cultural Complex showcases a wide range of Malaysian handicraft such as batik and silverware. |
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Dataran
Lang
Dataran Lang (Eagle Square) is strategically located next
to the Kuah jetty and is a prominent landmark for visitors
arriving by sea.
The
square features a magnificent statue of a reddish brown
eagle, besides scenic ponds, bridges and covered terraces.
It was
said that Langkawi derived its name from 'helang', the Malay
word for eagle, and 'kawi' which means reddish brown colour.
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Galeri
Perdana
About 11km from Kuah, the beautifully landscaped double-storey Galeria Perdana houses an impressive collection of over 2,500 state gifts and awards presented to the Malaysian Prime Minister and his wife, including fine crystal ware, musical instruments, weapons and gifts fashioned out of wood, leather, silver, etc. |
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Gua
Cherita
A short journey by boat from Tanjung Rhu, Gua Cherita (Cave of Legends) is steeped in legends as the name suggests. Ancient writing which has yet to be deciphered can be seen on the walls of the cave. |
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Kampung
Buku Malaysia
The first and only book village in Southeast Asia, Kampung Buku Malaysia offers book lovers a tranquil setting to indulge in their hobby. The various houses in the village are stocked with a great variety of new books on numerous topics and languages, as well as second hand, rare and antiquarian books. |
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Laman
Padi Langkawi
Located at Cenang, Laman Padi Langkawi is the latest attraction
not to be missed by agrotourism lovers.
The
complex showcases the history, heritage and development
of the nation's rice growing industry. There is also a restaurant
offering popular traditional Malay food using rice as the
main ingredient.
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Langkawi
Crystaal
Langkawi Crystaal offers an attractive and exquisite range of skilfully
crafted glass and crystal ware. Visitors will also be able to witness
how the craftsmen blow the glass here. |
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Langkawi
Yatch Club
The Langkawi Yacht Club near Kuah jetty comprises a beautiful
clubhouse and a marina with 51 berths that can accommodate
a variety of vessels.
The
club also offers other facilities such as a waterfront swimming
pool, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving,etc.
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Under
Water Langkawi
The Underwater World Langkawi at Pantai Cenang showcases a
rich variety of fresh and salt water fish as well as other
forms of marine life.
Visitors
can walk through a 15-metre glass tunnel and enjoy a spectacular
view of the marine exhibits.
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