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UNDERWATER
WORLD Langkawi, a marine showcase featuring both fresh
and salt water fishes and other forms of marine life, is a must-see
attraction. Located at Pantai Cenang, this aquarium features more
than 5,000 types of marine life, exhibited in more than 100 tanks
of different sizes. The highlight is a giant tank housing large
marine species. Open: 10.00a.m/6.00pm (Daily) Admission: RM18.00
(adult) RM10.00 (child). |
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PULAU
PAYAR MARINE PARK, 19 nautical miles south of Langkawi,
comprises the islands of Pulau Payar, Pulau Lembu, Pulau Segantang
and Pulau Kaca. Surrounded by coral reefs, this marine park teems
with a fascinating diversity of marine life and vegetation. Many
endangered species of fishes and marine organisms live within its
sheltered waters. Organised excursions are available. |
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MAKAM
MAHSURI is the shrine erected in honour of Mahsuri, a
fair maiden who was unjustly accused of adultery. According to legend,
she bled white blood at her execution as a sign of her innocence.
In her dying breath, she laid a curse on the island that it would
remain barren for seven generations.Open: 7.30a.m/6.00p.m. (Daily).
Admission: RM2.00 (adult) RM1.00 (child). |
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AIR
HANGAT VILLAGE is sited on four acres of land about 14
kilometres northwest of Kuah. This modern complex includes a 3-tier
hot spring fountain, an 18 metre long handcarved riverstone mural
depicting the legends that enshroud this location and souvenir shops.
Open: 9-00a.m. - 6.00p.m. (Daily). Admission: RM4.00 (adult), RM2.00
(child). |
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KAMPUNG
BUKU MALAYSIA in Langkawi is the first and only book
village in South-east Asia. Situated in a rainforest reserve at
the foot of Gunung Raya, the highest peak on the island, the Book
Village provides book lovers a tranquil setting to indulge in their
hobby. It is located at Lubuk SembilanOpen: 9.00a.m/6.00p.m. (Daily)
Admission: Free. |
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TASIK
DAYANG BUNTING (Lake of Pregnant Maiden), lies in an
island south of Langkawi and is the largest lake. The outline of
hills and rocky outcrops on one side of the lake resembles the shape
of a pregnant maiden lying on her back. However, the name of both
the island and the lake is attributed to the legend of a lovely
fairy princess who married an earthly prince. |
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LAMAN
PADI LANGKAWI along Pantai Cenang, a popular tourist
belt showcases the history, heritage and development of the nation's
rice growing industry. Visitors to this Complex can enjoy a bird's
eye view of the Fields from a roof-top garden. Open: 10.00a.m/6.00p.m.
(Daily) Admission: RM2.00 (adult), Free (child below 12 years) |
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BERAS
TERBAKAR (Burnt rice) Another of Langkawi's famous legends,
telling of the Siamese invasion on the island. Todate especially
after a rain shower, grains of 'charred' rice can still be found
on the grounds where the burnt, secret rice store was once located |
