Exploring Malaysia By State Langkawi
Famed for its intriguing legends and myths, the islands of Langkawi teem with tales of princesses, ogres, gigantic birds, heroic warriors, epic ancient battles, love and romance. The duty-free paradise of Langkawi offers everything from pristine white sandy beaches, exotic marine life, majestic views of mist-covered mountains, grand waterfalls, lush ancient rainforests, quaint villages down to magnificent golf courses. Can you envisage a better destination for a truly magical holiday !!!
Langkawi’s name is believed to have originated from the abundance of eagles on the island and the geological wonder of its landscape. In Kuah, the capital of Langkawi, you can see a huge eagle monument in Eagle Square commemorating the origins of its name.
Langkawi Geopark Langkawi is the world's 52nd Geopark and the first in Southeast Asia and Malaysia, following its listing in the UNESCO Global Network of Geoparks on June 1 2007. It is unique in that it comprises all the 99 islands which make up the Langkawi Archipelago. The Langkawi Geopark encompasses 6 geological formations and 90 prominent geological sites out of the 438 sites identified in Ma...
Beaches Pantai Cenang Pantai Cenang, is one of the the liveliest beaches on this island paradise, a perfect spot to escape and have fun in the sun. Visitors can choose to swim, jet ski, water ski, wind surf or go catamaran sailing and boating.
Tanjung Rhu
Tanjung Rhu offers another magnificent beach for sun, sea and sand lovers with a scenic and unspoiled enclave nestled in the shade of swaying...
With over 99 islands to choose from you have a lot to enjoy in Langakawi. Island hopping is a popular sport here. One interesting way to explore the islands, besides hopping onto a boat, is by kayak. You can rent one and take your time rowing around the islands.
Langkawi Cable Car The cable car ride takes visitors on a 20 minutes ride from the Base Station at Oriental Village to the Peak Station on top of the mountain. Mount Machincang. It grants a spectacular view of the surrounding islands, the hillside flora, several waterfalls and an occasional glimpse of the wildlife and birds. On clear days, you can even see parts of Thailand, and Kedah mainland.
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Culinary Delights The local cuisine in Langkawi is a combination of regional and western, but the mixture of Thai and Malay flavours is the most distinct.
Kuah boasts many interesting restaurants while a growing diversity of cuisines can be found along Pantai Tengah, Padang Matsirat and of course Pantai Cenang and just about anywhere else in Langkawi. Great local food can be found resorts, restau...
