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Langkawi -- Jewel of the Andaman
Langkawi comprises a group of 99 tropical islands lying off the north-western coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Langkawi, noted for its legends and beautiful views, is the most developed among all. It has good beaches and abundant marine life, offering an idyllic retreat from the urban jungle. |
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Place of interest
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| Air Hangat Village |
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The Air Hangat Village, a two-hectare complex has an 18 m riverstone mural as a highlight and a three-tier hot spring fountain. It also contains a theatre restaurant. At scheduled times, there are demonstrations of cultural dances, traditional games, handicraft-making and activities like rice planting and milling.
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| Opening Hours: | 8:00 am - 10:00 pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Address: | 16 Jalan Air Hangat , Langkawi |
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| Craft Cultural Complex |
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Located on the northern coastline of Langkawi in the vicinity of Teluk Yu, about 30 minutes drive from the airport tor 45 minutes from Kuah town. Nestled on a hillside overlooking the sea, this magnificent complex offers a wide range of Malaysian handicraft such as delicate hand-drawn batik and intricately carved silverware.
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| Opening Hours: | 10:00am - :00pm (Mon–Sun) |
| Admission: | Free |
| Address: | Teluk Yu, Mukim Bohor, Langkawi |
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| Crocodile Farm |
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Located at Kubang Badak, some 32 km from Kuah, the farm has more than 1,000 crocodiles of various species. Here, one can witness and photograph crocodiles and alligators playing and feeding in a controlled environment that closely resembles their natural habitat.
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| Opening Hours: | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Admission: | RM7(Adult) / RM5(Child) |
| Address: | Jalan Datai, Mk.Ayer Hangat 07000 Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman |
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| Eagle Square (Dataran Lang) |
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It is Langkawi’s most prominent landmark for visitors arriving by sea. Situated near the Kuah Jetty, the main attraction of the square is the magnificent statue of the 18 m reddish brown marble eagle. In the same area is an amphitheatre, two covered terraces, two restaurants and various tableaus shaping the legends of the island.
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| Address: | Kuah Jetty Terminal, Langkawi |
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| Galeria Perdana |
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The Galeria Perdana at Kilim, about 10 km from Kuah, houses an impressive collection of over 2,500 state gifts and awards presented to the Prime Minister of Malaysia, YAB Dato?Seri Dr. Mahathir Mohamad and his wife. The exhibits include fine crystal ware and gifts of wood, leather, silver, copper, pewter, ceramics and glass. There are also musical instruments, Islamic art and craft, textiles and weapons. A part of the display includes cars and four-wheel drive vehicles.
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| Opening Hours: | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
| Admission: | RM3(Adult) / RM1(Child) |
| Address: | Kilim, Mukim Air Hangat, Langkawi |
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| Kuah |
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| It is located on the south-eastern tip of Langkawi as its main town. It is the take-off point to the neighbouring islands. Once a rustic town with a few streets, Kuah is now a thriving centre of modern hotels, cozy resorts and shopping-cum-business complexes, but without the over-crowding and bustle of modern cities. Kuah is a duty free shopping haven with a wide variety of goods sold at attractive prices which its restaurants offer excellent culinary delights, especially fresh seafood.
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| Laman Padi |
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It is Langkawi’s latest attraction and one that should not be missed for agro-tourism lovers. It is the showcase of the history, heritage and development of the nation’s rice-growing industry, exhibiting in form of charts, photographs and artifacts in the museum. The complex also houses a roof-top garden with fragrant padi plots and a rice farm where visitors can participate in padi planting activities.
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| Opening Hours: | 10:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Admission: | RM2 (Adult) / Free (below 12 years old) |
| Address: | Pantai Cenang, Mukim Kedawang, 07000 Langkawi |
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| Langkawi Book Village |
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Langkawi Book Village based on the International Book Village concept is the 19th book village and the only one in Malaysia. Located at the foot of Gunung Raya, it is a 10-minute drive from the airport or about 15 minutes away from the Kuah Jetty. The collection of books ranging from the literature to religion is arranged in six different exhibits, each with its own kampung style house.
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| Opening Hours: | 9:30am - 6:00pm |
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| Langkawi Cable Car |
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Station located within Oriental Village. A 360 degree compass platform for easy orientation. Enjoy the fascinating view of the Andaman Sea and Langkawi Island.
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| Opening Hours: | 10:00 am - 7:00 pm |
| Admission: | RM15 (Adult) / RM5 (Child) |
| Address: | Cable Car Station - Oriental Village, Burau Bay, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, West Malaysia |
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| Langkawi Crystal Factory |
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Located along Jalan Kisap, 5 km north of Kuah town and 20 km from the airport, Langkawi Crystal Factory offers an attractive and exquisite range of glass products. Visitors will find a wide choice of skillfully crafted crystal items to suit every occasion. There are also special collections for those who demand exclusiveness.
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| Opening Hours: | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm |
| Admission: | Free |
| Address: | Bukit Putih, Jalan Kisap 07000 Kuah, Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman |
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