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The Langkawi archipelago
is a cluster of 99 islands
just off the coast of
Kedah, close to Perlis
and just below Thailand.
Langkawi, noted for
its legends and beautiful
views is the most developed
in the group. It has
good beaches, abundant
marine life and basically
offers an idyllic retreat
from the urban jungle.
A duty-free port, this
island of scenic, tranquil
landscapes has become
a favourite destination
for local and international
visitors.
Langkawi is
accessible by ferry
from either Kuala Kedah
(60 minutes) or Kuala
Perlis (40 minutes).
Ferries usually leave
on the hour from 9.00am
to 6.00pm. Both ferry
terminals offer ample
parking facilities at
about RM5 per day. There
are daily flights to
Langkawi from Kuala
Lumpur which land at
Padang Matsirat airport.
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entire cluster of islands covers
an area of 47,850 hectares and is
separated from the mainland by the
Straits of Melaka. Of the 99 islands
in the group only Pulau Tuba, Pulau
Singa, Pulau Dayang Bunting, and
Pulau Langkawi are inhabited. Mainly
a padi-growing region and fishing
town, Pulau Langkawi’s residents
have diversified into more commercial
and tourism-related activities.
The main commercial areas are in
the towns of Kuah, Padang Matsirat
and Padang Lalang. The island of
Langkawi is steeped in legend and
there are some fascinating stories
connected to several tourist attractions.
Visit the Tomb of Mahsuri, the Field
of Burnt Rice, the Hot Springs and
the Beach of Black Sand. Boat tours
are organised to Tasik Dayang Bunting,
(Lake of the Pregnant Maiden), Gua
Cerita (Cave of Stories) and the
Gua Langsir.
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