Langkawi is an archipelago of 104 islands lying in the north western coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is located at the meeting of Straits of Malacca and the waters of the Andaman Seas. This island is unique for the legends and myths associated with it thus it is also called ‘Pulau Lagenda’ (Legendary Island).
The largest island of these islands group is called Langkawi Island while the other islands in this group are Island of Pregnant Maiden (Pulau Dayang Bunting), Lion Island (Pulau Singa Besar) and Beras Basah Island. It is one of the best island with beautiful beaches, world-class infrastructure, mangroves rich in flora and fauna, ultra-cheap duty-free shopping and fascinating legends to be enjoyed and explored by the visitors.
A great place to start your tour in Langkawi is at Kuah town where the tourist information centre is located. Grab all the brochures and maps to assist you in your trip. The harbourside’s parklands near to the jetty includes the Dataran Lang and Lagenda Park, a landscaped square with a concrete statue of the Langkawi eagle and a 20-hectare park consists of the island’s legends in sculptural form.
There are many places to see, explore and visit in Langkawi such as Galeria Perdana, Laman Padi, Craft Cultural Village, Telaga Harbour Park, Langkawi Crystaal, Atma Alam Art Village and many more. You might want lead your way to Makam Mahsuri, the grave of the island’s legendary heroine. The most popular version about Mahsuri stated that she laid a curse on the island for seven generations. Luckily the period of the curse is over now and Langkawi becomes popular and famous from time to time until today. One more interesting attraction that you might want to visit is Padang Matsirat where the Beras Terbakar or “Field of Burnt Rice” is located. Based on the story, the the crop had been burned by local villagers to prevent invading Siamese troops from taking it.
The entire Langkawi island had been declared as a duty free zone thus all goods sold in this island are exempted from government tax and makes it a heaven for the shoppers.You need to stay in Langkawi for a minimum of 48 hours to take with you a reasonable amount of tax free goods from the island. As a duty-free port, the island of scenic and tranquil landscapes, Langkawi has become a favorite destination for local and international visitors from various parts of the world.
A great way to see attractions in Langkawi is by renting a car and drive from place to place based on your plan. Car hire is reasonably priced there and the island is linked by a network of roads together with signages. Besides exploring Langkawi island, you can explore the the neighboring islands where they have their own attractions – crystal-clear waters, snorkeling spots and eerie caves. The recommended islands are Pulau Dayang Bunting, the second largest island with a freshwater lake in the center, Pulau Singa Besar which famous for its wildlife sanctuary, and Pulau Payar, a designated marine park that houses corals and fishes.
Langkawi is accessible by ferry from either Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis. You might want a faster journey so take a domestic flight to the Langkawi airport.
Langkawi is indeed a place for vacation getaway for its beautiful scenery, great adventures and natural beauty.
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Langkawi is a very good place for spending vacations.You can see natural beauty there.Try and get into the beach near the Datai Resort. It’s nestled between the jungle and the beach and is absolutely gorgeous. Besides the beafhes, try exploring the jungles. You could always walk around the island or bicycle would work too.thanks a lot for sharing such an informative article with us.
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This Langkawi travel guide had a lot of information, but might I suggest on your next guide to include some pictures to bring the full effect of imagining the places to travel.
Langkawi, the name itself is very appealing. You would be probably amazed that is is situated in Malaysia. And if we were to visit the place, it seems so worth it because you don’t only enjoy the place but also learn about their culture.
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Never heard of Langkawi until now. Thank you for the information. I would love to hear more about this amazing place
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I don’t know much about Langkawi before this. Thank you for writing about it deeply.
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Langkawi is great. I stayed in Cenang for 5 days. There is a nice beach, and the restaurants are good. (If you want a steak, go to Debbie’s Place)
This place is wondreful. Maybe post some pics?
Langkawi and Malaysia as a whole are certainly on my list of places to go. After doing Thailand recently, I crave more Asia!
Langkawi is a good and beautiful island among Asia. And also great trip of you.
Langkawi seem to be a new place to visit. I can’t imagine how beautiful the place is. I am looking forward to seeing this place soon.
I love to go on holiday to places like the cool mountain air is cool, so the brain becomes fresh.
Any suggestions about how much money you should bring for a weeklong vacation? Is it cheap or expensive on Langkawi?
” Langkawi is indeed a place for vacation getaway for its beautiful scenery, great adventures and natural beauty.” I think this will encourage and entice people to visit the place. Indeed, Asia is a wonderful and bountiful continent.
First of all well done for the site, this is my first visit here and really appreciate all the information that’s shared here and for someone who enjoys traveling the world (like me) there’s nothing better that an informative site like this. I’ll surely be checking this site soon
My friends and I have long wanted to go to Langkawi (Hopefully we’ll go this year), we’ve done a ton of research on the place (That’s basically how I ended up here) and all I can say is the place is totally amazing! From what I’ve seen anyone who doesn’t at least think about going there is insane!
Have a good day and hope we speak soon
I’ve traveled Malaysia before and I’ve heard regarding Langkawi but never been there. You’ve provided me a great review regarding Langkawi. I will be going back to Malaysia and experience the wonderful things in Langkawi.
Can’t wait to book and get there. Thanks a lot!
Langkawi is not that very popular compared to Bali and Phuket but I can notice that it has a beauty in its own to be proud about. Gotta search for pictures!
Thanks for sharing. Its really very informative. In Langkawi, there are many nice places to visit.
I like this article, Thx
Great article! Only some pictures missing, so we have complete view
I have never heard of this archipelago but it sounds a fantastic travel destination. Everyone is always seeking the next undiscovered paradise, maybe this is it?
I have never seen fantastic designation before , I am getting very excited to being see such adventureous place.
it really good to go Langkawi.i feel very happy.
Thanks! This was really useful information. I have been looking for a place like that, and I had not heared about Langkawi before. My mother told me the roads that lead there are a little bumpy. Is that true? I really worldn’t like to drive there in my new car if the asphalt is cracked, so if it is i might have to ask my father or my brother to take me…
Langkawi is a picturesque archipelago consisting of more than 100 islands on the Andaman Sea. Thanks for this article. I have written post on how was the great barrier reef formed you might like it.
Langkawi Island is the largest of islands in the Langkawi archipelago.
Langkawi is a very good place for spending vacations.You can see natural beauty there.Try and get into the beach near the Datai Resort. It’s nestled between the jungle and the beach and is absolutely gorgeous.Thanks! This was really useful information. I have been looking for a place like that, and I had not heared about Langkawi before.
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Langkawi is a one of the awesome place for tourist attraction travel destination. which visited by thousands of traveler from all over word.
Really awesome place for tourist in the world thanks for sharing this.
Malaysia is such a nice place and here number of place for visiting.
Thanks for sharing with us.
Langkawi is the perfect destination for any type of tourist visitors….restaurants,and nature is the point of attaraction there.
Oh ya that’s so very true…I have been to this place and I really loved it. Many thanks for sharing this, it reminds me of my last visit