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 Langkawi's
designated Duty Free Port status makes
shopping here quite fun and very popular. It
carries the largest selection. Enjoying duty
free status within Malaysia makes Langkawi a
great place to pick up some superb bargains
during your holiday, although it is neither
as cheap, nor is there as much variety as
you will find in Kuala Lumpur. There is a
large mall called Langkawi Fair, where you
can pick up the best bargains, and one of
the best places to go shopping for luxury
goods is the Langkawi Parade, where you can
browse the high-end boutiques. For souvenir
hunting, it's a good idea to wander through
the markets along the harbour front and pick
up locally produced handicrafts such as
Langkawi Craft Complex.
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Introduction Langkawi island |
The Langkawi archipelago is a cluster of 99 islands just off the coast of Kedah, close to Perlis and just south of Thailand.
Pulau Langkawi, noted for its legends and beautiful views, is the most developed in the group. It has good beaches, abundant marine life and offers an idyllic retreat from the urban jungle.
A duty-free port, this island of scenic, tranquil landscapes, has become a favorite destination for local and international visitors alike.
Langkawi is accessible by ferry from either Kuala Kedah (75 minutes) or Kuala Perlis (45 minutes).
Ferries usually leave on the hour from 7.00 am to 6.00 pm. Both ferry terminals offer ample parking facilities at just RM5 per day.
There are daily flights to Langkawi from Kuala Lumpur which land at Langkawi International Airport. The entire cluster of islands covers an area of 47,850 hectares and is separated from the mainland by the Straits of Malacca. Of the 99 islands in the group, only Pulau Tuba, Pulau Singa, Pulau Dayang Bunting, and Pulau Langkawi are inhabited.
Mainly a padi-growing and fishing region, Pulau Langkawi's residents have diversified into more commercial and tourism-related activities. The main commercial areas are in the towns of Kuah, Padang Maksirat 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 organized to Tasik Dayang Bunting, (Lake of the Pregnant Maiden), Gua Cerita (Cave of Stories) and the Gua Langsir. Labels: hotel langkawi, islands langkawi, langkawi, langkawi Beaches, langkawi car rental, pantai langkawi, pulau langkawi |
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Sightseeing: Kuah |
This is the main entry point for visitors arriving by sea to Langkawi. The quiet and unhurried pace of this charming resort island town provides a refreshing change for city folks.
Legend has it that two giants spilled a pot of gravy - "kuah" in Malay - on the spot where the town is presently located. Kuah has many duty-free shops and handicrafts centres.
Kuah has several good restaurants. The Malay and Indian fare is delicious and memorable, as well as seafood cooked Chinese-style. There are shuttle vans and taxis that take visitors from Kuah to the resort hotels spread around the rim of the island.
Where to Stay
There are several resort hotels in Kuah, Pantai Cenang, Pantai Kok, as well as plenty of mid-range and budget accommodation on Pulau Langkawi. The resorts range from small chalets to five-star luxury hotels. Package tours arranged through travel agents are available and offer a more economical way to enjoy Langkawi. Labels: langkawi, Sightseeing |
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