Places
Of Interest
TELAGA TUJUH
Located in the north-western
corner of Pulau Langkawi, Telaga Tujuh (Seven
Wells) is a geological marvel. The waterfall
is so named because its cascading waters is
broken by series of seven natural pools. The
lush green forest that surrounds the waterfall
adds a mystical touch to the natural splendour.
Legend has it that fairies used to come down
to the waterfall to bathe and frolic.
KAMPUNG BUKU MALAYSIA
Kampung Buku Malaysia is the first and only
book village in South-east Asia. It is part
of the International Book Villages and Book
Towns Movement. It is located just 10 minutes
from the Langkawi International Airport and
15 minutes from the Ferry Terminal. Situated
amidst a lush green frost at the foot of Gunung
Raya, the highest peak on the island, the book
village provides book lovers a tranquil setting
to indulge in their hobby.
TASIK DAYANG BUNTING
Nestled amidst lush forested hills on an island
south of Pulau Langkawi is Tasik Dayang Bunting
( Lake of The Pregnant Maiden ), the largest
lake in Langkawi. The outline of hills and and
rocky outcrops on one side of the lake resembles
the shape of pregnant maiden lying on her back.
DATARAN LANG
Dataran Lang is Langkawi's most prominent landmark
for visitors arriving by sea. According to local
folklore, Langkawi derived its name from and
eagle. Langkawi translated into English is reddish
brown eagle. The square is beautifully illuminated
at night and presents a dramatic scene as you
approach the island by sea.
TAMAN BUAYA LANGKAWI
Taman Buaya Langkawi ( Langkawi Crocodile Farm)
located at Kubang Badak, some 32 km from Kuah,
has more than 1000 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.
UNDERWATER WORLD LANGKAWI
The Underwater World Langkawi, a marine showcase
featuring both fresh and salt water fish and
other forms of marine life, is a must-see attraction.
Located at Pantai Cenang, a popular beach on
the island, this aquarium features more than
5,000 types of marine life, exhibited in more
than 100 tanks of different sizes. The highlight
is a giant tank housing large marine species
uch as sharks, stingrays, groupers and green
turtles, with a 15-metre tunnel for visitors
to walk through and enjoy a spectacular view
of the exhibits. Underwater gardens of weeds
and sea plants together with exotic fishes and
exhibits of fossils and shells add to the range
of interesting sights.
