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.
