KEDAH

PULAU LANGKAWI

Langkawi is one of the districts in the state of Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia . The island was granted duty free status in 1987. Today, the island, rich in natural beauty and legends of the past, has emerged as one of the most popular tourist destinations in Malaysia.

Due to the size of the island, Langkawi’s best attractions are best explored by rented vehicle. There are a few sights that you definitely need to check out before leaving this island, so check out our comprehensive list of the most popular Langkawi attractions. There a few places that we must go before leaving langkawi

MERDEKA CLOCK TOWER

Merdeka Clock Tower (GPS: 5.36615, 100.55292) is the landmark clock tower in the heart of Kulim, Kedah. It was erected to commemorate the independence of Malaya. The clock tower stands at the corner of Kulim Main Road and Jalan Tunku Laksamana. It has the words Merdeka 1957 on each of its four sides. Ground breaking for the Merdeka Clock Tower was officiated by the late Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra, who was then the Chief Minister of the Federated States of Malaya, on 14 June, 1957. The list of donors is headed by local philanthropist Lim Lean Teng, who was also the main donor for the construction of the Sungai Petani Clock Tower.

PANTAI TANJUNG RHU

Tanjung Rhu is a promontory and partly a sloping and beautiful beach in the northeast of the island of Langkawi , Kedah , Malaysia . Tanjung Rhu offers beautiful and attractive tour packages for those who like to relax by the beach. Tourist boats are also available for those who want to enjoy the beauty of God's creation along the Kilim River - Kilim Natural Geopark. Here there is a beach fishing jetty with panoramic views of colorful fishing boats moored daily. These fishing boats are not big, just as big as speed boats. Most have been converted into tourist boats. There is also a floating restaurant for those interested in dining while breathing in the breeze of language. Fresh fish reared in fish cages. Fishing activities are also available. Tanjung Rhu is exposed to tidal and low tide phenomena. Therefore, at high tide, the base of a submerged mangrove tree will be visible. On the other hand, during the low tide, these trees are visible up to their well-planned roots.