Langkawi Overview

The intertwined mysteries, the culture, the crystal clear waters of the islands shored by sandy beaches webs a perfect ambience that makes Langkawi a memorable tourist destination. If you are desperately craving for a respite from the ever confusing crowd, Langkawi is an unmatchable destination.

History of Langkawi
The last surviving place of the ancient kingdom of Lankasuka is Langkawi which according to a Chinese records dates back to 500AD. As known from the Liang Dynasty records the kingdom came to existence when the Hindu King Bagatta paid his tribute to the Chinese ruler who ruled at that time. But Langkawi is more famous among the tourists as a land that baths in legends and folktales. The most famous of all is the one that involves Mahsuri who had to face death in 1355 due to false charges of adultery. The land was shortly attacked by Thais who looted and plundered the land, thereby destroying all settlements. The

Geography of Langkawi
Located just below the territorial waters of Thailand, is the majestic island of Langkawi, an archipelago of 99 islands. Situated on the north -western part of Peninsular Malaysia, Langkawi is 30 kilometers from Kuala Perils. The islands are blessed with amazing limestone structures that stirs one's imagination. Though there are 99 islands the number soars to 104 at the time of high tides of which most are uninhabited.

Langkawi population
Langkawi is expecting a major population influx in the days ahead. With a population around 45000 as estimated in 1990 the population is expected to escalate to some 60,000. Though it is a multi- racial society, the three main races are the Malays who are Muslims, Chinese who are Buddhist and Indians who are Hindus.

Langkawi weather
Langkawi enjoys an equatorial type of climate that is characterized by two distinct seasons. Summers are from November to March while the wet season prevails in the month of April.

Langkawi Accommodation
Travelers can find a number of accommodation options in Langkawi. The place with it innumerable hotels and resorts are meant to suit the budget of all.

Langkawi Tourism
Until 1987 Langkawi, a drooping part of Malaysia, attracted no tourists. With the sole intention to promote tourism the island was granted a tax-free status. Government has come up with special developments to promote tourism industry in Langkawi. Tourists are also requested not to bring any cars or vehicles so as to save the city from pollution and thereby making it a green tourist destination.

Langkawi Tourist Information Centre
The Langkawi Tourist Information Centers provide all necessary information to help the tourists who visit langkai and also those who are willing to come.