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The 9,425 square kilometers of Kedah of Langkawi is located in the northern part of the Malay peninsula is one of the few Malaysian states that shares a common border with Thailand. Acknowledged as the ‘Rice Bowl of Malaysia’ the region is blessed to be the rice supplier of the entire country. The state of Kedah has its capital located in Alor Setar, the business centre of the state.
Popular destinations:
The Air Terjun Puncak Janing located in Padang Terap is a great center foe
recreation. Walk through the 15 kilometer of the track that leads you to the
Bukit Wang Recreational Forest. Have a look at the Balai Besar built in 1735
by sultan Muhammad Jiwa Zainal Adilin Muazzam Shah. The building is popular
location for many royal ceremonies and events. The Balai Nobat, better known
as the ‘Hall of Drums’ houses some of the royal musical instruments that are
played on special occasions.
As the natural beauty of the place is to mesmerize you Kedah also impresses
you with its extensive ruins. The Bujang Valley is replete with the remains
of a Hindu kingdom that dates back to the 6th century. Have gala time with your
friends and family as you a picnic in Junjong.
The other places which you can visit are
- Pantai Merdeka, a popular spot for carrying out your water sport activities.
- Pekan Rabu which is a popular market place that sells excellent works of handicrafts
and delicious food.
- State museum that displays the artifacts of Kedah’s royal culture.
Activities
Kedah is there to entertain its visitors with its vast entertaining options. Kedah has many cycle paths that have been constructed along the main roads. Enjoy a ride around the entire place. Enjoy horse riding as your horse gallops along the white sandy beaches. The presence of numerous water bodies provides you many diversified opportunities of diving, swimming, fishing, kayaking and sailing.
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