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Lata Mengkuang |
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Situated nearby to this recreational area is an attractive 20 m waterfall. There is a wide variety of flora and fauna of lowland dipterocarp forest. There is rock cliff ideal for those who enjoy challenging activities and abseiling. The main recreational activities in this area are family picnics, swimming and summer camps. |
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11 km from Sik town or 95 km from Alor Setar.
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Bukit Wang |
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This 867ha of virgin jungle reserve is popular among the locals during weekends. It is the most accessible waterfall set amidst a rich backdrop of forest is suitable for recreational activities such as jungle trekking, and camping. There is also a camping site where the basic needs for camping enthusiasts are provided. Other than that, the recreational forest is also equipped with facilities such as rest-huts, bridges, public toilets, benches, multipurpose hall, chalets and surau (Muslim prayer hall). |
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12km northeast from Jitra and about 40km from Alor Setar.
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Seri Perigi Recreational Park |
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Seri Perigi at Yan, a waterfall set within a Park. The stream that runs has its beginning in Gunung Jerai. The fall at Seri Perigi Recreational Park cascades 30 metres down a rocky slope, is a popular weekend retreat for local folks.
This recreational forest is particularly unique because it has the highest waterfall Along the journey to this recreational forest you will be able to behold the scenic views of paddy fields, fruit orchards and traditional Malay Villages. There is a wide variety of flora and fauna of lowland dipterocarp forest. There is also a solid rock cliff that provides entertainment for those who enjoys tough and challenging activities. in the state of Kedah. The pounding and splashing of water over 100 m of steep slopes seems endless. The starting point of the stream that feeds its waterfall is at the 1,200m Gunung Jerai, so you can imagine just how clean and cool the water is. |
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About 4 km from Yan.
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Langkawi Island |
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Langkawi island is an archipelago of 104 islands lying in the north western coast of Peninsular Malaysia.An island resort for the entire family, a romantic escapade for honeymooners, a heaven for water sports enthusiasts and a sanctuary for sun worshippers. Another attraction of the island is its ‘Duty Free’ status. |
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Langkawi.
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Kota Kuala Kedah |
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Kota Kuala Kedah also known as Kota Kuala Bahang is a fishing port, situated by the estuary of a river about 12km to the west of Alor Setar. Here lies the remains of an early Malay fort guarding Kedah from early naval attacks, notably the Portuguese, the Acehnese from Sumatra and the Bugis. It was rebuilt in 1771 but later a Siamese fleet, on the pretext of a peaceful trading expedition attacked the fort. Caught off guard, the people of Kedah were quickly overpowered by the aggressors.
Today, Kota Kuala Kedah is popular for the variety of seafood served by the numerous restaurants in the fishing village. famous for its‘Laksa Kuala Kedah', a local delicacy of thick rice vermicelli and spicy fish gravy. Two floating seafood restaurants converted from fishing vessels add to the town’s attraction. While enjoying the food, one will be able to see six cannons still resting on the crumbling walls, facing the river estuary. |
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12 km from Alor Setar.
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Lembah Bujang Archaeological Museum |
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The artefacts exhibited here are the results of years of archaeological diggings and surveys carried out since 1845. Some 1,000 of these artefacts are exhibited in the museum while another 2,500 artefacts are still being studied. The numerous artefacts uncovered in the Bujang Valley - celedon, porcelain, stoneware, clay, pottery, fragments of glass, beads and Persian ceramics are exhibited here. |
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Lembah Bujang, Merbok, Bedong.
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