Visit Langkawi :
With a late 19th-century history, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building is unquestionably one of Malaysia’s most notable and cherished heritage structures and a significant historical landmark. Named for the then-reigning sultan of Selangor, the structure was inaugurated in 1897 and is located in Kuala Lumpur across from Dataran Merdeka (Independence Square) and the Royal Selangor Club.
The building’s Moorish-style architecture, which was designed by renowned British architect AC Norman, who was also in charge of building the National Textiles Museum and Jamek Mosque, combined British and Islamic elements to represent Malaysia’s historical legacy and cultural diversity.
Head to this lesser-known inhabited island, which is roughly 5 kilometers off the south coast of Langkawi’s main island, to escape the busy towns and skyscrapers.
Renting a bike or a vehicle is the ideal way to explore this charming fishing community, which is reachable by boat from Pekan Rabu Jetty. Discover colorful hamlet cottages at Desa Keda Teluk Berembang or take in the backdrop of paddy fields with buffaloes wandering the roads for a more relaxed and leisurely experience.
As an alternative, you could choose to walk Bukit Kecik for its geological beauties, explore Gua Wang Buluh and Gua Kelawar, hike Bukit Licin, or have prawn noodles in Tanjung Pandan.
Cruising around Dayang Bunting Island by jet ski :
Cruising around Dayang Bunting Island by jet ski is a fantastic way to experience Langkawi’s stunning archipelago, combining the thrill of speed with incredible natural beauty. It’s one of the most popular and exhilarating activities for visitors.
Take a day trip to Kuah Town, a former fishing village in Langkawi that is now a popular tourist destination for duty-free shopping. Perfumes, cookware, and chocolates are some of the must-have things for local travelers. Other tourist destinations include the well-known Dataran Lang, the National Art Gallery Langkawi, and the Maha Tower.
Enjoy a variety of Malay traditional dishes, such as Nasi Set Tuba, Nasi Set Padang Lalang, Nasi Set Sunda, and Nasi Set Kedawang, while sitting in a small wooden hut with a view of paddy fields at Kerisik Restaurant, Laman Padi, close to Pantai Cenang. At night, the vista is very breathtaking. Underwater World Langkawi is another local attraction.
Kubang Badak BioGeoTrail
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards 2021 Heritage Category went to this island’s newest ecotourism attraction. Starting from Kubang Badak Jetty, the Kubang Badak BioGeoTrail offers boat tours of 12 locations.
Kubang Badak BioGeoTrail, which is situated on the island’s northwest coast, is abundantly endowed with pristine mangrove forests, a high degree of geological diversity, and a history of early Thai settlement, as evidenced by the discovery of 100-year-old charcoal kiln remnants that resemble igloos and were used to produce fuel in the 18th century.
With the sandstone Machincang Range in the west, the granite rocks of Bukit Sawar in the south, and the terrain of karst hills with steep slopes and rugged limestone peaks in the east, tourists may essentially enjoy three distinct types of rock formations.
Find picture-perfect On a visit to this Langkawi treasure, you will see 20 classic Malay-style homes at Kunang-Kunang Heritage Villas, which are owned by famous Malaysian designer Datuk Radzuan Radziwill. With a mix of contemporary furniture, each interior design also fits the kampung way of life.
Experience the peace and quiet of the resort’s saltwater pool while indulging in Malay specialties at Pohon Beringin Restaurant. Located close to Langkawi International Airport, Kunang-Kunang Heritage Villas is undoubtedly a breathtaking sight.