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DATARAN
LANG
Dataran Lang is Langkawi's most prominent landmark for
visitors arriving by sea. According to local folklore,
Langkawi derived its name from and eagle. Langkawi translated
into English is reddish brown eagle. The square is beautifully
illuminated at night and presents a dramatic scene as
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KAMPUNG
BUKU MALAYSIA
Kampung Buku Malaysia is the first and only book village
in South-east Asia. It is part of the International Book
Villages and Book Towns Movement. It is located just 10
minutes from the Langkawi International Airport and 15
minutes from the Ferry Terminal. Situated amidst a lush
green frost at the foot of Gunung Raya, the highest peak
on the island, the book village provides book lovers a
tranquil setting to indulge in their hobby. |
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TELAGA
TUJUH
Located in the north-western corner of Pulau Langkawi,
Telaga Tujuh (Seven Wells) is a geological marvel. The
waterfall is so named because its cascading waters is
broken by series of seven natural pools. The lush green
forest that surrounds the waterfall adds a mystical touch
to the natural splendour. Legend has it that fairies used
to come down to the waterfall to bathe and frolic. |
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TASIK
DAYANG BUNTING
Nestled amidst lush forested hills on an island south
of Pulau Langkawi is Tasik Dayang Bunting ( Lake of The
Pregnant Maiden ), the largest lake in Langkawi. The outline
of hills and and rocky outcrops on one side of the lake
resembles the shape of pregnant maiden lying on her back.
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TAMAN
BUAYA LANGKAWI
Taman Buaya Langkawi ( Langkawi Crocodile Farm) located
at Kubang Badak, some 32 km from Kuah, has more than 1000
crocodiles of various species. Here one can witness and
photograph crocodiles and alligators playing and feeding
in a controlled environment that closely resembles their
natural habitat. |
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TAMAN
LAGENDA
This scenic park with its beautiful gardens of vivid
local blooms, plants and fruit tree provide a pictureesque
and fitting backdrop for buildins showcasing Malaysia's
rich cultural heritage. Within the park, there are some
fine examples of traditional Malaysia handicraft and
cultural objects. |
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Take
your time to wander all over the island, and you will find
many interesting places to visit at every corner waiting to
be discovered. The list below contains useful information
on some of the interesting places around Langkawi. 
