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Kedah Darul Aman
Area : 9 426 square km
State Capital : Alor Setar
Royal Town : Anak Bukit
Head of State : His Royal Highness Al Sultan Almu'tasimu Billahi Muhibbuddin Tuanku Alhaj Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Badlishah. D.K., D.K.H., D.K.M., D.U.K, D.K. (Kelantan), D.K. (Pahang), D.K. (Selangor), D.K. (Perlis), D.K. (Negeri Sembilan), D.K. (Johor), D.K. (Terengganu), D.K. (Perak), D.K. (Sarawak), D.U.N.M., S.P.M.K., S.S.D.K., D.H.M.S.
District : Baling, Bandar Bharu, Kota Setar, Kuala Muda, Kubang Pasu, Kulim, Langkawi, Padang Terap, Pendang, Sik, Yan
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1. Dataran Lang (Lang Square)
Boasting a majestic brown eagle sculpture all geared up for flight, Dataran Lang (Eagle Square) is Langkawi's most outstanding landmark for visitors arriving by ferry. |
2. Balai Senilukis Negeri (State Art Gallery)
First used as a High Court, this Roman-influenced building became the State Art Gallery in 1983; it houses antiques, artefacts and art collections including watercolours by AB Ibrahim. |
3. Mahathir's Birth Place
This is the home of Malaysia's Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Mahathir Mohamad where the premier was born on December 20, 1925. For historic purposes, the National Archives restored and gazetted the house as a historical building in 1992. |
4. Mount Jerai
Gunung Jerai is the highest point in this northern part of the peninsula. There is a little hill resort at the top which can be accessed by a 13km road. The mountain has ideal trekking routes with fascinating waterfalls, plants and birds to be seen. |
5. Sedim River
The 15km long Sungai Sedim has fast flowing waters and rapids excellent for white water sports activities. The river is also one of the best heart-stopping water rapids in the world. |
6. Lembah Bujang Archeological Museum
Located between Gunung Jerai in the north and Sungai Muda in the South, Lembah Bujang is regarded as Malaysia's richest archaeological area. |
7. Galeria Perdana
Where else can you find glorious gifts and exceptional exhibits under one roof? The gallery houses a remarkable collection of over 2,500 gifts and awards given by eminent world leaders to Malaysia's Prime Minister. |
8. Pekan Rabu
Literally meaning "Wednesday Market", Pekan Rabu is well-known among local and foreign tourists. It is located right in the middle of Alor Setar City. |
9. Alor Setar (Kedah State Capital)
Alor Setar, the state capital for Kedah, is a must visit on your way to Langkawi. |
10. Atma Alam (Batik Art Village)
Atma Alam, Langkawi's original Art Village in Padang Mat Sirat was made possible by a young couple set out to realize a long-time dream. |
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