Archives for the ‘Sights To See’ Category

Galeria Perdana

Sep 17th, 2006 • Category: Interest Place, Sights To See

About 11 km from Kuah, houses an impressive collection of over 2,500 state gifts and awards presented to the former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad and his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah bt Mohd Ali. The exhibits at the gallery include crystalware and gifts fashioned out of wood, leather, silver, copper, pewter, ceramics and glass. There are also musical instruments, Islamic art and craft, textiles and weapons. Be inspired by the intricate Islamic architectural designs which adorn the gallery’s ceiling.

Open: 9am-5pm (daily)
Admission fee: Please call to confirm charges
Tel: 04 959 1498



The Langkawi Waterfall

Sep 16th, 2006 • Category: Interest Place, Sights To See

The Langkawi Waterfall is the highest man-made waterfall in the country at a height of 67 metres. The cool cascading waters of the 3-tier waterfall is indeed a refreshing sight. Situated along Jalan Datai, the waterfall is unque as it flows over a 50-metre road cave tunnel.

Driving through the tunnel, you can also see fascinating mini waterfalls, which complement the surrounding natural flora



Pulau Singa Besar

Sep 15th, 2006 • Category: Interest Place, Sights To See

Pulau Singa Besar: Area: 636 ha, 6.5km long from north to south and 2.5km from east to west. It consists mainly of steep hilly land covered by tropical forest. 75% of the land with gradient of 20° or more. 3 primary watersheds. The Sg. Botol and Sg. Pantai flowing down to the east of the island and the Sg. Sepai to the northen coast. The top soil (kekura series), is thin layered. Towards the southern part of the island the land is rocky and devoid of soil. Limestone outcrops are prominent on the north eastern part of the island. The island geology is unique and has a formation called the Singa Formation.

Monkeys, deer, iguanas and peacocks roam about freely on Pulau Singa Besar, a wildlife sanctuary located southwest of Pulau Langkawi. Picnic on the pristine beaches and enjoy swimming in the surrounding waters. To preserve the island’s natural surroundings, no hotels or chalets have been built. Instead, camping is encouraged. However, visitors will have to bring along their own tents and camping equipment if they wish to spend the night on the island.