Kuah
If you choose not to fly, a ferry ride from either Kuala Kedah (51 kilometres) or Kuala Perlis (30 kilometres) on the mainland will bring you to Kuah. Here you can find hotels and restaurants to suit all pockets, banks and tour agencies, car and bike rentals and the story behind the town's name. A stone's throw from the jetty lies Dataran Lang, or Eagle Square, with a statue of the island's symbolic eagle. Lang is an abbreviation of the old Malay word for eagle—helang. Kawi is the eagle's distinctive colour. Adjacent to the square is Lagenda Langkawi Dalam Taman—(Langkawi Legends in the Park). The garden, adorned with sculptures, will give you an insight into the tales of this legendary island. Kuah is also shopping hub with numerous duty-free outlets. Visitors need only stay 48 hours in order to purchase at duty-free prices and the temptation to spend will be hard to resist. A popular place to start your spree is Langkawi Fair Shopping Mall featuring more than 100 outlets. Other shopping outlets worth visiting include Langkawi Duty Free, Jetty Point Complex and Teow Soon Huat Supermarket & Departmental Store. Souvenirs, sports attire, audio-visual items, electrical goods, perfume and liquor are among the bargains to be had.
Attractions
Sala Travel & Tours
Restaurants
Wonderland
Hotels
Beach Garden Resort
Charlie Motel & Restaurant
