Kedah's landscape is a picture of large padi fields with a backdrop of rolling hills. This is the rice cultivating centre of Malaysia.

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The most famous attraction here is Pulau Langkawi, the country's top tourist haven but the sheer beauty of Kedah, ancient Hindu ruins, beautiful off-shore islands and a unique balance of Malay / Thai culture, makes a stay here worthwhile.

Places of interest

Pulau Langkawi (Langkawi Island)
Langkawi is a duty-free holiday island, the top tourist destination in the country. Stunning scenery and excellent paradise beaches are the main points of interest. Phuket without the seedy-ness!

Gunung Jerai
Standing over 1,000m, this is the highest point in the northern states, once being the landmark for seafaring traders. Legend has it that there is the "King with Fangs", who lives in the foothills of the mountain, once the site of the ancient kingdom. The nature trail to the summit gives spectacular views over the surrounding area.

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Bujang Valley
Bujang Valley is the best archaeological site in Malaysia. At the foot of Gunung Jerai, the ancient Hindu-Buddhist kingdom ruled here and relics are on display at the Archaeological Museum. Artifacts include inscribed stone caskets, tools, ornaments, ceramics and Hindu icons. Over 50 ancient tombs have been uncovered here in recent years.

Hall of Drums (Balai Nobat)
Nobat is the term for instruments used by Royal Orchestra, comprising drums, gongs and a traditional flutes. These are now only used for special occasions only. The musical skills of the nobat are generally passed down through generations.

Masjid Zahir (State Mosque)
With black domes and stunning architecture, the Masjid Zahir is one of the most elegant mosques in Malaysia.

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State Museum
A good example of the combination of Malay and Thai cultural heritage.

Pekan Rabu
Translated as "Wednesday Market," but popularity has extended business hours throughout the week with stalls offering handicrafts as well as excellent traditional food .

Pantai Merdeka (Merdeka Beach)
Merdeka Beach has good diving and fishing off the coast. Day trip's for both are around RM40 per person, including guides.

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