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Galeria Perdana

The idea for Galeria Perdana was mooted by Prime Minister Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Seri Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad.This unique gallery was built to display and share with everyone the various awards, souvenirs and gifts our Prime Minister and his wife have received from world leaders, statesmen as well as Malaysians during his tenure.

Adopting an oriental architectural design, the awe-inspiring building displays the various exhibits in an ambience of harmony and creative interaction.

One section is devoted to gifts made of wood, leather, crystal and lacquer, as well as musical instruments and stone objects. Another section comprises textiles, games, weaponry, ceramics, plaques and Islamic art.There are also gifts of silver, copper, brass and pewter. There is even an array of automobiles.

Some of the exhibits are special awards received by the Prime Minister and his wife. Take time to wander around the Galeria and read the footnotes accompanying each exhibit.The extensive grounds around the building are also very interesting as they are specially landscaped and planted with local trees, shrubs and herbs.

Open 10am to 5pm
9 pm to 6 pm (School / public holidays)

Close on Monday

Entrance fee
Adult RM3.00
Child RM1.00
Child under 12 years free

Address: Kilim, Mukim Air Hangat, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah Dar

Other Contact: Fax : (60) 4-959 1819

Phone: (60) 4-959 1498

Air Hangat Village

The med ley of traditional activities at Air Hangat Village reflects the richness of the Kedah culture.

Malay folk and classical dances are performed at the Park, alongside other traditional Malay art and craft activities like batik-painting, congkat playing and foot massage.

Seri Threatre Restaurant features some of Malaysia's best cultural shows. We invite you to taste our classic Kampung dinner on banana leaf, a local tradition.

Open : 9.30am to 6pm
Cultural Show : 3.15pm to 3.45pm at the park.
Dinner Show : 8 pm to 9 pm at the restaurant
Entrance fee : Adult RM 4.00 , Child RM 2.00

Address: PO Box 56, Lorong 16, Jalan Air Hangat 07000 Lang

Other Contact: Fax : (60) 4-9591246

Phone: (60) 4-9591357/1358

Laman Padi

The Rice Museum
Established since June 1999, the Rice Museum is the most comprehensive exhibition center displaying artifacts, charts, photographs as well as actual rice-planting tools. A visit to the Museum provides a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the role and significance of padi and rice in the life of Malaysians.

Roof Top Garden
Visitors have the opportunity to view the padi plots on rooftops cherish with the aroma of the cultivated fragrant rice and get a bird's eye view on padi planting activities in padi fields from the rooftop. Visitors have the opportunity to view the padi plots on rooftops, cherish with the aroma of the cultivated fragrant rice and get a bird's eye view on padi planting activities in padi fields from the rooftop.

Rice Farm
Visitors have the chance to participate in padi planting activities made available throughout the season. This includes the usage of traditional padi planting methods and modern cultivation's process. Related post- harvest activities are also demonstrated.

Restaurant
The restaurant offers visitors popular traditional Malay recipes and 'kuih' which are prepared using rice as the main ingredient.

Other attractions
Traditional rice village, floating rice garden, herbal garden, rice based food demonstrations, festivities and theme exhibitions, souvenirs and handicraft are also available.

Business Hour
Daily 10.00 am - 6.00 pm

Admission
Adult RM 2.00
Children under 12 years old Free Admission

Address: Pantai Cenang, Mukim Kedawang, 07000 Langkawi

Other Contact: Fax : 04-9551819

Phone: 04-9554312

Crocodile Farm

Located at Jalan Datai, it is not to be missed either. Visitor to the farm will be entertained by the antics of the friendly, well-disciplined crocodiles at their daily shows, one at 11.15am and the other at 2.45pm.

You will witness a unique boxing match of man vs crocodile, or you can take a ride in a rickshow drawn by a croc! Make friends with Bujang Kawi, the oldest inmate weighting over 1,000 pounds.

The farm itself has one of the largest number of crocodile and alligator species in the world. An interesting walk through the farm will bring you past a 'baby' crocodile pond, a species pond, a breeding pond, a feeding pond, 'jumping' pond and many more to entertain you.

Open Daily : 9 am to 6 pm
Entrance fee : Adult RM7.00 , Child RM5.00 (below 12 yrs)
Show Time : Daily at 11.15am & 2.45pm

Address: Jalan Datai, Mk. Ayer Hangat 07000 Langkawi Kedah

Other Contact: Fax : 04-9592529

Phone: 04-9592559

Langkawi Craft Cultural Complex

Perched on a strategic location near the sea at Teluk Yu, the Craft Cultural Complex was set up to maintain and promote the nation's rich cultural heritage.

Beautifully and intricately handmade crafts can be found here, reflecting the skill and creativity that have been handed down from generation to generation.

Silver and brassware in various forms and shapes are carefully carved with motifs inspired by nature. Unique baskets of rattan, mengkuang and pandan leaves are woven in colourful ethinic designs. There are also woodcarvings with fine and meticulous patterns.

Ceramics in the form of pots come from various states in Malaysia, each with their own individual designs. An ever popular favourite is the hand-drawn and printed batik with innumerable exclusive designs to choose from.

Songket or silkinterwoven with golden and silver threads is the epitome of Malay design, used for all official and royal functions.

The ethnic tribes of Sabah and Sarawak are represented by the intricately woven baskets, beadwork and bamboo carvings with designs that are hundreds of years old. Pua weaving of the Iban tribe and Mogah textiles of the Bajaus are also displayed here in their glory.

With a cultural heritage spanning generations, the crafts have been painstakingly preserved. You can see and appreciate them in our Langkawi craft museums.

Purchase those which you would like to bring home as a memento of your stay in Langkawi at Langkawi Craft Cultural Complex sales gallery.

Open : 9 am to 6 pm
Entrance : Free

Address: Teluk Yu, Mukim Bohor, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah Darul

Other Contact: Fax : 04-9592340

Phone: 04-9591917

Oriental Village

Sited around a beautiful lake against a spectacular mountain backdrop, the Langkawi Oriental Village is a bustling, fun-filled, self contained Malaysian and Asian-styled tourist attraction. Located at Tanjung Burau, close to major resorts, the Village offers many attractions for local and international tourists.

Walk through the specially designed entrance gates and be ready for non stop activity.

Underwater World

The Underwater World Langkawi, a marine showcase featuring both fresh and salt water fish and other forms of marine life, is a must-see attraction. Located at Pantai Cenang, a popular beach on the island, this aquarium features more than 5,000 types of marine life, exhibited in more than 100 tanks of different sizes

The highlight is a giant tank housing large marine species such as sharks, stingrays, groupers and green turtles, with a 15-metre tunnel for visitors to walk through and enjoy a spectacular view of the exhibits. Underwater gardens of weeds and sea plants together with exotic fishes and exhibits or fossils and shells add to the range of interesting sights.

Open: 10:00am to 6:00pm (daily)
Admission: RM18.00 (adult) RM10.00 (child)
Tel: 04-955 6100

Directions: Along Pantai Cenang

Phone: 04-9556100

Summer Palace

Summer Palace (Anna & The King Movie Set)

In 1999, when Thailand turned Hollywood away for the filming of the movie "Anna & The King", starring Jodie Foster and Chow Yun Fat, the production team discovered Langkawi.

The Summer Palace in Chiengmai was thus recreated in Pantai Kok, with its beautiful green surroundings, to represent the Jetty Pavillion, the main building of the palace, courtyard and Anna's house.

Construction commenced on 15 February 1999 and was completed on 30 March 1999.

Constructed in one and a half months, this movie set is 95% wood. When filming was completed in June 1999, the set was not dismantled but reconstructed to make it a permanent structure.

Today, visitors will find a touch of the modern within this old Thai replica as the Summer Palace in Langkawi

It was opened to the public in April 2000.
Admission is RM3.50 for adults and RM2.00 for children.

Directions: Pantai Kok

Mount Mat Chinchang Cable Car 2

Continue from Mount Mat Chinchang Cable Car 2

Looking from the top along the south coast of Langkawi. The Oriental Village and cable car base station is at the bottom middle.

At the middle station, having climbed 650 meters (about 2,150 feet) up from sea level, you can alight from the car to take in the view, or stay in the gondola while it makes a nearly 90° turn to head up to the top station. If you elect to step off, you can catch another gondola up to the top station on the other side of the control booth.

If you've managed to keep your lunch down on the way to the middle station, then the trip to the top station is easy. From the top you can see much of the island, its surrounding islands, and even Tarutao Island in Thailand to the north.

There is a small snack bar at the top station, which has a rather space-age look with its round viewing platforms.

Admission Fee
The round-trip fare for adults is RM 15 (US$ 4.00), for children the fare is RM 5 ($1.25). Operating hours are 10:00 am to 8:00 pm daily, and the operation may be curtailed in extreme weather.

Directions: Gunung Mat Chinchang
Near Oriental Village

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