Langkawi Hotels Make You Feel Like God
The island of Langkawi is a union of 99 islands in the Sea of Andaman. Located in the vicinity of northwestern Peninsular of Malaysia, Langkawi belong to the Kedah State of Malaysia. The largest island of Langkawi is the eponymous Pulau Langkawi. Boasting of the scenic views of mountains of Peninsular Malaysia, this island is dotted with gorgeous sandy beaches, lush woodland and pristine lakes among others. Among the best attractions of Langkawi is the Cable Car tour over Gunung Mat Cincang.
Since the city is an excellent tourist spot, all Langkawi Hotels offer heavenly lodging experience. Falling in all price brackets, Hotels in Langkawi Island can be found in all ranges. From luxurious hotels to Langkawi Cheap Hotels accommodation is easy to find here.
The Kuah Town night market is among the most happening places to hit in the Langkawi islands. Held once in a week, this local market is full of life and excitement throughout the year. With stylish restaurants offering delectable fare and each shop nicely decorated with adornments and selling something special, you will be completely mesmerized by the charm of this bazaar. Langkawi Island is increasingly known as LANGKAWI
GEOPARK due to its acquired recognition of being called UNESCO as a World Geopark. This Geopark includes Kilim Geoforest Park, Pulau Tasik Dayang Bunting (Island of the Pregnant Maiden Lake) and Mt. Machincang Cambrian Geoforest Park. The best known islands of Langkawi include Pulau Payar Marine Park, Pulau Bumbon, Pulau Singa Besar, Pulau Dayang Bunting, Pulau Rebak and Pulau Tuba. These beaches offer umpteen opportunities of fun and frolicking activities to enjoy. From kayaking to surfing, from sun bathing to fishing you can enjoy it all on these lovely beaches.
Air Hangat Village is a lovely holidaty spot that is positioned around 14 km from the northwestern region of Kuah. Its best attraction includes an 18-meter long hand-carved river stone fresco representing the legends that shroud this region. The tourists and visitors to this place may have a great time watching the local artisans making handicrafts, you may even purchase many knick knacks from here besides cultural programmes are also held in here.
Underwater World Langkawi is also a great place to hit during you trip to Langkawi. Situated at Pantai Cenang, here you will spot many salt and fresh water fishes including the numerous varieties of sharks and other species of marine life. The Underwater World Langkawi boasts of displaying about 5000 kinds of underwater marine life. This is one of the best tourist attractions in Langkawi. Besides visiting tourist attractions you may even indulge in the exciting adventure sports and activities that the city offers. For instance, Cave Exploring. Now Langkawi is full of caves and fissures. In these caves you will find many striking birds, local and wild fruits, carved stalactites and stalagmites.
It is best advised that you explore these caves in groups and be careful while climbing on the boulders. Among the best known caves are Cave of Porcupine and Cave of Bats. Beside, you may even enjoy Junggle Trekking in the virgin rainforests of the region.
Merdeka Square, the Birthplace of the Independence of Malaysia
The Merdeka Square, also know as the Dataran Merdeka is situated in Malaysia in its capital city, which is Kuala Lumpur. On the opposite side of it is located the Sultan Abdul Samad Building. The Union Jack Flag was lowered and the Malaysian flag was hoisted at the Merdeka Square of the Dataran Merdeka as it is know, when Malaysia gained its independence from the British. The time was midnight, the date August 31st, the year 1957; this was if one might say the birthplace of the modern day independent state of Malaysia. From that historic first Independence Day the Merdeka Square has been the site for countless more Independence Day celebrations. For successive years the National Day Parade of Malyasia which is called the Hari Mereka Parade has been held here at the Merdeka Square.
The Merdeka Square when translated into English means Independence Square. The site was previously home to the cricket green of the then Selangor Club. Hence the site was previously called the Selangor Club Padang, though at present the Selangor Club is called Royal Selangor Club. The Independence Square was formally opened in the year 1990 on the 1st of January, in collaboration to mark the Visit Malaysia Year 1990.
In the surrounding areas one can find Royal Selangor Club Complex, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, St. Mary’s Anglican Cathedral, the Memorial Library and the national History Museum.
Spending some time at a Kuala Lumpur hotel would be recommended. A Kuala Lumpur hotel accommodation will help one to see much of the city of Kuala Lumpur. With a Kuala Lumpur accommodation one can space out one’s travels and see many places of interest.
