Showing posts with label Kedah. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kedah. Show all posts

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Underwater World Langkawi

Underwater World Langkawi is one of the largest marine and fresh water aquaria in South East Asia. Since the start of its operation on 26 August 1995, it has become one of the must visit tourist destinations in Langkawi and has attracted a large number of foreign as well as local tourists.

The concept and theme of Underwater World Langkawi are geared towards Knowledge, Education and Entertainment. It is built to raise awareness on the importance of conserving our precious aquatic life forms, thus creating understanding of the deep and inseparable bond between man and nature.

Unique to Underwater World Langkawi is the gigantic 15-meter long walk-through tunnel consisting of 500,000 liter seawater which houses many big fishes and sea creatures including the Giant Green Turtle.

Other attractions include the Freshwater Fish Section, the Seashell Display, the Koi Pond, the Mini Reptilian and Invertebrate Section, the Coral Reef Section and the Poisonous and Venomous Creatures Section.

The 34,701 square foot oceanarium is located adjacent to a shopping centre and the Neptune Café. Visitors are thus provided with a one-stop shopping, eating and entertainment package, all of which are available within one area.
A new building (with 60,000 sq. ft built-up area) which displays Tropical Rainforest, Temperate and Sub-Antarctic Ecosystems, and a three-dimensional (3D) theatre with a 200-seating capacity will be opened to the public in early 2005. The Sub-Antarctic Ecosystem Display includes a spectacular “penguinarium” with an underwater tunnel for visitors to view swimming penguins.

Location


Underwater World Langkawi is located at Pantai Cenang, a popular beach to the south of Langkawi Island off the north western coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

Visitors arriving by car will have to leave their car on the mainland and take the ferry from the Kuala Perlis Jetty, Kuala Kedah or the Penang Swettenham Pier, Penang. They can then proceed to UWL by car or taxi. Visitors can also fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International Airport or Penang International Airport to Langkawi and then on to UWL by car or taxi.

Pantai Cenang.

Pantai Cenang is one of the most popular beach destinations among tourists and locals alike. Pantai Cenang is known not only for its delightful sunsets but also for its long and sandy beaches. Located about 18 kilometres from Kuah town and only three kilometres from the airport. The beach is home to a number of resorts, luxury class hotels, chalets and restaurants.

Underwater World Langkawi
Zon Pantai Cenang,
Mukim Kedawang,
07000 Langkawi, Kedah.
Tel : +604-955 6100
Fax : +604-955 6103

Monday, November 3, 2008

Pulau Payar

Pulau Payar is located in Kedah State. It's between Penang Island and Langkawi Island. Near to Kuala Kedah and thirty kilometers south of Pulau Langkawi Journey as 2 hours from Penang
Port or 45 minute from Langkawi Island.


Overview of the Payar Island.

Floating Platform (Langkawi Coral) at Payar Island which is ~100 meter form beach. It's the place for snorkeling, diving, bathroom, Food & drink. It's few type of Coral beside the platform.

Can bring some bread or cracker as food for the fish, but provide no water pollution.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Sungai Sedim, Kedah

Sungai Sedim, another destination in Kedah state. Sungai Sedim are locate at Kulim in Kedah State. It's out of Citybox and can get feel the nature of Earth. Able to obtain Obstacle Course and flying fox, Night Treasure Hunt , White Water Rafting,Canopy Walkway . . . .












Picture of the animals at Sungai Sedim

Picture of the Activities at Sungai Sedim.

Explanations are giving to visitor by person in charge.

The World's Longest Canopy Walk . . . .

Part of view for Canopy Walk
Kedah state are more raining day in month Aug, Sep & Oct. So, Sungai Sedim are more challenge in this few month...

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Kedah








Welcome to Kedah

Kedah

Alor Setar
The best place to start exploring Kedah's cultural heritage is in its capital of Alor Setar, with its many handsome old buildings like the Balai Besar, Balai Seni Negeri, Masjid Zahir, Courthouse and General Post Office, all of which define the atmosphere of colonial rule.

Pulau Langkawi
Kedah’s economic trump card is Langkawi Island. Langkawi draws tourists all across the world each year that come to enjoy its beaches, shopping and sights during the holiday season.

Pedu Lake
This lake was created by making a dam out of a water catchment area deep in the jungles of Kedah to supply paddy farmers with water. Now the lake also doubles up as a peaceful retreat, famous for its ‘tualang’ trees and honey from bees.

Bukit Pinang
Bukit Pinang, located in Gunung Inas, is an orchard famous for its local durians, a thorny fruit with an aroma to boot. Visitors can also sample other delicious tropical fruit which is freshly grown here all-year-round.

Sungai Sedim
Sungai Sedim is a fast-flowing river that contains a 17 km stretch for white-water rafting. Access is through Kampung Lindungan Raja in the Kulim district, roughly a 2-hour drive from Alor Setar. You can also kayak or trek in the jungles here.

Bukit Hijau
Situated in the heart of the Gunung Inas Virgin Forest Reserve in Baling, the Bukit Hijau recreational forest has an incredible variety of flora and fauna. Many people come here to swim in its streams fed by a seven-tiered waterfall famous for its pure, crystal-clear waters.

Seri Perigi
The Seri Perigi Recreational Forest is located 35 km away from Alor Setar. The highlight is a spectacular 100 meter drop of waterfalls, which is also popular as a picnic spot among locals. The famed Jerai Mountain feeds this waterfall directly, so you can enjoy a cold and refreshing bath in refreshing mountain water.

Bujang Valley
Bujang Valley is located near the town of Sungai Petani and was the scene of a once thriving Hindu-Buddhist civilization dating to the 5th Century. Over 50 archaeological sites have been discovered here containing the ruins of Hindu and Buddhist temples. The Lembah Bujang Archaeological Museum was built here to display some of the findings, including pottery shards, ceramics and stone carvings. Indian tridents and gemstones from the Middle East are also displayed.

Balai Nobat
This imposing 18 meter-tall building sits patiently in Alor Setar. It houses the royal musical instrument set known as the Nobat, which is played by the Royal Orchestra only during royal ceremonies including inaugurations, royal births, weddings, and funerals. It is believed to have Hindu origins dating back centuries ago.

Birth House of Dr Mahathir Mohamad
This humble house made of attap wood was the birthplace of Malaysia’s fourth and arguably, most outspoken Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir. Memorabilia relating to the life and times of Dr. Mahathir Mohamad are displayed in the interior and the exterior of the house which will, hopefully, give you a deep insight into his persona.

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