Top 10 places to visit at Langkawi
by Natalya on Feb.25, 2010, under General, Travel Experience
Langkawi is a place to an alluring variety of beaches, historic buildings, museums, sports activities and interesting sightseeing places. Take advantage of Langkawi’ attractions and those in the surrounding area while you are there, be it indoors or out.
Here’s a simple guide of the Top 10 things or places that you should visit while you are at Langkawi.
1. Cenang Beach

The first place you must visit on your trip to Langkawi. Relax and unwind yourself at this clear, clean and pristine beach. After all, Cenang is one of the famous beaches in Langkawi with just 25km from Kuah town.
2. Telaga Tujuh Waterfalls (Seven Wells)

Enjoy freshwater streams cascades about 90 metres from this majestic waterfall with a series of seven magnificent wells. The uphill trek to the top is less than a mile, the trip is quite strenuous, and you’d be well advised to take water with you. Also, be careful – the rocks are slippery. It is just 45km from Kuah town.
3. Gua Cerita Cave (Cave of Stories)
As the name suggests, the cave is entrenched in mystery and folklore. Inside the caves, you’ll find inscriptions written in Jawi that reportedly date from 1754 AD. To reach the cave, you’ll need to catch the boat ride from Tanjung Rhu.
4. Pulau Payar Marine Park- Langkawi Coral

Enjoy diving, snorkeling, and swimming among a bevy of tropical fish and explore the internationally known coral reefs. Visitors from around the world can also observe the marine life up-close by joining the underwater observatory program.
5. Ibrahim Hussein Art Museum
Malaysian artist Dato Ibrahim Hussein’s goal was to create this pristine natural gallery. The gallery sits in a clearing that overlooks the azure waters of Pasir Tengkorak.
6. Pulau Dayang Bunting

Go swimming, rent a water bikes or bask in this largest lake in the area. Pulau Dayang Bunting is made famous for the legend of the fairy that was captured here and tricked into marriage by a human prince. The fairy gave birth to a child but the baby died and she threw the corpse into the lake.
7. Summer Palace Langkawi
The place is full of historical features and thus the movie “Anna and the King” was filmed here to recapture the period of ancient Siam. A visit here promises to be an unforgettable one.
8. The Bistro
Stay alive at night with live entertainment and a terrific dance floor at The Bistro.
Located in the Kampung Tok Senik Resort, this bar serves only drinks and lively tunes. The decor is wood, the crowd is friendly, and the bar offers a splendid view of the resort’s pool.
9. Langkawi Geopark

Experience nature and wildlife at this preserved park and understand the geological heritage. Not only that, you can also ride on “Lasah”, the Asian elephant into the foothill of the Gunung Machincang Mountain range.
10. Charlie’s Place Restaurant and Bar
The open-air concept restaurant and bar has an upscale ambiance. The décor involve an oval bar tables lined to overlook the water which creates a romantic feel because of its magnificent view at sunset.
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