Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Guide to Langkawi Malaysia

Langkawi in Malaysia ceaselessly invites the international tourists to visit it. The fascinating place, known for its wonderful beaches, welcomes the people with open hands. While on travel to Langkawi, tourists can also enjoy a slew of water sports. Malaysia has seemingly unending stretches of sandy beaches, mesmerizing natural scenery and rich aquatic life. Is it any surprise then that Langkawi is one of the top tourism destinations in Malaysia?
Beauty Beside SeaMother Nature has been benevolent on Langkawi. Pantai Cenang, contoured by coconut trees and beautiful casuarinas, is the most popular beach in Langkawi. Pantai Patir Hisam has a different scheme of colors. Thanks to its black and white shades, it has been named the beach of black sand. Casurina trees are abundant on Tanjung Rhu. Datai Bay has some nice combination of forests and sea. Explore limestone hills and mysterious caves on Pantai Kok. Burau Bay, fringed by rocky outcrops, is liked by migratory birds.
Fun in WaterDivers and snorkelers always have gala time in Langkawi. It does not matter whether you are experienced or uninitiated. Langkawi cajoles everyone. Pulau Payar Marine Parine Park is, according to experienced divers, is the best place for scuba diving in the country. Non divers can enjoy themselves at the coral reef platforms. Apart from Pulau Payar, some other places you could visit are Pulau Segantang, Pulau Kaca and Grouper Farm. So if you are fond of diving and snorkeling, Langkawi is an ideal place to visit.
More SportsWater sports in Langkawi is not just diving and snorkeling. Fishing here is also a productive experience. Apart from these, you can also enjoy boating, catamaran sailing, yachting, canoeing, banana boat riding, surfing and speed boating. Langkawi takes care of an array of water sports. Golf is also a nice option. The three golf resorts in Langkawi are Langkawi Golf Club, Golf Club Datai Bay and Gunung Raya Golf Resort. You should not forget taking the cable car ride up to Mount Mat Cincang, Langkawi's second highest peak. The waterfalls offer peaceful location for picnics and relaxing yourselves.
The ArchipelagoLangkawi archipelago has the collection of approximate 100 islands. A few of these like Pulau Payar Marine Park have been earmarked for tourism. The park displays dazzling coral beauty and amazing amount of aquatic species. Pulau Rebak is a private island owned by a resort. Pulau Tuba is the home of traditional fishermen. Pulau Dayang Bunting has a verdant rainforest with plenty of flora and fauna. Pulau Besar has a wildlife sanctuary for monkeys, deer, snakes, lizards and birds. Pulau Bumbon is known for its lovely secluded beaches.
ClimateHaving stable climate, Langkawi can be reached any time of the year. It does have occasional rainfall and unfriendly weather, but it is never bothering. Temperature is around 30C. Most rainfall is in September and October.
How to ReachLangkawi can be conveniently accessed from any part of Malaysia. Several airlines operate flights between Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi. Ferries and cruises are also popular options.

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