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This girl is among the traditional music ensemble performing at Kota Mahsuri.

Traditional Kedah music fills the air over Kota Mahsuri throughout the day.

The life and times of Mahsuri are depicted in dioramas at Kota Mahsuri.

The Telaga Harbour Marina has the latest and most complete facilities for yachts in Langkawi

Times have changed but the rustic beauty of the Langkawi padi fields stand firm. Foreigners may not readily connect with the nostalgic ambience of the rural Malay heartland but its attraction is universal.

Separated only by a few metres of land at one end, the waters of Tasik Dayang Bunting show no evidence of salinity.Swim in the cool waters or just sit and relax.

The Telaga Harbour / Perdana Quay yachties precinct is a self-contained township in the making, complete with shops, upmarket restaurants and a five-star hotel scheduled to be opened soon.

A new lease on life for the Oriental Village will turn it around. The place has gone through trying times, but will definitely weather the doldrums. Why Oriental Village, some may ask, but why not?

Take a walk on the sky bridge to appreciate the very ancient geological marvel that is Gunung Machinchang. A series of steps connect the skybridge to the main cable car station at the peak of the mountain.

Take a closer look at the lichens and small mountain flora that grow well on this harsh wind swept mountain. Lookout for the tiny orchids and mountain insects.

The waves at Pantai Tengah can be strong at times due to its position within a bay. This is a great place to hang out in the evenings to watch the glorious Langkawi sunset.Pantai Tengah is connected to Pantai Cenang, which is Langkawi's most prominent beach.

There are so many styles to the Langkawi nasi lemak. Try this delicious meal for breakfast along with a glass of teh tarik. Besides the more stylish presentation at hotels, the real nasi lemak is a pedestrian affair here.

Hand-feed the friendly fishes at the Pulau Payar Marine Park. This island is part of a group of islands which lie to the south of Langkawi. Strict conservation will help lessen the impact of tourism on this beautiful marine enclave.

This is probably Langkawi's most famous landmark. The giant statue of the brown eagle is an amazing sight to behold. The square overlooks the Kuah harbour area. It is located just next to the Jetty Mall Complex.