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  Langkawi - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Langkawi lies north of the Straits of Malacca in the southern Andaman Sea near the border between Malaysia and Thailand.
Langkawi eventually came under the influence of the Sultanate of Kedah, but Kedah was conquered in 1821 by Siam and Langkawi along with it.
Langkawi is affected by the milder western monsoon (May-September), and while diving is possible at Pulau Payar, water clarity tends to be poor.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Langkawi   (626 words)

  
 Langkawi
Langkawi Island is the main island are richly blessed with a heritage of fabolous myths and legends.
Langkawi, deriving its name from the words 'helang' (eagle) and 'kawi' (old Malay term for "strong"), is a cluster of 99 islands in high tide and more than 104 islands in low tide, making it a haven for some of the world's most beautiful, marine and coral reef life.
The Langkawi Island consists of 99 islands totaling 204 square miles in size, of which the main island, Pulau Langkawi, is the largest and is the population center of the group.
www.american.edu /projects/mandala/TED/langkawi.htm   (4558 words)

  
 Langkawi
In promoting Langkawi as a green holiday destination, the government has prohibited visitors from bringing in their own cars and vehicles in an effort to control pollution and traffic congestion.
The island of Langkawi has quiet beaches and you can be transported to one of the deserted islands to have a sunbath.
Langkawi is very loved by the Penangites, who love to come there for a rest.
www.malaysiasite.nl /langkawieng.htm   (724 words)

  
 Langkawi, Malaysia Destination Guide from asia-hotels.com
Langkawi has not been indiscriminately developed and defaced like other formerly beautiful islands, so if you want bright lights and action then look elsewhere - this is a place for low-key beach life.
Langkawi revels in its natural beauty and the scenery beats the forgettable touristy efforts the island has sprouted in recent years.
Langkawi is a duty free centre and as such the shopping ought to be good, but shops are limited to a few malls in Kuah.
www.asiahotels.com /cityguides/malaysia-langkawi.asp   (2420 words)

  
 Langkawi travel guide - Wikitravel
The name "Langkawi" is believed to be related to the kingdom of Langkasuka, itself a version of the Malay negari alang-kah suka ("the land of all one's wishes"), centered in modern-day Kedah.
Langkawi remained a sleepy backwater until 1987, when the island was granted tax-free status with the intention of promoting tourism and improve the lives of the islanders.
Langkawi is affected by the milder western monsoon (May-September), and while diving is possible in the nearby Pulau Payar Marine Park 45 minutes away by boat, water clarity tends to be poor.
wikitravel.org /en/Langkawi   (2883 words)

  
 Langkawi Malaysia Guide with Maps and Travel Information
Brimming with culture, mysteries, legends and an abundance of natural scenery, Langkawi is the perfect getaway for families or friends looking for a pleasant holiday.
Langkawi’s beaches and islands are some of the most beautiful in Southeast Asia.
Picture this; white sand glistening in the light of the tropical sun, calmed by the gentle sea breeze as gulls and eagles soar in the sky.
www.langkawi-info.com   (392 words)

  
 Langkawi Malaysia Hotels ... Jake.com
The Sheraton Langkawi Resort sits in a natural rainforest that fringes the sandy shores of the Andaman Sea.
Langkawi is a group of 104 islands located off the north-west tip of Peninsular Malaysia.
The Datai is a deluxe resort hotel situated in the middle of virgin tropical rain forest with a private white sand beach on the Andaman Sea.
hotels.jake.com /int/my/langkawi-hotels.html   (162 words)

  
 Pulau Langkawi
The isles of Langkawi - ninety nine of them, are tucked into the northwest corner of the peninsula and nestled on the Thai-Malaysian sea border.
As the cloud of both social and economic gloom passes, Langkawi is poised to take its place as a premier holiday venue.
The Langkawi Coral has an office at the Kuah Ferry Terminal and they will be delighted to book you on their trips, which cost around RM220 per day.
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 Langkawi Hotels and Resort, Langkawi travel information, Langkawi map and tourist attraction with special rates for ...
Langkawi Hotels and Resort, Langkawi travel information, Langkawi map and tourist attraction with special rates for hotels.
The name "Kuah" is a Malay word meaning "gravy" and is associated with an ancient legend of two battling giants who overturned a gigantic pot of curry at the spot where the town now stands.
Aptly named for its abundance of casuarinas, its enchanting beach affords magnificent views of nearby islands which can be reached at low tide on foot, an experience that is not to be missed.
www.2malaysia.com /langkawi   (271 words)

  
 Malaysia - Langkawi
Langkawi, part of yet situated just off the coast of Kedah, is actually made up of 99 islands.
The largest of which is Pulau Langkawi, while some of the others appear to be mere dots in the emerald green ocean when viewed from the air.
Langkawi International Airport is serviced by Malaysia Airlines on a daily basis, and by Air Asia five times a week from Kuala Lumpur.
www.marimari.com /content/malaysia/popular_places/islands/langkawi/langkawi.html   (478 words)

  
 Langkawi Island Resort Listing, Pulau Langkawi Resort,
Langkawi is a cluster of 104 islands in the Andaman Sea, off the northwestern coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
Blessed with white sands and crystal clear water, the Pulau Langkawi is the largest, while the others appear to be mere dots in the emerald green ocean when viewed from the air.
Langkawi also hosts a number of international events including the Tour de Langkawi, an annual cycling competition starting in Langkawi and ending in Kuala Lumpur; The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Show (LIMA) and the annual Royal Langkawi Regatta which draws boats from all over the world.
www.marimari.com /hotel/malaysia/island/langkawiisland.html   (285 words)

  
 Langkawi - idyllic islands where eagles soar
Tourist development, on the whole, appears to be as low impact as possible and the islands still possess uncrowded beaches, thickly forested hillsides and unpolluted mangroves where monkeys, otters, kingfishers and hornbills abound.
The skies above Langkawi are dominated by magnificent Birds of Prey, the most conspicuous of which are the White-bellied Fish Eagle Haliaeetus leucogaster and the Brahminy Kite Haliastur indus.
Langkawi boasts a wide variety of birdlife, situated as it is near the narrowest part of the Kra Isthmus at the boundary of Thailand and Malaysia.
www.ecologyasia.com /html-loc/langkawi.htm   (710 words)

  
 Yacht Charter Malaysia, Langkawi, BumBon, Langun, Datai, Pulau Singa Besar, Pulau Dayang, Pulau Tuba
As Langkawi is a duty free island this is an ideal place to stock up on goods.
Langkawi is a small place and relatively new to tourism.
Langkawi does tend to be much drier than other parts of Malaysia.
www.indianocean-adventure.com /us/langkawius.html   (605 words)

  
 Langkawi Information and travel guide
The Langkawi archipelago is a cluster of 99 islands just off the coast of Kedah, close to Perlis and just south of Thailand.
Pulau Langkawi, noted for its legends and beautiful views, is the most developed in the group.
The island of Langkawi is steeped in legend and there are some fascinating stories connected to several tourist attractions.
www.about-malaysia.com /langkawi/index.htm   (291 words)

  
 Beach Hotels, Langkawi, Malaysia
The sprawling resort is nestled between a private beach and 19 acres of tropical rainforest, located between the foothills of legendary Mount Mat Cincang, the scenic Burau Bay and Pantai Kok.
The relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the resort is synonymous with Langkawis own laid back style, making this an ideal location for family holidays, or for those occasion when business needs to be tempered by pleasure.
Langkawi is a tropical oasis of seclusion and luxury, with the traditional hospitality and warmth of Malaysia.
www.malaysia-maps.com /hotels/langkawi/beach.htm   (1177 words)

  
 Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa (Ex.Sheraton Perdana) - Discount Hotel Malaysia
Langkawi is an archipelago of 104 islands located off the northwest tip of Peninsular Malaysia.
The largest and most popular island is Langkawi Island, which is steeped in legend and mystery.
Langkawi Island's abundance of natural wonders includes jungle-clad mountains, picturesque rice fields, preserved marine parks and wildlife sanctuaries.
www.langkawi-hotels-classify.com /sheraton-perdana-resort/index.html   (405 words)

  
 Hotels in Langkawi
Langkawi, KE Sheraton Langkawi Beach Resort, is a charming resort with traditional chalets, which is beautifully finished in natural timber with rustic aura, located...
Langkawi, KE A small, discreet romantic resort and spa centrally located on Cenang Beach near a wide variety of restaurants, bars and shops.
Located on the west coast of the main island of Langkawi, this resort is surrounded by beaches and tropical gardens.
www.expedia.co.uk /daily/hotels/Malaysia/Langkawi.asp   (337 words)

  
 Langkawi Island Resorts Langkawi Lagoon Resort Malaysia
On the north-western shore of Peninsular Malaysia are clustered the islands of Langkawi.
It comes as a surprise to many that Langkawi is actually an archipelago of 99 emerald islands, with the main island of Langkawi itself serving as the very heart.
With as many reasons to visit Langkawi as there are islands, you’ll feel the mesmerizing pull of Langkawi yourself when you come, and keep wanting to return.
www.langkawiresorts.net /index.html   (221 words)

  
 Photo Gallery of Langkawi Island off the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Langkawi is a cluster of 99 islands separated from mainland Malaysia by the Straits of Malacca, it is a district of the state of Kedah in Northern Malaysia and lies approximately 51km west of Kedah.
The main tourist attractions of Langkawi Island are its virgin, white, sandy beaches.
Langkawi Island has many legends and myths associated with it and is therefore also called Pulau Lagenda (Legendary Island).
www.caingram.info /Malaysia/langkawi_index.htm   (153 words)

  
 Royal Langkawi International Regatta: Press 2005   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The picturesque Island of Langkawi on the west coast of Malaysia once again has been the host to The Royal Langkawi International Regatta and this year to the largest fleet of multihulls ever assembled in South East Asia.
Without a doubt The Royal Langkawi International Regatta has stamped it's seal as one of the premier events in the area both in Multihulls and monohulls cruising or racing even though it is only two years young.
For those of you heading this way look out for news on The Royal Langkawi International Regatta for 2005 at www.langkawiregatta.com as it promises to be an even bigger event with BMW now signing for a 5 year contract.
www.langkawiregatta.com /Press1004-Multihull.html   (2163 words)

  
 Langkawi - An Introduction   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Langkawi was said to have been used as a hideout by pirates in the days of yore and with so many uninhabited small islands located so close to each other,
Langkawi's past is said to have controlled its destiny for the last two hundred
ISLANDS OF Langkawi is the largest of around a cluster of 99 islands that form the Langkawi archipelago.
www.abcmalaysia.com /tour_malaysia/lgkwi_intro.htm   (700 words)

  
 Langkawi Hotels Travel Guide — General Transportation information and services for travel in Langkawi
Langkawi has its own international airport that has flights from Phuket, Singapore, Germany and other foreign destinations as well as local flights on a daily basis.
Ferries departing for Langkawi can be caught at Kuala Perlis, Penang and Pak Bara in Malaysia as well from Satun in Thailand.
All ferries departing from Langkawi leave from the ferry terminal at Jetty Point just south of Khua town or from the newer departure point at Teluk Baru jetty in Pantai Tengah.
www.hoteltravel.com /malaysia/langkawi/guides/transport.htm   (343 words)

  
 Langkawi Beaches .. The Very Best of ALL Andaman Beaches
Langkawi has fine powdery sandy beaches - beautifully fringed with swaying coconut trees and casuarinas.
Langkawi is a beautiful place, and a savory food paradise too.
Langkawi has lots of lip-smacking food - ranging from savory sea delicacies, local delights, spicy Thai and exquisite Japanese.
www.langkawi-beaches.com   (750 words)

  
 Langkawi Hotels - Discount Hotel in Langkawi Island Malaysia
Langkawi comprises a group of 99 tropical islands lying off the north-western coast of Peninsular Malaysia, about 30 km form Kuala Perlis and 51 km from Kuala Kedah on the mainland.
Rates From USD 49 Up Awana Porto Malai Langkawi - Situated on the south-western tip of mythical Langkawi, an island famed for her legends and duty-free status, the Mediterranean inspired-design Awana Porto Malai Langkawi is a charming holiday resort.
Rates From USD 94 Up The spectacular Berjaya Langkawi Beach and Spa Resort is located in Burau Bay on the island of Langkawi, approximately 15 minutes drive from the airport.
www.langkawi-hotels-classify.com   (1057 words)

  
 Sart - Travel Photography > Malaysia > Langkawi
Langkawi is made up of a fasinating group of island located on the north-western part of Peninsular Malaysia and is easily accessible via daily flights from Singapore to the island.
Apart from the beautiful beaches, there are plenty to see around the island.
Located about 30 kilometres south of Pulau Langkawi, it has a huge floating platform that can be reached via ferry or speedboat.
5art.tripod.com /Places/Malaysia/Langkawi/Langkawi.htm   (251 words)

  
 Beach Garden Resort Pantai Cenang Langkawi Kedah Malaysia
Situated off the coast of Northwest Malaysia between the Andaman Sea and the Strait of Malacca close to the Thai border, Langkawi consists of many islands surrounding the main one -99 at high tide and 104 at low tide have been counted - most of which are uninhabited.
There are four departure points for visitors who opt to travel by boat or ferry to Langkawi and they must make their way to Kuala Perlis in Perlis, Kuala Kedah in Kedah, Georgetown on Penang island while tourists who are in Thailand will depart from Satun.
There are a few companies operating in Kuah, Langkawi which offer ferry services to and from several destinations on the mainland.
www.langkawihotel.net /gettingtolangkawi.html   (384 words)

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