Top Kedah Attractions

What are the top Kedah attractions?

Kedah is a medium sized Malaysian state in terms of area and population. Much of Kedah has a rural feel to it and it is known as the rice bowl of Malaysia. Its landscape is dominated by rice paddy fields with occasional limestone hills towering over the surrounding plains, forests, lakes, mountain ranges and beautiful islands.

Its Sultanate has the longest history of any in Malaysia and there are archaeological sites, museums and historic places to visit. All this adds up to a range of experiences for the visitor who wants things to do.

Here is my suggested list of what to see in Kedah.

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Click on the photo or link for further information on each attraction. 

Bujang Valley

Bujang Valley

Enchanting Bujang Valley in Kedah has ancient ruins and artefacts from a lost Hindu-Buddhist civilisation. It is well worth a visit. 

Kuala Kedah Fort

Kuala Kedah Fort

Historic Kuala Kedah Fort is an interesting place to visit while in Kuala Kedah, the jumping off point for Langkawi. There is famous laksa near here too.

Gunung Jerai

Gunung Jerai - Kedah Peak

Take a drive up Gunung Jerai to enjoy cool mountain air and (if you are lucky) great views over the Straits of Malacca. On the way you can stop off at the Forestry Museum. There is a smart new hotel near the peak. 

Alor Setar

Alor Setar Heritage Trail

The city of Alor Setar has a number of heritage landmarks to see. With this self-guided Alor Setar Heritage Trail you can visit the best sights that Kedah's state capital has to offer. Map included. 

Paddy Museum

Paddy Museum - (Muzium Padi)

A large museum devoted to all things related to paddy, the rice plant. The highlight is a 360 degree diorama portraying typical rural Kedah landscapes. 

Gunung Keriang

Gunung Keriang

This spectacularly shaped limestone hill has caves, a recreational park and vendors selling crystals. 

Langkawi

Langkawi

Langkawi is the most popular of an archipelago of 99 beautiful islands famed for miles of white-sand beaches, jungles, caves, mountains and not forgetting duty-free shopping. 

TreeTopWalkSungaiSedim

Tree Top Walk Sungai Sedim

Tree Top Walk Sungai Sedim is the world’s longest rainforest canopy walk located in an unspoilt corner of Kedah. Hiking, adventure and team building activities are located here too.

Kota Kuala Muda Tsunami Memorial

Kota Kuala Muda Tsunami Memorial

The Kota Kuala Muda Tsunami Memorial is a poignant reminder of the devastating tsunami of 26 December 2004 which affected this part of Malaysia and neighbouring countries. 

Merdeka Bridge

Merdeka Bridge

Merdeka Bridge (Jambatan Merdeka) spans the River Muda separating Penang state from Kedah. It was the scene of fighting during WWII.

How to Get to Kedah

Travel by luxury coach is an economical and relaxing way to get to Kedah. Regular coach services run from KL Sentral and TBS Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar and Jitra. 

More Top Kedah Attractions Coming Soon

If you have suggestions for more places that should be included on the list of Top Kedah Attractions please let me know. 

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