Kedah (also known by its honorific, Darul Aman, or "Abode of Peace"[citation needed]) is a state of Malaysia, located in the northwestern part of Peninsular Malaysia. The state covers a total area of over 9,000 km², and it consists of the mainland and Langkawi. The mainland has a relatively flat terrain, which is used to grow rice. Langkawi is an archipelago of islands, most of which are uninhabited. Kedah was called Saiburi (Thai: ไทรบุรี) by the Siamese when it was under their influence.[3]
Kedah borders the state of Perlis and shares an international boundary with the Songkhla and Yala provinces of Thailand to the north. It also borders the state of Perak to the south and Penang to the southwest.
The state's capital is Alor Setar and the royal seat is in Anak Bukit. Other major towns include Sungai Petani, and Kulim on the mainland, and Kuah on Langkawi.
Gunung Jerai
Formerly
known as Kedah peak. Gunung Jerai is a massive limestone outcrop rising 1200m
above sea level. The cool fresh mountain air is matched by the quiet serenity
of it's natural surroundings. On clear days, different vantage points on the
mountain offers spectaculars views of the rolling rice field of Kedah
stretching up to Perlis in the north; the emerald seas surrounding Penang in
the south-west and the legendary islands of Langkawi in the north-west.
A forestry museum is also located in the vicinity of this resort, displaying various species of wood available within the Gunung Jerai forest complex. This magnificent mountains has it's own share of history and fascinating legends.
A forestry museum is also located in the vicinity of this resort, displaying various species of wood available within the Gunung Jerai forest complex. This magnificent mountains has it's own share of history and fascinating legends.
Gunung
Keriang
In the vicinity of Alor Setar is a unique limestone
outcrop that will surely appeal to those who are adventurous at heart. The
mountainous features surrounded by padi fields is most suitable for outdoor
excursions. Most notable of these is Gunung Keriang which has its own share of
tales to tell.
Kota
Kuala Kedah
Kota Kuala Kedah
, at the mouth of the Kedah river, is also known as kota kuala bahang. Kota
means fort and this was build toward off Kedah's enemies who came from the sea.
It was reported to have been built by stone masons especially brought from
india. Today it is a fishing village, known for the variety of sea food that is
served by the numerous restaurants that have since carved their businesses at
the old historic site. Kota Kuala Kedah
Kota Kuala Kedah , at the mouth of the Kedah river, is also known as kota kuala bahang. Kota means fort and this was build toward off Kedah's enemies who came from the sea. It was reported to have been built by stone masons especially brought from india. Today it is a fishing village, known for the variety of sea food that is served by the numerous restaurants that have since carved their businesses at the old historic site.
Kota Kuala Kedah , at the mouth of the Kedah river, is also known as kota kuala bahang. Kota means fort and this was build toward off Kedah's enemies who came from the sea. It was reported to have been built by stone masons especially brought from india. Today it is a fishing village, known for the variety of sea food that is served by the numerous restaurants that have since carved their businesses at the old historic site.
Menara
Alor Setar
Menara Alor
Setar, a prominent and modern landmark in the heart of town signifies the rapid
state of development in Kedah. Apart from functioning as a telecommunication
tower, it has also become a tourist attraction. From the top of the tower one
can enjoy a spectacular view of Alor Setar by day or night.
