Kuah, the main town, is located on the southeastern
side of Pulau Langkawi. It is the take off point to the neighbouring
islands by ferry.
The name "Kuah" is a Malay word meaning "gravy"
and involves an old legend of two battling giants who overturned
a gigantic pot of curry at the spot where the town now stands.
Once a rustic town with a few streets, Kuah today is a thriving
centre of modern hotels and shopping-cum-business complexes, but
without the over-crowding and bustle of modern cities.
Kuah is
a duty free shopping haven with a wide variety of goods sold attractive
prices. The multi-racial population produces excellent culinary
delights, specially fresh seafood.
More attractions in Langkawi:
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