Langkawi History & Legends Tour: Mahsuri Tomb & Beras Terbakar

Itinerary

1. After hotel or port pickup at 9.30am, we will visit the legendary Mahsuri’s tomb (the site where Mahsuri died). The legend of Mahsuri supposedly accounts for Langkawi’s relatively ‘newfound’ success and judging by its increasing prosperity, the island has survived the curse. Description Mahsuri Tomb-Makam Mahsuri is a space in the legendary Princess Mahsuri and located at Kampung Mawat, 12km from Kuah, it is also known as Makam Mahsuri. Many natural attractions on the island have attached tales in the style of real English and Mahsuri the legend may be the most famous. (30 min) Admission included
2. The "Field of Burnt Rice" (Ladang Beras Terbakar) in Langkawi, Malaysia, holds historical significance dating back to the late 18th century. Legend has it that during a Siamese invasion in 1821, the locals of Langkawi, led by a woman named Mahsuri, sought refuge in this rice field. As a defensive measure, they set fire to the rice fields to prevent the invaders from harvesting the crops, leaving nothing behind for them to sustain themselves. (30 min)
3. (Please note this attraction close every Tuesday) Next, we will go to Atma Alam Batik Art Village, in Atma you will be able to witness the traditional batik printing process using wax and dye. You'll also get to buy Silk hand pulled and local handicraft cloth. Description Atma Alam Batik Art Village-Atma Alam Batik art village is a batik Centre especially designed to attract tourists and promote the art of batik in Langkawi. Located in Padang Matsirat, owner of Aza Osman, oil painter, and Roshadah Yusof, batik artist, designed a half acres in the Center as a place to showcase the creative spirit of batik. (30 min)
4. After that, we will proceed to Cenang Street. Along of Cenang Street you can have a walk at beachside, do some duty free shopping and you can find Underwater World which is one of the largest marine and fresh water aquaria in South East Asia. Description Cenang Street-Pantai Cenang is the busiest beach town on Langkawi Island, where you can find a diverse mix of cafes and restaurants, as well as souvenir shops, and duty-free outlets along its picturesque beach strip. Just a 10-minute drive from Langkawi International Airport, it’s a popular holiday destination for travelling families thanks to its kid-friendly attractions such as Underwater World Langkawi, Rice Garden Museum, and Kiki Club at Meritus Pelangi Resort & Spa. (30 min)
5. After that, heading towards eagle square Eagle Square which resembles the symbol of Langkawi, where a 39-foot-high (12-m) eagle statue stands tall. Eagle Square (Dataran Helang)-Dataran Lang also known as Eagle Square, Dataran Lang is one of Langkawi’s best known manmade attractions, a large sculpture of an eagle poised to take flight. A sight that greets visitors to the island via ferry, the 12 metre-tall statue is one of the island’s most instantly recognizable monuments. (30 min)
6. Kuah Town-Kuah town, Langkawi is the largest city in the southeast of the main island. It is a place where one can see little traffic heavy as compared to beaches such as Pantai Kok or Pantai Cenang. Most importantly, it is a place where you can buy so many things. At Kuah, you will realize that duty free shops only and anywhere along the way and it is really what makes the city attractive. After finished, the driver will drop you to the hotel or cruise terminal. (30 min)

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