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Some 30 km off the west coast of mainland Malaysia lies an archipelago of over 100 islands in the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. This is the Langkawi groups of islands, coveted as the Jewel of Kedah<\/strong>. And travelers of all kinds \u2013 nature lovers, history buffs, adventure seekers, and even hopeless romantics \u2013 are sure to find something to match their interests within these numerous Langkawi islands<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n

The main Langkawi island<\/strong> itself is known for its marvelous diving opportunities. And that\u2019s not all! From an expansive Underwater World<\/strong> along the Pantai Cenang<\/strong> to the high-flying Cable Car<\/strong> in Pantai Kok<\/strong>, Langkawi continues to provide a new delight in every minute fragment.<\/p>\n

About Langkawi Island<\/h2>\n
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As mentioned before, Langkawi is a group of 104 islands in Malaysia. Most of these islands are uninhabited. Of the few inhabited Langkawi islands, the largest one is the Pulau Langkawi or the main Langkawi island. This main Langkawi island in Malaysia<\/strong> is known for its geography that is a mixture of picturesque paddy fields and jungle-clad hills.<\/p>\n

Best Time To Visit Langkawi Islands<\/h2>\n
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Langkawi sees three major seasons; namely the dry season (between November and March), the mid-season (between April and July), and the wet season (between August and October).<\/p>\n

Peak tourist season in Langkawi:<\/strong> The dry season in Langkawi is offers plenty of sunshine and minimum rainfall. The temperatures range from 32\u00b0 C \u2013 35\u00b0 C during daytime and from 25\u00b0 C \u2013 28\u00b0 C at night. It isn\u2019t too windy and the sea water is steady & perfect for watersports such as snorkeling & jet-skiing.<\/p>\n

Recommended time to visit Langkawi:<\/strong> The dry season, being the peak tourist season, draws the maximum crowd. So, hotel & flight prices are the highest. The mid-season has only occasional rainfalls and the temperatures are not too high either. What\u2019s more? You can expect discounts up to 50%. And the beaches will be more or less deserted, thereby offering a peaceful vacation.<\/p>\n

A word of caution:<\/strong> Langkawi is a Muslim state. So, during the Ramadan days, most islanders leave early from work. So, many establishments either close early or remain closed altogether. We suggest you check with the travel agent about the same at the time of booking.<\/p>\n

Langkawi Island Location:<\/strong> Langkawi, Malaysia<\/p>\n

Places To Visit In Langkawi<\/h2>\n

But while taking a tour of the archipelago, you will come across several tourist places. Here\u2019s a list of the major tourist attractions in Langkawi island group.<\/p>\n

1. Islands<\/h3>\n
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The islands around the main Langkawi island are known for their verdant jungles, limestone formations & caves, and unique wildlife that roams freely. While most of these continue to remain uninhabited, a select few have been transformed into scuba-diving sites, protected marine parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and luxe resorts.<\/p>\n

Island hopping in Langkawi covers the following islands other than the main Pulau Langkawi island:<\/p>\n