Kedah is situated on the north western coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The state is often referred to as the "Rice Bowl of Malaysia", because of the numerous rice fields that one can find over here. Though agriculture is a major contributor towards the state's economy, tourism is also fast catching up as a major industry of the state. The Kedah attractions consist of historical sites, gardens, parks, forests, beaches and numerous monuments, which attracts tourists to this state through out the year.


One of the biggest attractions of Kedah is the Langkawi Islands or Pulau Langkawi. The island is known for its beaches and amazing shorelines. Some of the most popular beaches that one can find over here includes Datai Beach, Cenang Beach and others. Langkawi is basically a cluster of 99 islands, which today has become a major tourist destination. Other attractions of this island are the Atma Alam or Batik Art Village and the Craft Cultural Complex.


Another very popular tourist attraction in Kedah is the Bukit Hijau Recreational Forest. This forest is particularly famous for its numerous waterfalls that create seven pools with crystal clear water. A very popular recreational park of Kedah is the Gunung Keriang Recreational Park. This spot is a prefect place to go for mountain treks and also for camping. One can enjoy the beauty of the mountains and explore the tropical jungles of the forest in search of wild animals and birds.


Pantai Merdeka is an extremely popular tourist spot of Kedah. It is known for its long stretch of white sandy beaches surrounded by the tranquil waters of the sea. The beach serves as a great spot for relaxing, sun bathing and is also a popular picnic spot.


Kedah also has a number of historical monuments, buildings and museums, which are major crowd pullers. For instance, the Balai Seni Negeri, or State Art Gallery is home to numerous paintings, artifacts and antique items. One can also pay a visit to the Zahir Mosque, the oldest mosque of Malaysia or check out the sacred instruments, used in royal ceremonies, weddings and other functions, in the Balai Nobat. Other Kedah attractions include Bujang Valley, Balai Besar, Telaga Tujuh, Gunung Jerai Resort and others.


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