One of the most popular groups of islands that belong to Malaysia is Langkawi. Part of Malaysia’s Kedah federal state, Langkawi consists of many beautiful tropical islands and is also named a ‘World Geopark’ by the UNESCO. Langkawi’s beautiful beaches, shopping districts, and lush tropical forests have also made it a popular destination for tourists. One of the most recommendable beach resorts Langkawi is The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa.
Among the many fascinating attractions of Langkawi is the Lagenda Langkawi. The Lagenda Langkawi is a unique ‘folklore-themed park’ which is known for its unique sculptures and beautiful landscape. Located near the Kuah Jetty, Lagenda Langkawi is a great place to visit to escape the hustle and bustle of Kuah town and spend some serene moments amongst rows of lush trees and sprawling lawns.
Opened in 1996 and spreading over an area of 50 hectares, Lagenda Langkawi is not only a great place to relax, but is also home to a range of amazing sculptures depicting Malaysian legends and folk tales. These statues are the main attraction and include statues of mythical creatures, legendary giants, and princes and princesses of folktales. Each of these statues contains tags with information on them, giving you an insight in what a statue symbolizes or depicts. Among the tales depicted is the poignant story of Mahsuri; which revolves around a mythical princess who was forced to be unjustly executed, and the tales of the legendary battle between Mat Raya and Mat Chinchang. While the statues are the primary attraction of the park, Lagenda Langkawi is also a great place to visit with your family for a picnic. You can walk your kids along the park while showing them the many statues, while enlightening them about the culture and beliefs of the Malaysian people.
Lagenda Langkawi doesn’t boast stunning features or thrilling attractions, but it does emanate an aura of calmness and culture, making it quite a unique place.
Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.
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