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Langkawi
A UNESCO geopark archipelago with duty-free shopping, cable cars over ancient rainforest, and stunning Andaman Sea beaches.
45 km · about 50 min drive
Perlis, Malaysia · Asia
Kangar sits on the route: 10 minutes from Kampung Oran, 45km from Langkawi.
Kangar is a town located in Perlis, Malaysia. With a population of 63,869, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kangar sits in Malaysia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kuala Lumpur time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kangar to your route.
Kangar (Kedah Malay: Kangaq) is the state capital and the largest town in Perlis, Malaysia. It has a population of 48,898 and an area of 2,619.4 ha. It is located next to the Thailand border, in the northernmost point of Peninsular Malaysia. It is situated by the Perlis River.
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the paddy rice production of the surrounding district. Its municipal government is unified with that of the neighbouring communities of Arau and Kaki Bukit. The centre of Kangar is Sena Province. The town is the smallest state capital in Malaysia and its inhabitants are mostly farmers and civil servants. Its industries include cement, saw milling, rubber, paper, and processing of sugar and prawns.
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Kangar is located in Perlis, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 6.4414 latitude, 100.1986 longitude.
Kangar has a population of approximately 63,869 people, making it a town in Malaysia.
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A UNESCO geopark archipelago with duty-free shopping, cable cars over ancient rainforest, and stunning Andaman Sea beaches.
45 km · about 50 min drive
scenic viewpoint
A curved pedestrian bridge suspended 660 meters above sea level on Langkawi island, offering breathtaking views of the rainforest and Andaman Sea.
59 km · about 70 min drive
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