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Kangar

Perlis, Malaysia · Asia

About Kangar

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.

About Kangar

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. The town is also a gathering centre for

Read more 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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Where is Kangar located?

Kangar is located in Perlis, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 6.4414 latitude, 100.1986 longitude.

What is the population of Kangar?

Kangar has a population of approximately 63,869 people, making it a town in Malaysia.

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Quick Information

Population
63,869
Continent
Asia
Country
Malaysia
Region
Perlis
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
6.4414, 100.1986

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Malaysia

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
994
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Kangar

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

beach

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

scenic viewpoint

Langkawi Sky Bridge

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

Driving roads near Kangar

  • 59 kmLangkawi Sky BridgeA curved pedestrian bridge suspended 660 meters above sea level on Langkawi island, offering breathtaking views of the rainforest and Andaman Sea.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Kangar.

Kampung Oran

🇲🇾 Malaysia

6 km awayPop. 5,210

Kuala Perlis

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 13,917

Kampung Chuping

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 14,428

Kampung Hutan Arau

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 20,000

Padang Besar

🇲🇾 Malaysia

13 km awayPop. 16,235

Kodiang

🇲🇾 Malaysia

13 km awayPop. 4,946

Kampung Pering

🇲🇾 Malaysia

17 km awayPop. 7,227

Padang Sira

🇲🇾 Malaysia

18 km awayPop. 1,991

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