Rent a car At Langkawi Island – Langkawi Car Rental .

Two ways to get around the island of Langkawi are taxi and cars rental .Both have their own distinct advantages .
You can get a taxis or car rental at Langkawi Jetty or Langkawi Airport .Taxis are the only convenient form of public transportation available . Most of the time (aside from early mornings and late nights) rides do not need to be pre-arranged. There are many taxis making regular loops around tourist destinations, whose drivers are very eager to make money.
The best option is to hire a car or a motorbike. Hiring a car can be anywhere between RM50 to RM250 based on the season. Its a small island and getting around having your own mode of transport is a great option as you can pit stop several times to enjoy the view of the sea and the beautiful landscape.

Kia Picanto ( RM60/24hrs)

Nissan Serena ( RM130/24hrs )
There are numerous car rental agencies available on Langkawi, many of which will have agents located Langkawi Jetty Kuah and Langkawi International Airport. Cars are fairly cheap during the low season, ranging from RM50 – RM150 per day. During the high season expect to pay substantially more. Driving is fairly laid back on the island because of the scarce traffic, with the main hazards being muddy roads, the occasional water buffalo crossing and motorbikes. Reserving a rental ahead of time is not necessary, as there are plenty available year round. Prices for car rental are often negotiable locally. Bargaining is recommended.

Kancil ( RM50/24hrs)

Wira (RM60/24hrs)
Langkawi is a great place to explore by car. The island can easily be circled in a day, but to visit all the beautiful beaches, different shopping areas, great restaurants and dozens of attractions at leisure and discover your own Langkawi, recommend a hire car for at least three days. Langkawi is a duty free island so cars are cheap to buy, and also cheap to rent. Cars can be picked up and dropped at the Langkawi Jetty Kuah or airport or at your hotel.
Link for Langkawi Directory : http://www.langkawipages.com/
Link for Car Rental (Bahasa) : http://www.panduanmelanconglangkawi.com/

Langkawi Craft Complex

Langkawi Craft Complex was built in 1996 with a total built-up of approximately 98000 square feet in a 32 acres of land .This magnificient complex is surrounded by lush green and beautiful landscaped gardens and nestled on a hillside overlooking the sea .It is accessible easily via northern coastline of Langkawi Island which is in the vicinity of Teluk Yu about 30 minutes drive from the airport or 45 minutes from Kuah town .

As one of the largest one-stop craft shopping spot and must visit centre ,it houses local craft outlets and stalls offering a wide range of Malaysian handmade crafts and souvenirs such as batik ,songket ,bamboo,rattan,ceramic ,intricate carved silverware,,pewter ware ,carved wood,native craft traditional musical instrument ,traditional herb products and many others .
The complex also housed heritage/wedding/historical museum as well as incubator workshops where visitors are able to witness and learn the most famous historical legend of Langkawi namely Mahsuri ,indigenous craft of the oldies,wedding customes and its accessories used by Malaysian in their their wedding as well as the live making by extraordinary glass blowing skills of craftsmen and delicate hand-drawn batik for free of charge .

Apart from that ,daily live demonstrations on viewing of songket and pandanus leaves being display to show our visitor how these crafts masterpiece are produce .Adjacent to the building is a restaurant that offers a delicious traditional Malay delicacy and beverages at the reasonable price .

The complex also organize a program namely craft education program for locals and foreigner where they can have the opportunity for a hands on experience at making some local handicraft such as batik painting .
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How to get there :
Access to it is either by taxi or car .The car rental service are available in Jetty or Airport .

Open daily from : 10.00am – 6.00pm
Tel : 604-9591913
http://www.kraftangan.gov.my/
kklangkawi@kraftangan.gov.my

http://www.panduanmelanconglangkawi.com/

http://www.langkawipages.com/

Langkawi Snake Sanctuary - Othman and Ayu will stay for 88 hours in a glass cage with 8 different types of poisonous snakes !

Situated in a beautiful parkland opposite Kampung Tok Senik Resort in Langkawi, the Snake Sanctuary is another fascinating venue for tourists. It is home to venomous and non-venomous snakes from all over the world.

…Othman is a nature guide at the Andaman who is one of the most knowledgeable snake experts in Malaysia .From Dec 6 ,1998 to Jan 2nd ,1999 ,he staged a publicity stunt so daring that those who witnessed it still talk about it with disbelief .Almost exactly 10 years ago,Othman locked himself up for 27 continuous days and nights with 150 deadly cobras at Lagenda Parks ,surviving 3 snakebites and earning himself a listing in the 1999 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records. To celebrate ( if that’s the word for it ) the 10th anniversary of the event,Othman is planning to lock himself in a glass enclosure at the Langkawi Snake Sanctuary with 8 types of poisonous snake for 8 days on the 8th day of August 2008 ( 08/08/08 ) .This time when snakes are most likely to bite with them .

“ My aim this time is not to go for a record,” He explains.” Now I am just trying to give real information about snakes.” …..
….Besides being a snake expert ,Othman is a trained practitioner of the art of snake charming .For those who have not seen the incredible daily performances at Langkawi Snake Sanctuary ,the Malay version of snake charming is much more spectacular and risky than the Indian flute-playing version .There is no basket and no flute between man and snake .The snake are not defanged or drugged .,and charmer uses his whole body ( in particular the hands,knees and feet ) to tease ,tame or provoke the snake ,finally lulling the snake into a trance so that it can be kissed at the head .

Othman eventually found a master snake charmer to train him not just in snake charming but also in herbs and traditional Malay snakebite cures . Today ,due to a previous accident that put a charmer into a 3-day coma, Langkawi Snake Sanctuary will not allows their charmer to perform with king cobras unless Othman is around to administer treatment should someone get bitten …..
….Othman has just been reinstated as the consultant for Langkawi Snake Sanctuary .After he left the post in 2002 ,the eye-catching giant snake ribs that lined the entrance walkway were dismantled and the herd garden where he grew his snake bite remedies was removed .But Othman now has big plans to revitalize Langkawi Snake Sanctuary and make it a topnotch attraction for both locals and tourists alike . He is submitting proposals for there to be guides to explain the exhibits to guests,for the exhibition hall to be darkened and jungle scenery installed ,for his herb garden to be replanted ,and for a wildlife research and rescue centre to be built on the land next to be parking lot . He hopes that the 8-day event in August will generate enough publicity to convince Langkawi Snake Sanctuary management t fund his proposals . ...Info from langkawi link - by Patrick Low

From August 1 to August 8 ,come to the Langkawi Snake Sanctuary and hear Langkawi’s most fearless snake handlers Othman and Ayu lecture about venomous snakes – While Locked Up In A Cage Full Of Deadly Snakes !

Location : Snake Sanctuary Langkawi .Phone : 604-9557288 Fax : 604-9557257
Snake Show times : 11.30 am , 3.00pm
Ticket : From RM3.00 – RM15.00

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Langkawi - Underwaterworld Langkawi

Underwater World Langkawi is one of the largest marine and fresh water aquaria in South East Asia. Since the start of its operation on 26 August 1995, it has become one of the must visit tourist destinations in Langkawi and has attracted a large number of foreign as well as local tourists.















The concept and theme of Underwater World Langkawi are geared towards Knowledge, Education and Entertainment. It is built to raise awareness on the importance of conserving our precious aquatic life forms, thus creating understanding of the deep and inseparable bond between man and nature.
Unique to Underwater World Langkawi is the gigantic 15-meter long walk-through tunnel consisting of 500,000 liter seawater which houses many big fishes and sea creatures including the Giant Green Turtle.

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Galeria Perdana – Langkawi Island .

Over 7000 collection of Tun Mahathir’s gifts and arwards .
Galeria Perdana Langkawi showcases various awards,souvivners and gifts received by the fourth Malaysian Prime Minister The Honourable Tun Dr.Mahathir b. Mohamad and wife The honourable Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah bt.Mohd.Ali from world leaders and statesmen as well as Malaysians in his tenure as the Prime Minister of Malaysia.

This is the line with Tun’s belief that the collection belong to the people of Malaysia. Through these gestures of friendship from all over the world,visitors will have the opportunity to appreciate the uniqueness and diversity of various arts and culture potrayed.
Galeria Perdana Langkawi also serves to express Tun’s appreciation and acknowledgement of the generousity from various donors.

Galeria Perdana consists of 3 interconnected two-storey oriental architectural design building in Kilim,11km from Kuah Town .The exhibits displayed are diversed in nature to achieve the ambience of a harmonious and creative interaction among the various artistic ,cultural values and aesthetics potrayed by the numerous exhibits from all over the world .

Block A – Ground floor .
Exhibit unique gifts and souvenirs made of wood,lacquer,crystal and glass .An interesting array of beautiful gemstones and music.

First Floor .
al instruments also from part of the display .
Houses items made of porcelain and luxurious textiles.As islam is the official religion of Malaysia ,one may also view gifts presented to Tun Dr.Mahathir that are Islamic in nature.

Block B .
As the beloved and respected wife of Tun Dr.Mahathir ,Tun Dr.Siti Hasmah also received many finely crafted gifts both from Heads of States as well as members of the public .All of them are exhibited in the first floor .Also exhibited on the ground floor are gifts made from silver,bronze ,pewter and copper .

Tributes .
Leading from Block B to block C is a connecting corridor ,where one may read various tributes paid by the public to their respected and well-loved Tun Mahathir Mohamad and Tun Dr.Siti Hasmah .
Block C – First Floor .
On this floor is a collection of exquisite paintings,jewellery and other gifts received by the former Prime Minister from all over the world .
Ground Floor .
Vehicles and miniature models of vehicles as well as structural models are exhibited here on the ground floor of the newest block of Galeria Perdana Langkawi .
Visit Hours ;
8.30am – 5.30pm (Daily)

Entrance Fee ;
Adults - RM10.00*
Children – RM4.00*
Camera – RM2.00
Video Camera – RM5.00

*Special rate for Mykad Holders

Phone : 604-9591498

Fax : 604-9591819

Langkawi Island- Dataran Lang

Dataran Lang (Eagle Square) is Langkawi's most prominent landmark for visitors arriving by sea.Situated near the Kuah jetty, the main attraction of the square is the magnificent statue of the reddish brown eagle majestically poised for flight. According to local folklore, Langkawi derived its name from the eagle or "helang". In old Malay, "kawi" denotes reddish brown, hence, Langkawi means reddish brown eagle!

The square is beautifully landscaped and features scenic ponds, bridges, covered terraces, restaurants and barrel vaults made of bricks. Its close proximity to the sea and the soft breezes make it an ideal spot for leisurely walks and a tranquil setting for dining in the cool evenings.

The square is beautifully illuminated at night and presents a dramatic scene as you approach the island by sea. Indeed, the majestic eagle is strategically positioned to welcome visitors to Langkawi.

Open : Every day

Free

Langkawi Activity - Langkawi Beach Run 2008

Worth of prizes to be won – RM30000.00

Date : 12 July 2008
Day : Saturday
Locatin : Pantai Tengah Langkawi .

Categories ;
International Open
Malaysian Open
Veteran Open
Junior Open
Children Open

Langkawi Geopark Beach Run 2008, What was a 10Km rest in Cenang last year has now become a more challenging 21 km race that will traverse the lush green padi fields and panoramic ocean views of the Pantai Tengah area . The prizes are bigger this year too . The race is open to local residents as well as visitors , and participants stand to win prizes totaling RM30000.00 .Event organizer llias Ismail has expanded the categories to allow participants of all ages to enter .They will be sorted into 21km , 10km and 3km runs . The categories this years (followed by registration fee ) is as follows ;
International Open = RM50.00
Malaysian Open = RM25.00
Veteran Open = RM25.00
Juniors Open = RM15.00
Children Open = Free .
More info : http://www.langkawibeachrun.com/
Email : ilias@langkawibeachrun.com

List Langkawi Hotels five star .

Langkawi Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa
sits on 30 acres of award-winning landscaped gardens in a gorgeous waterfront setting on Pantai Cenang Beach. This five-star accommodation offers 350 rooms housed in carved wooden chalets. Guest rooms are inspired and designed after the style of a traditional Malay village, Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi architecture was conceptualised to blend in with the environment. Characteristically raised on stilts, they feature sloping roofs, exposed roof tiles, trusses and a private balcony.

Elegantly furnished in soft, pastel colours, each guestroom is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities while the lighting creates a soft, cosy ambience. For relaxing after your busy day of fun, there is the Teratai Spa with a full-range of rubs and scrubs plus a steam and sauna room. Dining options are equally tempting with the Spice Market Restaurant.

Address:

Pantai Cenang, 07000 Langkawi,
Kedah, Malaysia
Tel: (60-4) 952 8888

Fax: (60-4) 952 8899

Email: pelangi.pbl@meritus-hotels.com
Click here for Pelangi Website

Langkawi The Datai Hotel,

situated on the north-western tip of the pristine Malaysian island of Langkawi, provides an idyllic natural retreat within the depths of a centuries-old virgin rainforest. Set above a secluded cove, the resort has its own white sand beach facing the peaceful Andaman sea. Free-standing villas crafted from local materials are scattered throughout the forest and are connected to the resort's central areas by a series of pathways.

The Pavillion, situated high up in the rainforest canopy, offers authentic Thai cuisine in an open-air setting. The resort also features an 18-hole championship golf course, tennis courts, The Spa, a private beach and watersports pavilion, two swimming pools, a health club and more.

The Datai, Langkawi

Jalan Teluk Datai

07000 Pulau Langkawi

Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia
Tel: (60 4) 959-2500

Fax: (60 4) 959-2600
http://www.ghmluxuryhotels.com/Datai.htm

Langkawi Casa Del Mar

Located on the South-Western coast of Langkawi, Casa del Mar is merely a 10-minute ride from Langkawi International Airport and within close proximity to Kuah Town. The resort sits on Pantai Cenang Beach, the most popular entertainment area in Langkawi with a wide selection of restaurants and pubs nearby.
All Casa del Mar guests are offered transfers to and from the airport in air-conditioned comfort. The cost is RM 50.00 per journey minimum two persons and RM10 per extra person. If arriving at the ferry terminal there are plenty of taxis available and a one-way fare will cost around RM24.00.

The heart of Casa del Mars philosophy is to tailor unique experiences around individual guests, providing them with a tranquil hideaway. Offering breath-taking sea view accommodation, innovative dining options and spa facilities, 29 room Casa del Mar is the perfect oasis for travellers looking for a private and peaceful retreat. Casa Del Mar is your Home by the Sea. Over the months of May to July this year, the hotel will undergo soft furnishing refurbishments on its rooms and bathrooms, and extension works on one of its wings to include a purpose-built Spa and a small meeting room. The hotel assures guests that most of the work will be carried out in it is northern section, and measures have been taken to minimize noise and inconvenience, although there may be occasions when these are inevitable.
Casa del Mar Langkawi, Malaysia

Jalan Pantai Cenang,

Mukim Kedawang

Langkawi 07000,Kedah

Tel : (60) (4) 955 2388

Fax : (60) (4) 955 2228

Email : info@casadelmar-langkawi.com

http://www.casadelmar-langkawi.com

Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Malaysia.

An archipelago of 99 islands in the Andaman Sea, Langkawi is a tropical paradise of lush foliage and dramatic cliffs. Set on Tanjung Rhu, one of the island's best beaches, Four Seasons combines indigenous architecture with gracious service in a resort experience unmatched in Malaysia.
General information
Once a haven for pirates, Langkawi is a nature lover’s dream, blessed with an equatorial climate, crystal clear emerald waters and tropical flora and fauna. Two thirds of the island’s dramatic mountainous landscape is covered with rainforest, while granite cliffs stretch down to powdery white beaches. Superb coral reefs lie just offshore.

The island’s cultural and ethnic diversity can be traced back to its days as an entrepôt for Chinese, Indian and Arab traders. Of the 99 islands that make up the archipelago, Langkawi is one of only two that are inhabited.
Located on Langkawi’s northern cape, Four Seasons Resort Langkawi stretches along a 1.5-kilometre (one-mile) expanse of fine white sand, against a backdrop of towering granite cliffs and mountainous rainforest, facing west to the Andaman Sea.
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
Jalan Tanjung Rhu, 07000 Langkawi
Tel: 60 (4) 950 8888
Fax: 60 (4) 950 8899
http://www.fourseasons.com/langkawi/


THE ANDAMAN, DATAI BAY

Jalan Teluk Datai,

07000 Pulau Langkawi

Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia
Tel: (604) 959 1088Fax: (604) 959 1168
sales@ghmhotels.com.my
reservations@theandaman.com
http://www.theandaman.com/

Tanjung Rhu Langkawi Hotel

Tanjung Rhu sits on the northern tip of Langkawi - close to the Thai border. The Tanjung Rhu Resort is the only resort on this part of the island - ensuring its exclusivity and the privacy of its guests. The resort is located about 30 minutes by car from the Langkawi International Airport.
For more information please contact:
Tanjung Rhu Resort

Mukim Ayer Hangat
07000 Pulau Langkawi

Kedah DarulamanMalaysia

Tel: 604-959-1033

Fax: 604-959-1899

resort@tanjungrhu.com.my
http://www.tanjungrhu.com.my/

Comfortable. Enticing. Enchanting.
These are three words that you will carry with you after spending your time at Tanjung Rhu Resort, Langkawi.
With comfortable and luxurious rooms, island tour around Langkawi, an evening at our world renowned restaurants and more; Tanjung Rhu Resort, Langkawi will entices you to come and stay with us longer.

Room;
The easy-life charm of Tanjung Rhu echoes through the resort, tingeing the luxuries of a deluxe property, with a casual, unhurried ambience. Welcome drinks, fruit basket and cold towels is served to wish you ‘Selamat Datang’ (Welcome).
Guest have a choice of five types of rooms at the 136-room Tanjung Rhu Resort:
Damai - 50sqm
Cahaya - 60sqm
Bayu Suria - 80sqm
Bayu Senja - 80sqm
Anjung - 100sqm
Each room is spacious, with timber floors and large windows, to take advantage of the tropical breeze and a choice of enchanting garden, pool or sea view for you. Employing the best of the Asian-Eastern influence, our decor is complemented with upholstery and drapes in soft Thai silk and pure Indian cotton fabrics.
All rooms are equipped with LCD TV, DVD and compact disc player, private bar with coffee machine and oversized bath with separate shower. Bayu and Anjung rooms are equipped with dataport.

Langkawi Mangrove – Location Kilim River

Mangrove forests are important link in maintaining the dedicate balance of the eco-systems particularly with its unique root systems which prevent soil erosion and clean the waters . The Mangrove forest of Langkawi ,the only ones in Malaysia which grow on limestones bed ,serve this purpose and are also a haven for untold natural wonders of flora and fauna ,a sanctuary for birdlife ,insects ,reptiles and primates .The limestone hills of the area also have a rich assortment of species such as ornamental plants other flora ,lichen and fungi . Many bird species inhabit the area among which are the Brahminy kite and the white – bellied sea eagles .Other biodiversity can be found on the mudflats,beaches and the sea .

The Mangrove forests can be experienced at the forests reserves in Sungai Air Hangat Langkawi ,Sungai Kilim Langkawi ,Sungai Kisap Langkawi and the Tuba Straits.You can take the small boat cruises which will bring you close to the vegetation and wildlife .The tours also include visits to limestone caves and the opportunity to witness eagles feeding and other marine life .

At the Langkawi Kilim Mangrove - Caves are plenteous within the Geoforest Park . Cave explorers can expect to find many fascinating grottos to venture and not limited to those mentioned . There are also many ways to survey the caves where Gua Buaya ( crocodile cave) can be explored by boat, as the Kilim River flows into the Bats cave or Gua Kelawar on foot where you can walk along a wooden platform through the mangrove swamp to the cave .

Langkawi Agropark - Mardi Langkawi

It functions as a centre for technology transfer and information dissemination concerning agro-industry. The park is also designed as an eco-tourism spot for visitors to Langkawi. It is located at the neighbourhood of Lubuk Semilang Recreational Park with panoramic view of forested Gunung Raya catchment area.

Activity at Langkawi agropark – Mardi ;

Tropical farm visit –
The farm covers an area of 14.2 ha (40% of total land area) with more than 20 fruit types, both seasonal and non-seasonal. The orchard species include star fruit, guava, citrus, mango, rambutan, pulasan, durian, chempedak, jack fruits, longan, mangosteen, dokong, duku langsat and others.Visitors to the fruit farm can experience the fresh taste of the tropical fruits besides the opportunity to acquire knowledge on the various species available .

Recreational Centre –
An additional attraction of the Agro Technology Park is the recreational centre of preserved natural forest. The area is destined as a protected environment for visitors to experience the cool tropical climate of the jungle and learn about the exotic flora and fauna hidden in the woods.For those interested to stay overnight, camping sites with basic facilities are available for rental. Trails for jungle trekking is constructed through the forest for the more adventurous campers. Others may want to go fishing by the ponds in the valley at the edge of at the forest

The AgroTechnology Park is only 10 minutes away by car/taxi from Kuah or Langkawi International Airports. The major attractions include technology information centre, tropical fruit farms, sheltered hi-tech vegetable farms and naturally conserved surrounding areas for recreational purposes.

Contact ;
Mardi Langkawi .
Tel : 604 -953 2550

604 - 953 2551

Fax : 604 - 955 3991

e-mail : lgkagro@mardi.my

More info : http://www.mardi.my/tourismlang2006/index.htm

New info from the big underwater World Langkawi ,Pantai Cenang ,Langkawi island .

Underwater World Langkawi tunnel tank to reopen soon .

Visitor can expect a unique experience .

The Underwater World Langkawi tunnel tank will reopen to the public next month ( June ) and visitor can expect a unique and surreal “underwater experience” .
It will be as though they are walking on the ocean bed .
Underwater World Langkawi marketing and communications executive Siti Raudhah Shaari said the tunnel was closed in November last year for refurbishment works.
She said the official reopening ceremony would be held on June 21 when Underwater World Langkawi would present those in the travel industry with awards in recognition of their contributions and support .
She said the event would be graced by Kedah Mentri Besar Azizan Abdul Razak and that the original tunnel design had been improvised to provide visitor with the surreal feeling as they passed trough .
The new attraction would be the sea nettle jellyfish with its signature long tail .More sea creatures such a zebra sharks,black tip sharks,giant grouper and sea turtles will be on display.
Currently,she added ,some of th bigger fishes like the sharks and stingray were being housed in hexagon tanks.
“These creatures will be move to the tunnel tank because it is bigger.Visitor can also try spotting our two Rockhopper Penguin chicks which hatched in September last year and are doing well as well as 19 adult penguins.
“Also ,keep a look out for the African Penguin chichk with hatched early this year .It is the one without a black stripe across its chest,”she said,adding that since March 2006,18 penguin chick were successfully hatched at Underwater World Langkawi .

By Christina Chin ..The star .

Langkawi Car Rental ..... http://www.langkawicarrental.blogspot.com/

Langkawi pages ...... http://www.langkawipages.com/

Langkawi Car Rental
If you need the self-drive at Langkawi island ,you can rent a car !

The extensive network of good roads provide easy accessibility to every part of the main island. Car rentals are easily available either at the Airport or at Kuah town and cost around RM50.00 to RM 120.00 per day,depending on the model of the vehicle.The rate car defferent at the low season and peak season .

Example ,

for low season PROTON WIRA you must pay RM60 per 24hrs ,

for peak season PROTON WIRA could be pay RM90-RM100 per 24hrs .

Motorcycles of all shapes and sizes can be rented for a minimum of RM30-45 a day If you wish to rent vans, cars. or motorcycles for your personal use, ensure that the vehicles are insured and that you have a valid driving license. It is said that driving in Langkawi can be dangerous, not because of traffic but due to wandering water buffaloes and cows, especially at night!So, drive carefully and enjoy the good roads and scenic beauty at island . If you like to rent a car ..come on and test the good condition .

Lots of car model to rent at Langkawi island … kancil ,wira ,sentra ,waja ,van 8 seater , van 12 seaters , MPV serena , innova , Nara ,avanza ,… you can link here to see the list of car rate .. http://www.langkawicarrental.blogspot.com

A Fond Farewell to Dr. Ghani - Do you remember about my title Langkawi Herbwalk with Dr. Ghani ?

This statement from Langkawi link -

...Dr. Ghani has left Langkawi permanently for the academic halls of the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia ( National University of Malaysia ) to set up a university curriculum for the study of traditional Malay and Islamic medicine .

...here is Dr. Ghani email to patrick before he left ...;

"Tears fill my eyes thinking of the need to leave my home of 24 years .There are many reasons but i would say the most important is that of national interest.The university had comfirmed their urgent need for me to develop the degree program in Traditional Malay Madicine and Islamic Medicine.It is indeed a heavy burden upon my shoulders but i dare take the challenge .After all ,this is what i had dream of doing 7 year ago - to eventually build a school ,to teach traditional Malay medicine and lift both to heights of excellence ....

..While we are glad that the UKM has the foresight to create such a progressive university programme and to recognise that Dr.Ghani is the only person in the world who can run it,i am saddened to know that we're lost one of the nice people on the island .And most despressing of all,who is going to preserve all the rare plants on the island ?

...articles from Patrick Low ..

This is one of articles from Dr. Ghani to langkawi link ...

Pepper the King of Spices - Lada Maharaja Rempah .

Do black and white pepper come from the same fruit or they two different fruits ? It may surprise you to know that black and white pepper are the same fruit ( Piper Nigrum ,L) harvested at different stages of maturity and processed differently.Black pepper is harvested and dried when the fruit is unripe and green .That is why black peppercorns come out black and with a wrinkled surface ( the outer skin of the fruit still intact ) .The white pepper is harvested when the fruit has turned orange when almost ripe . The fruit is soaked and the skin peeled off leaving the seed ,which is then dried .

The elders of the island told me that a long time ago ,Pulau Langkawi used to be known as Pulau Lada .As early as 1007 AD ,the Indians had recordedthe origin of pepper from the large Pulau Lada of the Lancavi Archipelago .This is evidence of an ancient settled community in Langkawi . I believe that Langkawi had been originally populated by the Achinese ( of which I am one ) ,the Siamese Muslims from southern Thailand and people from mainland Kedah .The lived in different areas of the island : west coast the Siamese,and the east coast the Kedahans.Over the years,intermarriage between them had necessitate the opening of more inland areas like Ulu Melaka ,which is multiethnic.

Black pepper should be hot, very pungent in taste and have a strong aroma. The grains should be hard and not very full of wrinkles .Small,shriveled grains that break easily between your fingers are of inferior quality .The white pepper on the other hand is less hot and pungent because it is devoid of the outer pungent and aromatic skin .The powdered pepper that you buy is invariably adulterated with other ingredients .In order to get pure pepper powder ,it is best to grind whole peppercorns yourself .

We are well aware of the culinary use of pepper ,but did you know that pepper helps in the digestion of food by stimulating the production of saliva and increases the flowof gastric and intestinal juices ? it also improves circulation of blood ,removes gas and enhances absorption of nutrients .

Pepper is is known as the king of spices because almost all countries use pepper in cooking .In the olden days,pepper was used as a meat preservative because of its antifungal and antibacterial properties .As medicine ,pepper helps relieve pain , especially rheumatic pains.It reduces fever and chills because of its diaproretic ( sweat-inducing ) properties ,and makes a good cough remedy when mixed with honey .

Here is a simple treatment for tooth-ache :

'Put 8 black peppercorns in a half cup of boiling water .Let its stand for 10-15 minutes and use this as a mouth wash while still warm.Leave this pepper tea in your mouth ,bathing the score tooth until the solution cools .Spit it out and repeat the procedure several times . (Note:this is for pain relief only.You would still need to see your dentist )

.. from langkawi link ...

2 activities at Langkawi Island

1. 25-27 April

Langkawi - Adang - Satun International Fishing Challenge ( LASIFC );

A fun-filled 3-day fishing competition that trancends international borders,prmosie fun ,top prize and an exchange of two cultures .

Sponsored by both Tourism Langkawi and Satun Province Thailand .

Tel : 604-9698080 Email : info@tourismlangkawi.gov.my

2. Location at Tuba Island .

Wilderness Langkawi Challenge 2008.

An adventure race around the island involving kayaking,trail running ,swimming ,ropes course ,mountain biking and many more ! Take part in either of categories : 'slow and steady' or 'Fast and Furious' .

Placing strong emphasis on equal opportunity to discover this exciting sport, the race is divided into 2 categories – “Slow & Steady” for beginners and “Fast & Furious” for professionals. This allows newbies to discover this sport at their own pace without feeling intimidated by the professionals. With more than RM20,000.00 worth of prizes up for grabs, teams of two competitors (men’s, women’s or mixed) race in a multidiscipline challenge involving navigation, endurance, skills and guts. You will kayak, run, climb, mountain bike, and navigate your way around a course that's only revealed hours before you begin.

http://www.wildernessmalaysia.com

Tel : 604-9668000

email : info@wildernessmalaysia.com