Located
at the estuarine of Sungai Perlis, Kuala Perlis is a port town. There
are about 10,000 people residing in this somewhat muddled but uniquely
attractive town. Fishing is an industry and everything else related to
it is a major item in the shops and warehouses. Kuala Perlis is noted
for its local food, such as Laksa or rice noodles dipped in spicy fish-soup
with sliced onion and cucumbers. Kuala Perlis is also the second largest
town in the state and is the entry and exit point to Langkawi, as well
as Phuket Island and other coastal towns in Southern Thailand.
Perlis
Craft Cultural Complex
About
8km from Kangar, the Perlis Craft Cultural Complex is a place where visitors
should stop by. This complex offers a wide range of Malaysian handicraft,
such as delicate hand drawn batik, and intricately carved silverware.
An assortment of handmade items, including baskets, ceramics, and rattan
products are also available.
Kangar
Bordered
by an expanse of verdant green-golden padi fields, Kangar is the capital
city of the state. It is a low-lying town with modern looking buildings.
The State Mosque, Masjid Alwi, occupies an ideal part of the town. Sungai
Batu Pahat, 10km east from Kangar, offers a variety of attractions. This
popular picnic spot comprises of a playground, an animal farm, and a bird
park.
Located
at the estuarine of Sungai Perlis, Kuala Perlis is a port town. There
are about 10,000 people residing in this somewhat muddled but uniquely
attractive town. Fishing is an industry and everything else related to
it is a major item in the shops and warehouses. Kuala Perlis is noted
for its local food, such as Laksa or rice noodles dipped in spicy fish-soup
with sliced onion and cucumbers. Kuala Perlis is also the second largest
town in the state and is the entry and exit point to Langkawi, as well
as Phuket Island and other coastal towns in Southern Thailand.
About
8km from Kangar, the Perlis Craft Cultural Complex is a place where visitors
should stop by. This complex offers a wide range of Malaysian handicraft,
such as delicate hand drawn batik, and intricately carved silverware.
An assortment of handmade items, including baskets, ceramics, and rattan
products are also available.
Bordered
by an expanse of verdant green-golden padi fields, Kangar is the capital
city of the state. It is a low-lying town with modern looking buildings.
The State Mosque, Masjid Alwi, occupies an ideal part of the town. Sungai
Batu Pahat, 10km east from Kangar, offers a variety of attractions. This
popular picnic spot comprises of a playground, an animal farm, and a bird
park.
