Alor Setar Travel Guide
Also known as Alor Star, this loud and lively city can become overwhelming at times, but there are plenty of great daytrips nearby where you can escape the hustle and bustle.
- Worth It?
- Although the city is noisy and dirty, it is a good place to spend the night if you need to break up your journey.
- What to Do
- discover Malay art in the city's galleries, pick up a bargain at the market, tour the city mosques, learn about the Alor Setar's history in its museums.
- Best Time to Go
- temperatures remain constant throughout the year although there are heavy rain showers during November and December.
- How Long?
- Overnight.
Alor Setar is the capital of Kedah State, situated on the west coast of Malaysia. Although there isn't as much to do here as in other parts of Malaysia, there is an impressive collection of buildings in various styles and this is a good place to discover Malay art and architecture. The city is also surrounded by natural beauty such as rich paddy fields, forests and fishing villages.
At the mouth of the Kedah River is Kuala Kedah Fort, which was built to protect Kedah from sea invasions. The nearby fishing village is a great place to eat as there are a number of restaurants serving fresh fish right on the banks of the river.
Alor Setar is an ideal place to eat as fish dishes, spicy curries, rice and fried meats are abundant here. For the ultimate dining experience, eat at the Restoran Sri Angkasa rotating restaurant, which is located at the top of Alor Star tower.
Travel to Alor Setar - Getting There
Most visitors travel to Alor Setar via Alor Setar Airport, which is situated 15kms north of the city. There are regular flights here from Kuala Lumpur and the journey takes just 55 minutes.
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