Sungai Petani Travel Guide
Sungai Petani is a friendly town in the northern state of Kedah. Farming is very much the lifeline of this region and this is not a place for people seeking bright lights and lively nightlife.
- Worth It?
- Not the most interesting place on earth, but a good place to pause if you plan to visit the nearby islands of Pulau Bidan and Pulau Telor.
- What to Do
- trekking, sunbathing at the beach, golf, fishing, splashing around at the Carnivall water park.
- Best Time to Go
- temperatures remain constant throughout the year although there are heavy rain showers during November and December.
- How Long?
- Two or three days.
- Trivia
- Sungai Petani means 'farmer's river' in the Malay language.
However, this somewhat sleepy town is entertaining in its own way and is a pleasant place to take a break before exploring the rest of the country. There are a number of lush green parks to explore as well as interesting buildings, dense jungle and sandy beaches where you can soak up the sun or swim in the cool waters.
Golf is a popular pastime in Sungai Petani, and there are a large number of golf courses located in and around the town, while you will often find people fishing in the town's lakes, rivers and streams.
For a real taste of Sungai Petani, visit the Farmer's Market which is held on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays in the center of town. This is a great place to sample locally produced Malaysian food and buy deliciously sweet fruit at a good price.
Travel to Sungai Petani - Getting There
Most visitors arrive at Sungai Petani Railway Station. Fast and efficient trains run from Kuala Lumpur to Sungai Petani in just three to four hours, with the capital having a large international airport.
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