Pantai
Merdeka
 Located
approximately 60km south of Alor Setar, Pantai Merdeka is endowed with
a stretch of white sunny beaches that are shaded with tall swaying palms.
Water skiing and sailing are popular along this stretch of coastal water.
One can also choose to have picnics here or just laze around. Pantai Merdeka
makes a great place to relax and unwind.
Kuala
Kedah
Located about 12km from Alor Setar, this
town is home to Kota Kuala Kedah. It is a fort that was built around 1770
to protect Kedah from enemies who came in from the sea. It is said that
stone masons were specially brought in from India to build the fort. Today,
it is a busy fishing village and a paradise for seafood.
Bukit
Kayu Hitam
 This
border town acts as the main entrance to Thailand. Most of the traffic
between these two countries and all the buses to Hat Yai in Thailand come
through this way. Apart from that, the Duty Free Shopping Annex offers
shopping at bargain prices. For those who want some relaxation, there
is a newly constructed golf course of international standard.
Waterfalls
 There
are a few parks in Kedah that are blessed with magnificent waterfalls.
One favorite weekend retreat is Batu Kampar. Picnickers can revel in the
cool depths of rocky pools while enjoying the thundering roars of the
waterfall. Peranginan Bukit Hijau in the district of Baling offers another
park, which features a waterfall amidst lush greenery. Other waterfalls
include Puncak Janing and Seri Perigi.
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