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Langkawi in Malaysia is listed by UNESCO as a Geopark. The tropical island paradise of Langkawi offers tourist and visitors a variety of explorations. Langkawi offers some of Malaysi’a most pristine ecology and wildlife. Langkawi ha an outstanding geological landscape and is the only Geopark in Southeast Asia and one of the fifty around the world. Langkawi island paradise is the a perfect ecotourism destination for nature lovers and adventurers in Asia.

An archipelago of 99 islands, Langkawi is once a secret hideaway for pirates. This island which is separated from peninsular Malaysia by the Straits of Malacca is recently recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific Cultural and Organization (UNESCO) as a geopark which is a title given to outstanding geological landscapes in the world. It is the only Geopark in Southeast Asia and one of 50 around the world. Sheltered by the mountainous backbone of Peninsular Malaysia, Langkawi escapes the northeastern winter monsoon entirely and enjoys sunny skies when the eastern provinces are flooded. Coupled with natural white sand beaches, lush jungle foliage and craggy mountain peaks, the island was at one time touted as “Malaysia’s best-kept secret”.

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There is so much to see and do in Cameron Highlands, the largest of Malaysia’s highland resorts. Be it walks through lovely little villages and charming butterfly, strawberry and honey bee farms, or visits to delightful Tudor styled country inns and sprawling tea plantations, this resort will captivate you with its rustic charm. Situated 1,500 metres above sea level, about two hours away from Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands comprises a series of little township that include Ringlet, Tanah Rata, Brinchang, Tringkap, Kuala Terla and Kampung Raja.

The Adventure Begins

The journey from the foot of the hill to the summit is an adventure in itself. You can get there via the town of Tapah or through the new highway at Simpang Pulai. The route via Tapah takes you past natural waterfalls, hot springs, Orang Asli (indigenous people) villages, religous shrines, souvenir shops, roadside markets and much more. A quick stop t Kuala Woh, unveils a recreational park with natural hot springs, while further on at Chenderiang, and Lata Iskandar, beautiful cascading waterfalls beckon.

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