Welcome to Alor Setar

As a gateway to Langkawi Island, Alor Setar offers visitors a glimpse of authentic Malaysian life, local cuisine, and agricultural heritage, particularly in rice cultivation. Its strategic location near the Thai border makes it an important economic and cultural center in the region.

Alor Setar is home to the Istana Anak Bukit, the royal palace of the Sultan of Kedah, reflecting the rich royal heritage of the state.