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One of the very unlikely places in our neighbouring country to pay a visit to, Kedah Darul Aman. Where is Kedah you may ask. Well, think Langkawi, somewhere southeast across the sea to the mainland, that's Kedah. Kedah is also has very close proximity to Penang and Thailand, both places are accessible within a an hour to two hours drive. The only thing I've ever known about Kedah (from my school days) is that it is known for being the rice bowl of Malaysia. This northwestern state of Malaysia is the main producer of rice and and produces about one third of the country's rice supply. The capital of the state is the small town of Alor Setar, which is the main gateway (by air) into the state. You can get here via Kuala Lumpur, flight options are pretty decent with options of Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia, Malindo and Firefly to choose from. Come join us as we recap our trip there.
First stop : Menara Alor Setar

Iphone does make a pretty decent camera, look at the clarity! No filter needed!

Here are the prices for entry to the observation deck:

MyKad holders (aka citizens) Adults RM9.00

Kids (4-12 years old) RM5.00

Senior citizens and disabled RM5.00

Standard rates

Adults RM16.00

Kids (4-12 years old) RM9.00

Students (secondary/college/university) RM11.00

*all prices are inclusive of 6% GST*

The tower stands at a height of 165.5 metres (19th tallest in the world). This tower functions as a telecommunication tower, other than being a tourist destination for the town of Alor Setar. During the months of Ramadan, Syawal and Zulhijjah in Muslim calendar, the observation deck is used as a viewing point to look out for the crescent moon to mark the start of celebration for Ramadan, Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Hari Raya Aidiladha. The opening was officiated by the then Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tun Dato' Seri Mahathir Mohamad in year 1997. Coincidently, Dato' Seri Mahathir is also from the state of Kedah. 

We were there on a weekday, the place was (almost) ours :)

The view of the surrounding area is beautiful, no doubt about that. Pity that the view is kinda limited to a "rectangle frame worth of space" due to the security railings all over the place. It would be great to have unobstructed views

There are a few binocular scopes located around the observation deck. 

Feel free to have a peek or two!

Clear blue skies and views that stretches as far as the eyes can see.

The observation deck sit at a height of 88 metres from the base of the tower.

Menara Alor Setar
Darul Aman Highway
Bandar Alor Setar
05100 Alor Setar
Kedah, Malaysia
Tel : +604-7300966 / 04 720 2901 / 04- 720 2902

Opening Hours
Daily 8.30am - 10.30pm