Kangar Tourism, Perlis Malaysia

Kangar, situated close to the golden-green padi fields in the state capital housing the modern looking administrative buildings. An interesting feature is the golden domed former state mosque. Nearby is the state museum and SEDC Tower, a food centre with typical Perlis cuisine. All other important buildings are located within walking distance.

Sungai Batu Pahat, about 10kms to the east of Kangar is a popular picnic spot, which offers a bird and animal park. The snake farm is a notable attraction. The caves and limestone hills of Perlis are the natural haunt of a large number of venomous snakes. The snake farm is a research centre for the production of serums used as an antidote for snakebites. A large collection of live snakes, including the deadly cobra are at display in the farm.

Tasik Melati, a picturesque shallow, man made lake located in a partially marshy lowland with more than 150 sandbar island offers a breathtaking sunset. A variety of birds inhabit the lakes.