Air Hangat (Hot Springs)

The greenery and the picturesque landscape of the Air Hangat (Hot Springs) of Langkawi is considered by people as an excellent place for health improvement. This hot spring of Malaysia is a place that you should not miss to visit.
Location
It is located in Air Hangat Village, which is at some 14 kilometers from Kuah.
Legend
A popular believe among the masses is that the spring originated from a quarrel between two groups namely the Mat Raya and Mat Cincang. One of the two parties threw a pot of hot water which fell on the ground. From there arose the hot springs of Air Hangat.

Description
It is assumed that the origin of the hot springs can be traced to the Gunung Raya which has a warm base. The water of the spring is almost crystal clear with a thin layer of algae floating on the surface.
Take a bath in the hot springs. The water rich in minerals and sulphur is believed t o have a special medicinal value.
It is accepted that the spring some volcanic eruption gave rise to the spring some million years back.
Attractions
Among the other attractions you can see the 18 meters long hand carved stone mural that makes the people aware about the legends of Air Hangat. While you are on a trip to the hot springs, you can enjoy the traditional programmes and the dances of the locals. After a day full of complete activity you can just have a tasty meal in the restaurants that are locate in and around the hot springs.