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The Dataran Lang, literally the Eagle Square, could be the very first landmark that comes across the sight of visitors, arriving by ferry, to Langkawi. Located next to Lagenda Park near Kuah Jetty, the square boasts of an excellent statue of a reddish brown eagle all geared for your flight. The eagle, with its large brown wings, is perched over a massive rock, seeking afar at the vast Andaman Sea.

Being in Langkawi, the island of many legends and mysteries, this massive eagle also has a story attached to its presence. As per the local folklores, the name Langkawi is derived from two different of words 'Lang' or 'Helang' (meaning eagle) and 'Kawi' (meaning reddish brown). For this reason, Langkawi means reddish brown eagle, as well as the island is marked by its presence.

Since its establishment in 1996, Eagle Square is visited by travelers to experience a hushed evening walk. Every visitor should visit here and should not missed to take at least a couple of photo here. The square is delightfully landscaped, and features picturesque ponds, bridges, covered terraces, and barrel vaults. Furthermore, Dataran Lang is doted with {numerous|several|many|quite a few} souvenir outlets and eateries. So, you'll be able to relish the lip-smacking meals while enjoying the view of eagle which is brilliantly illuminated at night.