Places of Interest Langkawi Islands Pulau Dayang Bunting
Pulau Dayang Bunting, Langkawi
Pulau Dayang Bunting is another beautiful Langkawi islands. This island is located about 17.6km from Kuah.The only way to arrive here is by boat where you can find easily at Kuah jetty or any boat terminal at Pantai Tengah or Pantai Cenang. You can find many agent that provide the travel service to this island there.
It's the second largest island within the archipelago. Pulau Dayang Bunting was named "The Island of the Pregnant Maiden" as inspired by the legends which surround the lake or by the physical appearance of the island itself which resembles the belly of a pregnant woman. There is a lake inside the island and the legend is that the lake bestows fertility, although not scientifically proven, only enhances the mystery that surrounds the island.
Pulau Dayang Bunting is also famous for it's mangrove swamps, lush rainforests and wildlifes. You can find over 90 species of birds including the hornbill, kingfisher, drongo, woodpecker and kite.