PEDU LAKE & GUNUNG JERAI, KEDAH 28~29 JUN 2011
Pedu LakePedu Lake, the growing tourist attraction is located 5 km away from the Malaysian-Thai border.
It is a beautiful lake with wonderful landscapes, serene atmosphere and salubrious weather around.
It is an ideal retreat for both the old and the young people. This magnificent lake surrounded with coconut palm trees set an exclusive view to relish.
Pedu Lake has so much more to offer to us. Nature lovers have the entire jungle at their disposal to discover the hidden secrets of the tropical forests. Vacationers have the beauty all to themselves. One can never tire of this place.
Gunung JeraiFormerly known as "Kedah Peak", this forest-clad Gunung Jerai is a massive limestone outcrop that rises 1200m above sea level. As the highest peak in the state, it adds a touch of variety to the scenic flat plains seen throughout the area. It's located near Sungai Petani.
A 12km road which winds its way up the mountain leads to a hill resort from where you can have a spectacular view. For those interested to know about the natural vegetation on Gunung Jerai.
For the adventurous, a brisk 4-hour hike is a rewarding experience that will allow the trekkers to get a closer look at the mountain's unique flora and its numerous bird species that live there.
The foot of Gunung Jerai also has several waterfalls that attract many locals who go there to bathe and picnic.
