Friday, 22 February 2013

THE LEGENDARY OF LANGKAWI / MAHSURI

There are many legend and myths in Langkawi. These are the most popular.

The existence of Mahsuri

Mahsuri was the beautiful daughter of two Muslim Siamiese immigrants. Unjustly accused of adultery by her mother-in-law who was jealous of her beauty and popularity, Mahsuri was sentenced to death.With her dying breath, Mahsuri placed a curse on the island of Langkawi that it would not prosper for seven generations.
 






The Legendary Of Pulau Dayang Bunting

Legend has it that the waters from the lake at Pulau Dayang Bunting can bestow fertility upon barren women, making it a popular spot with visitors.









The Legend Of Mat Cincang and Mat Raya (Feud Of Two Family)

These were two giants who apparently dramatically transformed the landscape of the main island. 






The Legend Of Telaga Tujuh


The Seven Wells or Telaga Tujuh are actuarially a series of seven large tells of fairies who delight in bathing in the cool waters which are supposed to possess soothing healing properties.








The Legend Of The Fiery Phoenix

The Phoenix abducted the Chinese princess and kept her prisoner in Langkawi. It also attacked the galley carrying the Roman prince who then fell into the sea.





LET'S VISIT LANGKAWI TO KNOW MORE ABOUT ALL THE LEGENDARIES....!!!!

 

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