This photo journal, part 1 of 2 Alor Star journals, features the two major attractions in this small, pretty city - the State Mosque & Wat Nikrodharam, a Thai Buddhist shrine.

Alor Star (formerly know as Alor Setar) is located 45 kms south of the Thai-Malaysia border, near the west coast, & only 93 kms north of Butterworth (Penang), making it a perfect day trip from Penang, or a perfect stop when visiting Langkawi. The passenger ferry to and from Langkawi Island is in Kuala Kedah just 25 kms west of the city. Buses & ... (more)