Kangar is the capital of Perlis and the seat of government. It is located in the heart of the country’s “rice bowl” area and depending on the season, it is surrounded by lush green fields or golden yellow padi, ripe for harvesting. Although new buildings can be seen, Kangar retains much of its old world charm. A small town, with everything within walking distance.

The royal town of Arau is located 10 kilometres from Kangar, on the Peninsula’s main railway route extending northwards into Thailands. Of interest here is the imposing lstana Arau or Royal Palace, which boasts of classic architecture, and the Royal Mosque. Arau is the disembarkation point for visitors travelling by rail from Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi.

Surrounded by the Bukit Bintang Forest Reserve near Sungai Batu Pahat, and located 10 kilometres north of Kangar is the Snake and Reptile Farm. The Snake Farm is a research facility set up to develop serums for snakebites. Housing more than 20 species of snakes as well as crocodiles and monitor lizards, it is the only snake farm in Malaysia. The farm has open air enclosures as well as enclosed exhibits. Handlers will assist the public to take photographs with tame snakes.

Just a few kilometres north of the Golf Club is the Bukit Air Recreational Park. Cool streams meander through rich tropical forest and waterfalls cascade into rocky pools. Well constructed paths allow easy access through the park where visitors can experience the sights and sounds of a tropical rainforest. An excellent location for picnics, the park has a camping ground, a car park and all the basic amenities.