Langkawi is now officially UNESCO Global Geopark

Langkawi, a cluster of 99 islands covering an area of 10,000 hectares, has been declared a geopark by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) effective June2007. Langkawi joined the Global Geoparks network of 52 geoparks worldwide.

This official recognition by Unesco will enhance Langkawi's image as a world class tourist destination