Pekan Kuah is a town and district capital of
Langkawi,
Kedah, and is the entry point for those coming by ferry from either the mainland or
Penang Island. The town is centered on its jetty, which brings in flocks of tourists each year who come to enjoy the shopping and other attractions of
Langkawi. Over the years, Pekan Kuah has developed into a modern and vibrant town with many shopping and dining opportunities, helped by the astounding growth of visitors to
Langkawi.