Fun facts about Alor Setar
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Alor Setar's name comes from the combination of two Malay words: Alor, meaning 'small stream', and Setar, referring to a tree known as Bouea macrophylla.
Alor Setar
Malaysia
Alor Setar, known as Alor Star from 2003 to 2009, is the state capital of Kedah, Malaysia. It is the second-largest city in the state, after Sungai Petani, and one of the most important cities on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is home to the third-tallest tower in Malaysia, the Alor Setar Tower.
From the “Etymology” section
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Alor Setar was established on 30 December 1735 by Sultan Muhammad Jiwa Zainal Adilin II as the eighth administrative centre of the Kedah Sultanate.
Alor Setar
Malaysia
Alor Setar, known as Alor Star from 2003 to 2009, is the state capital of Kedah, Malaysia. It is the second-largest city in the state, after Sungai Petani, and one of the most important cities on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is home to the third-tallest tower in Malaysia, the Alor Setar Tower.
From the “History” section
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The city is home to the Kedah State Mosque, Masjid Zahir, which was built in 1912 and inspired by the Azizi Mosque in Sumatera.
Alor Setar
Malaysia
Alor Setar, known as Alor Star from 2003 to 2009, is the state capital of Kedah, Malaysia. It is the second-largest city in the state, after Sungai Petani, and one of the most important cities on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is home to the third-tallest tower in Malaysia, the Alor Setar Tower.
From the “Demographics” section
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Alor Setar is served by Sultan Abdul Halim Airport, which is the second oldest airport in Malaysia, built in 1929.
Alor Setar
Malaysia
Alor Setar, known as Alor Star from 2003 to 2009, is the state capital of Kedah, Malaysia. It is the second-largest city in the state, after Sungai Petani, and one of the most important cities on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is home to the third-tallest tower in Malaysia, the Alor Setar Tower.
From the “Transportation” section
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The Kedah State Museum houses a large collection of Kedah's historical, cultural, and royal heritage, including early Chinese porcelain and archaeological artefacts.
Alor Setar
Malaysia
Alor Setar, known as Alor Star from 2003 to 2009, is the state capital of Kedah, Malaysia. It is the second-largest city in the state, after Sungai Petani, and one of the most important cities on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It is home to the third-tallest tower in Malaysia, the Alor Setar Tower.
From the “Other utilities” section
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