Titi Hayun

This recreational forest got its name from the suspension bridge that is situated nearby. It is strategically located at the starting point of the steps to the peak of Gunung Jerai which is known as Tangga Kenari Seribu Tahun. An interesting one kilometer hike through natural forest (jungle track) leads to the Puteri Mandi waterfalls. Along the journey to this recreational area, visitors would have the opportunity to observe fruit orchards, rubber estates and traditional Malay villages. There is a wide variety of flora and fauna of lowland dipterocarp forest . Meranti melantai, meranti langgong and meranti tembaga are timber species commonly found here.

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Batu Hampar

You can get to Batu Hampar quite easily from Yan. It is located just 3km from Yan, and 40km from Alor Star. Near this recreational forest is the Royal Cottage of the Sultan of Kedah.

Amongst the special natural features of the area are a waterfall and the Raga River that flows through the forest.

There is also a homestay village called Kampung Sungai Raja found near Batu Hampar. This recreational area has a large variety of flora and fauna and is a great spot for outdoor fun.

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