City · Malaysia
Alor Setar
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.
Good to know
- Population: 417,800.
- Founded: 1735.
- Known for: third-tallest tower in Malaysia, alor Setar Tower.
- Area: 160 sq km.
- Timezone: Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.