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As one of the most popular
places in Langkawi and located about 12 kilometers away from Kuah,
the Mahsuri Mausoleum (Makam Mahsuri) marks the spot where Mahsuri was
buried. According to the legend when Mahsuri lay dying
after being executed over a false accusation of adultery,
she laid a curse on the island that it would not prosper
for seven generations. Whatever the reason, economic or
legend, Langkawi's meteoric success only came around
recently.
Souvenirs shops and a village house displaying
ancient artifact is located in the compound of the
mausoleum and this place is usually full of visitors
during the weekends. Among the many legends found in
this region, Mahsuri is the most famous legendary figure
and it was believed that white blood flowed from her
veins showing her innocence.
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