On the island of Langkawi (lang-kah-wee), the rhythm of life remains much as it has in days gone by. A coastline dotted with fishing boats, rustic villages, and a horizon that twinkles with the brilliance of a thousand stars at dusk. Nowhere is this more apparent than in a cape in the northernmost tip of the island, Tanjung Rhu (tan-joong-roo) - a scenic and untouched enclave nestled in the shade of luxuriant casuarina trees. Here lies the Tanjung Rhu Resort - a deluxe resort fringing the long, magnificent bay that leads to the clear, cool waters of the Andaman Sea.
Tanjung Rhu, also known as Casuarina Beach has an abundance of casuarina trees instead of the usual palms and coconuts. The little pine shaped cones that litter the sand add a little excitement to families with young children who enjoy collecting these 'nuts'. To get there, look out for Kampung Padang Lalang, a village just beyond Pasir Hitam. There is a roundabout; take the turn-off to the north. If you keep on the main road, you'll end up back in Kuah.
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Tanjung Rhu is one of Langkawi's better beaches although the sand a little gritty. The sea here is sheltered by the curve of the bay and, with its shallow waters, is unusually tranquil, reminding one of a lagoon. During the low tide, it is possible to walk across a sandbank to the nearby islands of Pulau Pasir and Pulau Gasing only a few metres away. A pleasant experience, make sure that your little excursion is well timed according to the tide. It is not advisable to attempt it during monsoon season. |