Laman Padi Rice Garden Museum

Overview

Laman Padi (Rice Garden) is an open-air museum and living agricultural exhibit on the Cenang beachfront, showcasing traditional Malay rice-farming culture through working paddies, historical displays, and hands-on demonstrations of planting and harvesting.

Highlights

• Living paddies: Actual rice paddies in various stages of cultivation, from flooded fields to harvest-ready stalks.
• Museum gallery: Indoor exhibits displaying traditional farming tools, rice varieties, and the cultural significance of padi (rice) in Malay life.
• Herbal garden: A collection of traditional Malay medicinal plants with descriptions of their uses.

History

Established in 1998, Laman Padi was conceived to preserve and showcase the rice-farming heritage that shaped Malay culture for centuries. As Langkawi's economy shifted from agriculture to tourism, the museum ensures younger generations and visitors understand the island's agrarian past.

Visitor Tips

• Free entry: One of Langkawi's few free cultural attractions.
• Rice planting: During certain seasons, visitors can try planting rice seedlings in the paddies.
• Duration: 45–60 minutes.