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Yan is a major town and
district in Kedah, Malaysia. It is bordered by
Kota Setar District to the north, Pendang
District to the northeast, and Kuala Muda District to the south. Yan
District is along the coast of the Straits of Malacca.
Yan town is the administrative centre of Yan district, complete with
administrative facilities. Its lifestyle is laid-back and slow-paced, with
weekend attractions of natural waterfalls nearby. The waterfalls are known
as Seri Perigi, Tangga Kenari/Titi Hayun, Batu Hampar and Puteri Mandi.
It is also famous for Mount Jerai, which is the tallest peak in
Kedah at 986 metres (3,235 ft) and is easily
accessible from the town.
Pulau Bunting Bridge is a new bridge that connects Pulau Bunting to Yan
district. It is the only bridge connecting an island in Kedah.
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