Overview
Kulim is a city of 272,000 people in Kedah, Malaysia, and the third largest town in the state after Alor Setar and Sungai Petani. The city offers a unique blend of multicultural heritage with historic pre-World War II shop houses alongside the modern Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Malaysia's first high technology industrial park established in 1996.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Mobile coverage is good in urban areas and along major roads. WiFi available at hotels and major shopping centers.
Food
Kulim offers diverse multicultural cuisine influenced by Penang and Thailand. Must-try dishes include Lunas Duck Rice, Kelang Lama Laksa, and Curry Wan Tan Mee.
Money
Malaysia uses Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). ATMs are available in town near banks and shopping malls like Tesco Kulim.
Safety
Kulim is generally a safe city. Standard urban precautions apply for belongings in crowded markets and tourist areas.
Transport
Taxis are the main form of public transport in Kulim. The city has a good road network connecting to Penang and other parts of Kedah.