Eagle Square

Eagle Square is a public plaza featuring a 12-meter bronze eagle statue positioned on a star-shaped concrete platform facing Kuah Jetty. The space includes landscaped gardens, fountains, and multiple seating areas connected directly to nearby food venues and souvenir shops.

The square was designed in the mid-1990s as part of Langkawi's tourism development and completed in 1996. The project became a key feature of the island's modernization and infrastructure expansion during that period.

The name Langkawi comes from the Malay word 'helang', meaning eagle. The statue embodies this connection and becomes the symbol that visitors immediately recognize with the island.

The square is easy to walk around and offers plenty of spots to sit and watch the harbor. The direct access to shops and food venues makes it convenient to combine a visit with dining or shopping for souvenirs.

The statue stands on a star-shaped platform that resembles a compass when viewed from above, a deliberate design choice. This geometric form sets the location apart from typical waterfront monuments and adds a navigational element to the space.