Kuala Perlis (Kedah Malay: ) is a is a suburb of Kangar in the Malaysian state of Perlis. It is the second-largest town and the main port of Perlis. It is in the extreme northwest Peninsular Malaysia, near the border with Thailand and 13 kilometres west of Kangar. Kuala Perlis is also very close to the Thai town Satun.
Along with its Kedahan counterpart, Kuala Kedah, Kuala Perlis is a transit point for tourists to embark on a ferry ride to the resort island of Langkawi. The town also plays a vital role in fishing and transportation for the state of Perlis. The town can be reached via federal route 194 from Changlun, Kedah
Geography
Kuala Perlis is located at the mouth or Perlis River and facing the Strait of Malacca. It location along coastline of Straits of Malacca makes it important hub for seafood and maritime activities. Kuala Perlis has an area of 26.71 Square kilometre and bordered with the mukim of Kurong Batang, Wang Bintong, and Kayang.
Demography
The population of Kuala Perlis is 20,777 people according to the 2010 Malaysian Census, with a population density of 759 people per square kilometer, and is categorized as densely populated. The majoruty of population are Malays - 15,865 people.
Facilities
thumb|right|[[Al Hussain Mosque]]
thumb|right|Kuala Perlis Bus Station
Toursit Attractions
- Kota Kayang Museum
- Al Hussain Mosque (Floating Mosque)
- Crab Statue of Seberang Ramai
Education
- SMK Kuala Perlis
- Sekolah Kebangsaan Kuala Perlis
Transportation
Kuala Perlis has several public transport options. The town can be reached by ferry from Langkawi. The local community bus service, MyBAS is also available with one route going to Kangar, Perlis.