The
breeze brought the cool evening air to the mountain that
gently caressed my face. Quietness filled the surrounding as I begun to
walk up the easy comfortable road. The rustling of tree leaves and
branches made by jumping squirrels and some ground foragers reminding me
that I am not alone. As I looked at the sun setting down on the other
side of the horizon, I stared with awe of the orange delights
that coloured the sky.
Sunset delight at the peak of Gunung Raya, Langkawi |
Running
macaques crossing my path with their babies clinging on is a simple
proof that wildlife exists. The barkings of Wreathed Hornbills and the
growlings of Great Hornbills seemed to be calling for equal rights to be
here. The chatty Flameback Woodpeckers came along making the
wildlife party merrier.
Darkness creeping into the forest |
Just
when I thought that these awesome displays were over, a dark figure
appeared in front of my path. Wearing an embedded pair of white glasses,
it was an honor to be greeted by this gentle and shy Dusky Leaf Monkey
at a close distance of approximately 5 meters. I froze immediately and
watched carefully as this gentle creature enjoyed its last leafy snack
for the day. It seemed to be contented and not bothered with my presence
at all. What a true honor!
As
the mountain summoned for the darkness and its nocturnal creatures, it
was time for me to descend and return to my real world. I smiled and
silently thanked the mountain, Gunung Raya that has given me these
wonderful gifts for the day.
Gunung Raya, the gentle energizer and life giver of Langkawi's natural heritage.