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Koh Samui |
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247 –square-kilometre Samui island is Surat Thani’s major
tourism attraction. Located 258 nautical miles south of Bangkok,
and some 84 kilometres east of the provincial capital, Ko Samui
measures some 21 kilometres at its widest point, and 25
kilometres at its longest. A 51-kilometre ring and largely
coastal road encircles the island, which has numerous lovely
beaches and bays, and is almost literally an island of coconuts
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Samui’s best beach line the northern and eastern coasts, the
most popular being Chaweng and Lamai, where generally attractive
accommodation can be found. Besides beaches, other island
attractions inclulde the Hin Lat and Na Muang waterfalls; the
phallic rock formations at the southern end of Lamai Bay; a
massive seated Buddha image on Fan isle in Plai Laem Bay; and Na
Thon, the island’s major seafront settlement where shops,
restaurants and tour agencies are concentrated. |
Koh samui, an idyllic tropical island
paradise surrounded by the crystal clear waters of the Gulf of
Thailand, is the ultimate dream getaway with white sandy beaches and
lush green forests. A pristine and tranquil environment blends
harmoniously with exciting nightlife, restaurants for every taste
and great shopping.
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The Big Buddha
Samui's most popular
attraction, The Big Buddha sitting 15 meters tall was built in 1972 by
the local society to give visitors a place to pay respect to The Lord
Buddha. This monumental landmark is placed on the island's Northern
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Na muang Water fall
Na Muang Waterfall is located 10 km south from Nathon at Ban Thurian.
There are 2 waterfalls.Na Muang one is 18 meter high and can be
reached by vehicle.
Na Muang two is about 80 meters high and can only be reached by a 30
minute walk. The waterfalls are the most scenic on the island. |
Ancient
House
A house made of teakwood without any nails at Ban Thale is the oldest
house on the island. It was built approximately 150 years ago, is
constructed of teak planks and shows off many beautiful woodcarvings.
Panka
Snake Farm
A definite must see for all those visiting the island. Shows featuring
snakes indigenous to Samui as well as Centipede, Scorpion and Cock
Fighting shows. Informative and entertaining. Great for the entire
family and worth looking for. |
Hin Lad Water fall
Hin Lad Waterfall is located? 2 km south of Nathon Town.He can be
reached by a 3-4 kilometer walk down a country foot walk. In
evergreen, rain forest setting with palms and creepers, the waterfall
have several levels with a cool pool for a fresh water swim. |
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Hin Ta - Hin Yai
Strangely shaped rocks at south Lamai.
A local story tells of an old couple whose ship was wrecked in the
bay. Their body's were washed ashore to create the rocks |
Scuba Diving
Diving, snorkeling, fishing. There are many scuba schools around
Samui, offering a wide range of dive facilities.
The area of Koh Samui, and
other district near koh samui are very famous dive places. |
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