| Koh Samui Info |
| The coconut island & The province of 100 islands Bordering the Gulf of Thailand, Surat Thani is the largest province in the South with and area of 12,890 sq km and a population of 939,687 (June 2005). Its present name was given by King Rama VI (1910-1925) who visited the town in 1915 and was impressed by the high moral standard and devotion to Buddhism of the local people. He thus created the name Surat thani, which means the City of Good People, for the city. Koh Samui As there are many islands along its coast, Surat Thani is also known as the Province of a Hundred Islands. Of these, the best known today is Koh Samui, the Coconut Island. With ab area of 247 sq km, Koh Samui is the third largest island of thailand after Phuket and Koh Chang (off the eastern coast). It is the main island of a group of islets numgering 48 altogether. The archipelago is a peaceful home for fishermen and a natural habitat for seagulls and other birds. Samui Island is famous for its high quality coconuts growing densely everywhere. The best time to visit Samui is from february to April during which the sea is calm. Here are some fascinating attractions of Koh Samui. |
1.Chaweng Beach  |
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| on the east coast is the most famous and developed beach of Koh Sumui. The underwater world is inviting. It boasts the largest number of dive shops on Koh Samui. It offers a big choice of accommodation, man-made facilities, a wide selection of restaurants and numerous places of entertainment. |
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2.Lamai Beach  |
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| is the second most popular beach on the island. A combination of night-life and local life makes the beach attractive to tourists. |
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3.Bo Phut Beach 
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| located on the northern coast along Bo phut Bay, is tranquil and nice for relaxation. Accommodations are available. Ideal for windsurfing and sailing, Bo Phut is also where people can take a boat to some nearby islands. |
4. Hin Lat & Na Muang Waterfalls  |
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| are popular tourist attractions which are very beautiful in the rainy season. |
5. Hin Ta &Hin YAi Rocks  |
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| are the famous twin granite rocks on Lamai Beach. Hin Ta or Grandfather Rock is in the form of an outer male reproductive organ while Hin yai or Grandmother rock, that of the female. |
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