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Pantai Kok
On the western part of the island, 12km north of Pantai Cenang, Pantai Kok fronts a beautiful bay surrounded by limestone mountains and jungle. The beach here is popular with locals who picnic under the trees. There are a handful of equidistantly located upscale resorts around here
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Suan Buak Hat
The old city’s only public park is a delightful spot to unwind as the afternoon slides towards the horizon. Locals gather every evening to jog along the running tracks, play on the playground (if theyre little), feed the fish and ducks in the ponds, or just hire reed mats (10B) and
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Mangrove Forest Conservation Centre
This forest is such a well-kept secret, many locals don’t even know its here. A 2km-long wooden walkway gives access to the mangrove forest, which is mostly shaded. Look out for the crabs, cockles and mudfish. The forest is 3km north of Ang Sila’s daily fish market, also worth expl
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Phayao Cultural Exhibition Hall
This two-storey museum is packed with artefacts and a good amount of information on local history and culture in English. Standout items include a unique ‘black’ Buddha statue and a fossil of two embracing crabs labelled ‘Wonder Lover’. It’s next door to Wat Sri Khom Kham, about 2
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Nong Prajak Park
Udons most popular park starts to rev up as the afternoon winds down. Much of the action takes place on the sunset-watching side of the lake, along Th Thesa. Dozens of streetside massage artists begin rub-downs around 10am, and paint-your-own pottery shops join in around 4pm. There
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Tham Sai
Sitting at the end of a 280m hillside trail, Tham Sai features a large single cavern filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Be careful of steep drop-offs inside and slippery footings. Usually, only more adventurous types undertake this cave. Villagers rent out lamps near the cave
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Ramkhamhaeng National Museum
A good starting point for exploring the historical park ruins is this museum. A replica of the famous Ramkhamhaeng inscription, said to be the earliest example of Thai writing, is kept here among an impressive collection of Sukhothai artefacts. Admission to the museum is not includ
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Hin Daeng
The undersea pinnacle of Hin Daeng is commonly considered to be Thailand’s second-best dive site after Richelieu Rock (near the Myanmar border). This lone red coral outcrop in the middle of the sea acts as an important feeding station for large pelagic fish such as sharks, tuna and
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Wat Suthep
One of the north’s most sacred temples, Wat Suthep sits majestically atop Doi Suthep’s summit. Thai pilgrims flock here to make merit to the Buddhist relic enshrined in the picturesque golden chedi . The temple also offers an interesting collection of Lanna art and architecture, an
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Wat Neramit Wiphatsana
Built on a wooded hill just outside town, this gorgeous meditation temple features buildings made of unplastered laterite blocks. The massive bóht hosts a faithful copy of Phitsanuloks Chinnarat Buddha and wonderful murals. The temple is dedicated to the memory of the late Luang Pu
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Wat Na Ka Taewee
Wat Na Ka Taewee was founded by a wandering monk who found a hole from which bellowed the sound and smoke of a naga . He plugged the hole with a rock and built the small bóht right in front of it. Pottery and human skeletons unearthed during various construction projects at the tem
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Suranari Hall
Just north of her shrine, in a little white building, is a sort of Thao Suranari museum, which has a cool diorama and even-cooler sculpted mural of the famous battle in which legend says Thao Suranari convinced the towns women to seduce the Lao soldiers and then the Thai men launch
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Silk Development Centre
The Silk Development Centre by the market has a few displays about silk making, and arranges free tours. If you’ve never observed the process, from the cultivation of mulberry trees and propagation of silkworms to the dyeing and weaving of silk thread, you’re in for an interesting
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Bo Phut
Although the northern beaches have coarser sand and aren’t as striking as the beaches in the east, they have a laid-back vibe and stellar views of Ko Pha-Ngan. Bo Phut stands out with its charming Fisherman’s Village; a collection of narrow Chinese shophouses that have been transfo
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San Jao Phaw Khao Yai
The most imposing sight on the island, this ornate Chinese temple dates back to the days when Chinese traders anchored in the sheltered waters. During Chinese New Year in February, the island is overrun with Chinese tourists. There are shrine caves, multiple platforms and a good vi
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Sawanworanayok National Museum
In Sawankhalok town, near Wat Sawankhalam on the western river bank of Yom, this state-sponsored museum houses an impressive collection of 12th- to 15th-century artefacts. The ground floor focuses on the area’s ceramic legacy, while the 2nd floor features several beautiful bronze a
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Tribal Museum
Overlooking a lake in Suan Ratchamangkhala on the northern outskirts of the city, this octagonal museum houses a collection of handicrafts, costumes, jewellery, ornaments, household utensils, agricultural tools, musical instruments and ceremonial paraphernalia. The museum was close
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Pranburi Forest Park
Bordering the Pranburi River is an extensive mangrove forest, protected by the Pranburi Forest Park. Within the park is a wooden walkway that explores the mangroves from the perspective of a mud-dweller, and a sea-pine-lined beach and accommodation facilities. The park also offers
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Wat Atsadang Nimit
Overlooking Hat Tha Wang is a large white stupa that holds Wat Atsadang Nimit , a small, consecrated chamber where Rama V used to meditate. The unique Buddha image inside was fashioned more than 50 years ago by a local monk. Nearby is a stone outcrop wrapped in holy cloth, called B
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Museum of World Insects & Natural Wonders
Thailands giant butterflies and creepy crawlies are showcased at this little museum operated by a malaria researcher and his entomologist wife. As well as pinned and mounted specimens, there are info panels on insect-borne diseases and surreal paintings of nudes with mosquitoes. Th
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