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Loy Krathong
In November some may wonder what is going on in Thailand when seeing travel magazine ads, posters at your hotel of Thai girls dressing in traditional Thai clothing with a beautiful floating object. That’s a sign indicating that Loy Krathong is on its way. In Thai Loy means to float and Krathong means a circular floating object with decoration of banana leaves, flowers, a candle and incense sticks. All these are related to Loy Krathong, an event which does not occur on the same date every year; instead it counts on the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month. In this year 2007 it will be held on November 24, a romantic night. People look forward to going out and launching Krathongs together to predict the romance future by the direction the Krathongs float. However, this season is also good for strengthening relationship in family.

The history of Loy Krathong is rather obscure. Some believe that Krathong was first created by Tao Sri Chulalak or Nang Noppamas in Sukothai.
Others overlook its origin yet focus on the purposes of the ritual: to pay respect to the Goddess of the Water showing their gratitude on their plentiful use of water and ask for forgiveness in the ensuing pollution. Floating the beautiful Krathong away, which is the key activity in Loy Krathong,
also refers to flying away misfortune and bad things in the past and asking for good luck in the future. Although it is not a national holiday, many activities other than floating Krathong, are conducted in this festival, such as, contests of Krathong-making and Noppamas beauty pageants, local games and performances and fireworks.

If you are in the North of Thailand, you can join this spectacular occasion at Chiang Mai where it is specifically called Yee Peng -floating of lanterns into the sky. Or you can go to Tak where a line of thousand glittering lights are seen on the Ping River . When looking closer, you see that Krathongs here are made of coconut shells, threaded together to make chain and that’s the story of Loy Krathong Sai. Moreover, this year you can see Loy Krathong Sai made from banana trunk in Samut Songkram too. For sure, the festival in old cities is so famous and attracts a herd of visitors. Glory and ancientness of the kingdom is utterly alive in Phao Thian Len Fai in Sukhothai. In Bangsai District, Ayutthaya, you can feel the grandeur of Loy Krathong Tam Pratip and long boat race at Bangsai Arts and Crafts Centre of H.M. queen Sirikit of Thailand.

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Staying at Bangkok you never miss a shot as well. Popular places for Loy Krathong evening include Chao Phraya River, Rama IIX Bridge, Santichaiprakan Park on Phra Artit Road, Benjasiri Park or Queen’s Park on Sukhumvit Road, Benjakiti Park on Ratchada Pisek Road and other waterways and universities. These venues tend to have a lot of people and it could be very crowded. Many of hotel and waterside restaurant offer Loy Krathong dinners and cruises. Or if you don’t prefer going out into the crowd, you can virtually Loy krathon at http://www.loikrathong.net. The end of the year is near; this festival is set up for the occasion. Have fun!

Information by http://www.at-bangkok.com/articles_loikrathong.php

The Peninsula Bangkok

On Saturday 24th, November, celebrate Loy Krathong on the full moon, with a festival that brings together family members. The Peninsula Bangkok combines the traditions of this age-old festival with an evening filled with classical Thai entertainment, fireworks and superb dining.

One of the highlights of the evening is a performance by award-winning traditional Thai puppet show Hun Lakorn Lek from the Joe Louise Theatre. The group has won “The Best Traditional Performance” at the 10th World Festival of Puppet Art 2006, in Prague. This form of traditional art reflects the Thais’ sophisticated culture, knowledge, and creativity of mind and spirit.

Enjoy dinner under the full moon with world-class performances and float a “Krathong” on the Chao Phraya River to bring good luck in the coming months.

The Pool
Enjoy an exotic moonlight evening by the pool. This beautifully landscaped three-tiered tropical retreat with a private sala offers a seven-course Loy Krathong set dinner inclusive of welcome Champagne at Baht 14,000 per couple.

The Peninsula Lawn and Terrace
It’s the best time to have dinner by the river, featuring an extensive buffet selection and entertainment. Live performances will showcase an award-winning puppet show, traditional Thai dance, a lantern procession, Thai live band and fireworks. All this for Baht 4,800 per person.

The Lobby Terrace
A six-course Western set dinner goes down well with entertainment from an award-winning puppet show, traditional Thai dance, a lantern procession, Thai live band and fireworks at Baht 4,800 per person.

Thiptara
Be inspired by the elegance and charm of beautiful teak pavilions by the river set in lush tropical surroundings. Enjoy a six-course Thai set menu while being entertained by traditional Thai dance. Baht 4,200 per person.

Jesters
Award-winning Mediterranean restaurant with unparalleled views of the Chao Phraya River, a prime location for romantic dining. Diners will love the six-course Western set dinner at Baht 4,200 per person.

Dress Code: Smart Casual All prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and applicable government tax.

A very traditional and exciting way to travel to and from The Peninsula on Loy Krathong is by the Peninsula river shuttle boat for guests and visitors. The Peninsula Pier is located on the ground floor of the River Garden Apartment. Guests and visitors may also take the boat from the Saphan Taksin skytrain station to the hotel.

For further information please call 66 (0) 2861 2888 extension 6402.

Information by http://at-bangkok.com

On 24 November 2007, come and celebrate the most distinguished “Loy Krathong” Festival with Banyan Tree’s sophisticated dining cruise, “Apsara I”. Be a special one among only 64 guests to experience this traditional Thai festival under the full moon while overlooking marvelous fireworks and place your “Krathong” on the River of King. This memorable event cannot be missed.

Programme of the night:
19.45-20.00 hrs. Board Apsara I at River City Pier Sparking wine to be served as welcome drink. Start of traditional Thai Live music.

20.00-22.30 hrs. Enjoy traditional Loy Krathong festival along the Chao Phraya River while our Chefs present a sumptuous buffet menu.

21.00 hrs. Stop over at Tak Sin bridge to place the Krathong and watch fireworks.

22.30 hrs. Disembark at River City Pier.

Package per person: THB 4,999.- nett (adult) THB 2,999.-nett (children from 5 to 12 years old)

For reservations, please contact Banyan Tree Bangkok at +66 2 679 1200.

Information by http://at-bangkok.com

Thailand, is a spectacular place where magic and mystery can be found in many places. If you are here in November, this magic flourishes and there is one evening during the month that a truly mystical experience, can be had.
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On this particular night, on nearly every expanse of water, be it a river, lake or the ocean, you’ll notice thousands of lights. Drifting across the water like fairy dreams. Gently flickering, dipping and dancing in the breeze as they go, making a spectacular sight.

This is Loi Krathong, Thailand’s ‘festival of lights’. Held yearly, on the evening of the twelfth lunar month, it is the time of year when the waters around the country become alive with candlelight and look not unlike massive fairy ballrooms. When staying in a coastal area, you can see these ‘ballrooms’ extending for miles out to sea. In fact, sailors, making their way towards the likes of Phuket, have reported seeing them close to the Similan Islands and beyond.

A festival not to be missed

This festival, falls in the ‘not to be missed’ category and if you believe in luck, joining in, is a ‘must do’. It’s also one of those celebrations that children absolutely adore and will certainly be one of their fondest memories of their visit to this part of the world.

If you happen to be holidaying in Phuket, one of the more popular festival venues, when this enchanting festival occurs; (on November 5, this year), you might just have a better chance of a luck filled future. Phuket’s west coast beaches generally have an off-shore breeze blowing at this time of year, which will help give your wishes a boost. How good your fortune will be, is up to you and the tides or currents during the festivities. There is one simple way to ensure that at least a little of the festival’s blessing comes your way, however.

How to partake in the festival

In the hours preceding sunset, you’ll notice many makeshift stalls selling ‘krathongs’ along the streets of Phuket. Buy one…or better still, buy (or make) one, for each person in your holiday party. These flower covered min-floats, complete with candles and incense sticks, often resembling lotus flowers, are an essential part in promoting good fortune during the festival.loykhrathong9

As the sun dips below the horizon and the full moon begins to hover in the night sky, take your krathong to the nearest beach, lake or similar watery area and release it with the outgoing tide or current. The belief being, that if the krathong floats away from you, the coming year will bring good fortune, if it floats back towards the shore, then perhaps your luck may not be quite as you had wished.

How to assist in ensuring good fortune comes your way

On releasing the kratong, you can help your fortunes along a little by placing personal items on the floating platform. Some put nail clippings or strands of hair into the krathong, in the belief that the sins of the past year will be washed away; coins too are often placed inside as a way of making merit. For the romantic at heart and young couples, Loi Krathong is the time to make a wish for happiness together and success in love.

The Origins of Loy Krathong

A festival of quiet celebration, the origins of Loy Kratong are unclear, but it is believed that it started in Sukhothai, (north of Bangkok) one of the most powerful cities in Asia, around 800 years ago.

Made from the cellulose trunk of a banana tree, the idea behind the kratongs is to put all your misfortunes in a boat, and allow them to literally float away. (”Loy”- to float, and “krathong” – a leaf cup or bowl) Great care is taken to decorate the kratongs with flowers and banana leaves, leaving room for the candles and 3 sticks of incense.

Loy Krathong always falls on Thai school holidays, so during the day the whole family are often involved in making elaborately decorated Kratongs. Some coins, a lock of hair, or nail clipping are placed inside to represent the owner before the kratong is launched on a river, canal, or the sea, accompanied by a prayer.

It’s believed the “boat” will carry your bad luck into the distance, and enable a better start to the following year. Loy Kratong is a big night for lovers. Couples who make a wish together on this day will enjoy long-lasting love, especially if their kratongs remain together on the water.

While Loy Kratong is not strictly a religious festival, some Thais believe that it pays homage to the water goddess, Mae Khongkha. Whatever the significance, it’s a magical “not-to-be-missed” event.

Loy Krathong in Phuket

Loy Krathong is celebrated nationwide. In Phuket, major hotels usually host a special evening so that guests can join in.

Guests usually set the kratongs on the sea – a delightful scene as thousands of candlelit kratongs bob on the waves. In places like Patong, little boys will volunteer for a small fee to carry your kratong out a little further for a more auspicious start.

All of Phuket’s major west coast beaches take part in Loy Kratong festivities, with a mix of locals and tourists. Nai Harn (on the large lake) and Patong usually have the most activity with locals visiting beaches like Kata and Karon.

Two sites in Phuket Town, Saphan Hin and Suan Luang (King Rama IX) parks, are also popular places for locals to celebrate. Expect big crowds at both of these locations.

Information by www.phuket.com

One of the most beautiful festivals in Thailand is Loy Krathong which takes place during the full moon night in November. The festival takes place all over the country. They usually advertise Bangkok, Sukhothai and Chiang Mai being the main places. But most towns and villages throughout the country have equally beautiful festivities. In Samut Prakan we have three main areas: City Hall, Navy Academy and Chang Erawan. It was the later where I spent most of this evening. However, I also visited a rather smelly klong alongside a temple where people were floating their handmade krathongs. It was a beautiful site as the candles in the krathongs twinkled in the darkness. Overhead giant lanterns were floating away in the sky. In the distance I could see the firework celebrations at the city hall. When people ask me where to float their krathongs, I say it doesn’t really matter as there are events going on al around the country wherever there is a stretch of water.

At Chang Erawan, which is the giant three-headed elephant, they had many cultural shows for people to sit and enjoy as well as a beauty contest for Miss Nopamas. They also had a pond where you could float your krathong. This was my first time here for Loy Krathong. I usually go to City Hall. I thought it was very good and I think I will come here again next year. Please enjoy a selection of my photographs.

Please visit my other stories about Loy Krathong at thai-blogs.com. At the Paknam Web Forums, there are also free mp3 downloads of my students singing Loy Krathong in Thai and English.

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Full Moon 12th Lunar month, Loy Krathong (called Yi Peng in the north), the most romantic night on the Thai calendar, this year falls on Wednesday, November 12.
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Loy Krathong festival in Bangkok
Loy Krathong, the “festival of lights” on the full moon of November. This is one of the Kingdom’s oldest and best-preserved traditions. Loy Krathong mean “flotaing Krathongs.” This is an offering to mother of water to ask her to forgive us for polluting the water. Krathong is a little cup shaped like a lotus flower, each with a candle and incense stick inside. The river-based culture that forms the foundation of the traditional Thai way of life, it is widely believed that these are offerings made to Mae Khongkha – Mother of Waters in an act of appeasement. Made of banana leaves, and decorated with incense and candles, thousands of these beautiful boats light up the night.Coins are also placed in the krathong as offerings. The most beautiful sights are at the Bang Sai Arts & Crafts Centre near Ayutthaya, and in the ruins of Sukhothai, the first Thai capital, where the festival is supposed to have originated. Many also believe that by setting adrift the krathong, one symbollically casts away one’s grief, misery and ill-fortunes. Loi Krathong is the time to make wishes for happiness together and success in love.

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Loy Krathong in Chiang May
The Thai believe their misfortunes float away with the lanterns. Thousands of Yee Peng, candlelit floating lanterns, were released in loykhrathong14Thailand on the full moon, 12th Lunar month of November. Loi Krathong customs and traditions reflect local beliefs and cultural evolution and interesting regional variations can be seen. In Tak province, the banana-leaf floats are replaced by coconut shells which are threaded together and launched simultaneously so they appear as long chains of hundreds of glittering lights on the Ping River, hence the origin of its name, “Loi Krathong Sai”. It’s believed that krathongs can carry away sins or bad luck, and represent the time to start the coming new year with hope of being joyful one and all sufferings are floated away with the krathong.

Information by http://www.thailandstyle.info

Morning till evening should go to traditional markets. (Bangkok Business).

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ที่แท้ charm of the old market. Museum of living through a historical story of the people. Point different from the intended point raised traditional markets. Hung flow past Twilha new generation of people.

Samchuk Sriprahants ramp snakehead mullet market Bagcnti Canal percentage of new homes, etc. These names are familiar as well as destinations. Of those who prefer the old drug. And antiques in the story.Environment and goods.Traditional markets is that we will find memories of childhood scenes images of life.Retail sales environment any other food, candy and a colorful memories. The cast of fun. The new world or modern air-conditioned market. Can not replace or be built the same.

Many pages in Book I of the. Show the story of the market and souvenir items. From the canvass custom is no less. I often tend to look for new stories from many of the old market that many take themselves out to see.And comes to the environment and other knowledge that even then will not have anything funny to see new players, but much more still on the unique novelty of the location. Language of the people that negotiated communication. Look and taste of candy to eat all the living experience.

Old in our home market, which is all well known. Whether Ampwa Samchuk Canal Park hundred years or ramp snakehead mullet Ayutthaya as I noticed that all the locations on river canal. It may be because of the evolution of markets and communities associated with river long ago when people we do not have roads. Most people would use the paddle to get to the boat and sell the same to other commercial markets of each waterfront community. Road cut through, but enough people have turned back to the river to just wheel drive. Waterfront was bustling market has been left without interest and less waste to lose out.

Attractive market, whether in or on any corner of what. It is a story that people often talk about the trip out to see what not to do less, or less than the museum has seen other pretty well because the market is that we will see real behavior of living people that do. What kind of items used. A gathering place, a smell sound taste. Of the destination of the tangible at the same time without having to buy a ticket or pay a day long without any tedious or call time to be sleepy dizzy like walking any more information on New pipe museum. The market for hair that is considered both a living museum to learn touch with spirit and breath of the fact people.

Although today the process many old market. Back to the destination. Attract or promote tourism to the community. Thus it promotes cultural tourism. Homes, shops and rice snacks are all fish food is dust. Bring back the building to do is open shops.Made to accommodate visitors looking for a new atmosphere of the old market tour, which also depends on who will love to see or feel or not.

Market is attractive in my eyes or the passionate story of the old market. That the old place. Goods and traditional way of life indeed. Non-market dust raised or intend to market life. To accommodate flow of people in the past Twilha new world. As several emerging markets. We provide a small market just yet, uncle aunt grandmother Star Rowing out of the store to buy grocery waterfront. Is there a cup noodles and snacks panel.Tea and coffee made for ancient people in the community other than the fact that the arch will be selling fresh coffee tourists. And visit those who visit the market like we are just visiting or share an experience in life. The only part of the changes driving the changes.

Part of the reason I like the old market. It is a waterfront location in which to feel comfortable in both eyes and hearts. And see that most commercial building homes with wood construction. After some signage could be installed in traditional stores. Or details on the home outlet louver panel shield decorated with stencil wood entail long as ten years, hundred years. Charm of unleavened and deliberately to see a beautiful visual. To permeate into the hearts of people favorite.

Whether it’s travel time, or where any destination. Whether it is night or morning sun line. Having to walk down Louis looking for a few of the old market to life. Story and reflect the community’s way after the fact, but would make travel time is more complete story. And charm that grow in mind. We do not want to stop to admire the old market. Place only market where only a few.

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Interesting events on the island of Hainan.

* Snorkel reef. Area south of the tip of the island as a point of view reef diving. The beautiful coral and soft coral.
* Play relaxing on the beach sea.
* See Guan Hin Imran near the tip of the peninsula south.

Travel.

A passenger boat from the harbor mouth of April. Travel time approximately 1 hour and a private boat service to 10 people rent small boat rental boat charter aircraft for passenger travel size 20-40 people rent boats cost from 6,000 to 10,000 baht.

For tourists to travel from Hainan Island to the home town of Dan (Koh Lanta) will ship from the island of Hainan at 14:30 pm to 15:30 pm at the home town Dan Price 300 Baht.

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Koh Samui (A.s.t.).

The lotus Apinants for worship.

“I think to the locals. Life in the sun and waves. Farewell kiss to society in beautiful light. “

Beautiful city or town … เฮ้อ disorder is unknown นะ. I think to the music that is gently Hamburg. While floating in the sea is wavy ferry. The path we are partisan Enjoy Life Party likes of bright blue sea and white other. Surface of young pretty girl on beach prance.More pictures old maid yellow shirts on the edge of a canal style we enjoy popular belief that other people see everything and do everything for the happiness of life that each ครับ.When Bangkok. City view from the sky Amorn disorder. Anyone know who is wrong. Who will win and ultimately partisan Enjoy Life Party like we have no need to hide the stash from body to locals before. Waiting for the winner, then surely the new … They are not New Line.

Enjoy Life Party members participating in the trip this time. In addition to core brands, old story. Party colleagues are also my two other people. ‘re Flying by the Moon in the Company Hunter routes. “Airport to fly back driving tour” but rather suggest that TAT rental car driving to see my own to ask them to drive by. Then they came for Koh Samui with another car at one go … no investment ย times. But will it stay the same friend found a way too, I find no other accommodation. But to stay close to friends That.

Try to find accommodation from the Internet, then have another headache to many want to delete. Samui accommodation because of a lot. Not be selected together. Methods to be used แมนวล most. Break into the Koh Samui Tourism Coordination Center. Refuge for travel in Samui best. The only other Thai people like us.

Then we introduced the Board of Koh Samui by ferry from. Then straight quarter. Colorful style as Southern and enough storage to stay then. I will find a partner to Hunter Moon Esiihneai Company. Paul meet and greet each other moderately. They start planning for the trip tomorrow. Now they need to take ถึ่ of Koh Samui map from the center.Guide us more. To view wide pearl easier to disperse before the holiday.

After breakfast. I visit friends and then we start to see not far from housing plan friends.We visit the home corner Thai Muslim community on Koh Samui only. Most people migrated here from. 4 border provinces. Malaysia is a language dialect. Then I would use Highway. 4169 is a young main road around Samui. To the Highway. Delve into the 4170 separation of road at least a small separate images found life of the villagers is still a traditional orchard with many home Pagka. Visit tasting fruit garden store has seen no real coconut monkey collection. That does not show.

Atmosphere of quiet beaches that. Whether a sharp e Ese old Cape home Kood Resort belly belly Ota node through bank beauty. The garden will not Cheng Asset as the other beaches, but no less seductive. Gulf bank, especially a beautiful sunset view point at the most beautiful beach of Koh Samui, because the front of a set of four islands – five islands.During the day can also charter boats to travel to the island four – five islands. Scuba diving watch coral back to the coast to eat dinner together at some hemp. Major sources of seafood that was home to names from the small Taewn night. Before leaving accommodation.

Days later we go to the right half of the island remaining with each other. Nice to progress through the beach to visit much more than before. But also broad vertical beach. To have water play. Beaches parallel with fried coconut belt along the curve of the bay is always a beautiful picture. We drive to the beach, Chaweng. Prior to a viewpoint that can see all Chaweng Beach. View a photo that is progress, but the beautiful natural misappropriate almost lost. Chaweng Beach is a native of the famous beaches and the longest end of Koh Samui. Note beautiful white beaches. Enter shining sea. Water level is not very deep water can play better. Along a beautiful beach filled with tourists, so the source of water play and sunbathing Canon Beach are almost everything.

Driving through the streets of Chaweng Beach to the foot of China’s beach. Implausible that it has maintained its natural beaches. Samui is a traditional single point in space is of Samui Hunter Collection Company paid a State need resort and a restaurant name, Loria C Foods owner here who is happy every time. Thai visitors. Plus, the discount is always special. Talk with the owner has knowledge that he is still trying to Samui was the most.Whether it is surrounded by large lot sizes which hotel. And that I resort of them all is not ugly. Plus, free with garden views. Stay in the changes of Samui. Think that it makes progress should be coupled with conservation. What many do not. Ask Samui still find a charm to the coconut. Because as long as Samui has coconut. Samui Samui is still inviolate loosen.

Guide travelers.

Bangkok – Day Donsak.

Highway 4 to Chumphon Province to. With access to Highway 41 to Surat Thani. Then exit onto Highway 401 through the District Kanchanadit District Donsak turn into port.Or if not in Surat Thani province to run no separate Punpin. Then came to Highway 41 Turn left on Highway 401 into met through district Kanchanadit from the province.Through Donsak district. Turn into the harbor as well.

Port Donsak – Koh Samui.

Ferries leave every hour beginning at 06.00 – 19.00 takes 1 hour.

Thanks for the information and illustrations

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puff of steam, natural scent of pure less large islands. Surrounded by sea, white sand beaches what is indigo pebble stone beach. A rock climbing wall adorned with eminent been surrounded by bright emerald green sea water clean. School to see beautiful colors snuggle in with a colorful coral flower water. Natural elaborate tinged color as a result of a hundred wonders. Of exciting. Memories are never forgotten.

Ang Thong Islands contains the island at least 42 major island elegance in mid-ocean in one color emerald Gulf of Thailand. To a variety of activities such as sunbathing, water play climb steep cliff canoeing and kayaking. Or snorkel the coral. View various school.

Island cow eyes to sleep is the largest island. Is the set of Ang Thong Islands National Park. And the viewpoint of all the islands amidst emerald sea, fresh color. Enter and sit around the island is a source of bovine eye view of a pair of local values and is located south of. Bua cave wave a stalagmite stalactite natural beauty.

Point of view the triangle island and reef fish, flocks of various colors very beautiful. Sea and white sandy beaches clean. Triangular island is a natural fashion the mountain a large natural rock bridge. Filed into the beautiful sea, fantastic. Also, she Kantang Island Rock Island Fire Island rear legs are a natural beauty will be invented.

And be a mother to the island island is an island of magic, “the sea” is a bright emerald color trough environment with green hills. A tunnel under the syrup to the sea outside. Again with pure white sand beaches. Sea water clean. A school friend over diving software ย see colorful coral.

The sea in the sunken look quite round like other small lakes. Rounding limestone hills lined with a circle around the pan until the water and apprehension within the width.Diameter of approximately 250 meters by 350 meters long, 7 meters depth is about 30 rai of land on surface and look like lakes. But not quite pay off. Because the channel can contact with the sea outside. (The Gulf of Thailand) that surrounded him in another layer of limestone. Some of it is clear that a hollow channel (Cavern), which caused some limestone is dissolved by water washing. There is a cave to cave, and the sea water flowing into and escape from pond has. Shape the competitive landscape look like a sea that surrounded him were in my address around. This is the name of the sea in places.

Travel.

From Surat Thani province. To Route 401 then turn left onto Highway 4142 to the ferry port Donsak. Boat to Koh Samui will ship out all day.

Contact.

Ang Thong Islands National Park 145 / 1 Road, Muang, Surat Thani market below 84000 Tel. 0-7728-6025.

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