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Khao Lak Attractions
Since Phang Nga possesses its richness in natural resources, the highlighted spots are undoubtedly its natural beauty: beaches, islands, forests and caves. Phang Nga offers almost every kind of attractions and activities. You can appreciate and drink in all sights of nature almost everywhere you go in Phang Nga. Looking at the far-sighted horizon ahead from Phang Nga Bay, there appears the scenically picturesque panorama. Between the bright blue sky and the greenish blue sheet of water, there springs up a line of notched limestone islands which vary in wondrous forms. The haunting beauty of the islands is characterized by their wondrous formations of cliffs and caves. Even being in town, you are always closed to the nature; green mountains towering far and near can make you feel being trapped in the midst of nature. There is no sight of skyscraper or high buildings in Phang Nga town; you will be immersed in the sweetest charm of nature without such an interruption. This is then a paradise who long for relaxing in isolation as well as challenging some adventurous activities like paddling in the hidden lagoon on some islands or trekking in the midst of the dense jungle. In addition, with its long history, Phang Nga offers the interesting sites of historical and archeological importance which are worth experiencing.
Beach Khaolak
Beach (Hat Khaolak) is about 80 kms North of
Phuket International Airport. The sandy beach, studded with smooth
granite boulders, extends for many kilometers. With its tranquil and
rustic atmosphere Hat Khaolak is becoming popular, especially among
European visitors. Bangsak Beach (Hat Bangsak) this Tambon Bang Muang beach is a long strip of fine white sand shaded by casuarina trees. About 20 kms north of Khaolak Beach heading to Takaupa town.
Thai Muang Beach (Hat Thai Muang) is a spectacular stretch of sand, 13 kms. long with clear water and an adjacent golf course. The beach is clean and swimming is excellent. From November to February, sea turtles come to lay their eggs on the beach. As a result, local inhabitants customarily go view the turtles on moonlit nights.
Waterfall Nam
Tok Lampi is in Mu 6 of Tambon Thai Muang off Petch Kasem Rd.
(Route 4) on km 32-33. Turn left at a gravel road junction and go
about 1.5 kms. The waterfall is medium sized and divided into
three levels, each about 100 meters high. It flows year round. Nam Tok Tone Prai is a large waterfall with water flowing year round. At km. 28-29 of Petch Kasem Rd. is a gravel side road. Turn left and go for 7 kms. Then continue on foot for another kilometer. The hike to the falls is most enjoyable during dry season.
Historical Sites Asides from its lovely beauty of nature, Phang Nga province possesses some other sites which have historical importance and which represent the flourishing age of this land in the past. Wat Suwan Kuha The temple is also called Wat Tham or Cave Temple, well known for its historical and archeological importance. The compound of the temple is composed of mountains riddled with caves each of which has its name such as Big Cave, Bright Cave, Dark Cave, and Crystal Cave. The Big Cave is the largest and serves as the entrance. Along the entire length of 40 meters of the cave is richly adorned with tiled of Lai Kram and Benjarong, a typical Thai art form. Inside the Big Cave, a reclining Buddha image is enshrined. The temple is located 9 kilometers from Phang Nga town. The Old Sala Klang Sala Klang means Provincial Hall. The Hall is a one-storey-building in panya-style, the characteristic structure in southern part of Thailand, located about 3.5 kilometers away from Phang Nga town along Petchkasem Road. This official building is constructed in the reign of King Rama VII, proving its provincial status. Wat Naraya Nika Rahm
The temple is visited for its three statues of legendary personality in
the great Hindu epic, Ramayana: Phra Narai or Phra Ram, Phra Lak, and
Sida. These statues prove the spread of Hindu civilization into this
region before the rise of Sukhothai Kingdom (the first prominent kingdom
of Thai people) as well as the existence of ancient city Takola (1300
AD) which is now Takua Pa district. A stone inscription dating back to
1300-1400 years was also found in the temple’s compound.
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