Koh Samui is the third biggest island in Thailand. It is located on the Gulf on Thailand some 800km south of Bangkok, and 80km east of Thailand southern coast. It is an incredibly popular destination for visitors to Thailand and there is plenty of excellent accommodation options on the main beaches.
Koh Samui is a very popular island paradise with white powdery sand and palm fringed beaches. The island has something for everyone, from independent travelers to families on vacation. There are some commercial beaches on the island, as well as quiet beaches that are much more relaxed.
The main and most commercial beach is known as Chaweng Beach. At seven kilometers long it is the longest beach on the island, with white powdery sand and clear blue waters. The beach has everything from expensive resorts to backpacker friendly bungalows along the beachfront. The beach also has many restaurants that serves all kinds of cuisine from all over the world, and of course delicious spicy Thai food and fresh seafood. The beach also has excellent nightlife on the main walking street just in from the beach.
Quieter beaches on Koh Samui include, Bang Rak (Big Buddha Beach), Mae Nam Bophut and Choeng Mon. All these beaches have excellent accommodation available to suit all budgets. These beaches are far more laid back than the main beaches and perfect for families on vacation.
Apart from beach the island has a number of other attractions for visitors further inland. There is cheap scooter rental in the main beach of Chaweng, which makes it easier to explore the island.
The beautiful Wat Khunaram Ko Samui temple is worth visiting. It is a classic Thai Buddhist temple and contains a mummified monk. The Big Buddha Temple, known as Wat Phra Ya is also worth a visit. It has a fantastic 15 meter high Buddha statue.
There is plenty for everyone to enjoy on the island of Koh Samui, with a multitude of water-sport activities, swimming, diving, snorkeling and much more. There is plenty of accommodation on the island that will suit all budgets. From long term holiday rental, villas, bungalows and much more. Do an online search and start planning your vacation on this beautiful island.
Koh Samui is a very popular island paradise with white powdery sand and palm fringed beaches. The island has something for everyone, from independent travelers to families on vacation. There are some commercial beaches on the island, as well as quiet beaches that are much more relaxed.
The main and most commercial beach is known as Chaweng Beach. At seven kilometers long it is the longest beach on the island, with white powdery sand and clear blue waters. The beach has everything from expensive resorts to backpacker friendly bungalows along the beachfront. The beach also has many restaurants that serves all kinds of cuisine from all over the world, and of course delicious spicy Thai food and fresh seafood. The beach also has excellent nightlife on the main walking street just in from the beach.
Quieter beaches on Koh Samui include, Bang Rak (Big Buddha Beach), Mae Nam Bophut and Choeng Mon. All these beaches have excellent accommodation available to suit all budgets. These beaches are far more laid back than the main beaches and perfect for families on vacation.
Apart from beach the island has a number of other attractions for visitors further inland. There is cheap scooter rental in the main beach of Chaweng, which makes it easier to explore the island.
The beautiful Wat Khunaram Ko Samui temple is worth visiting. It is a classic Thai Buddhist temple and contains a mummified monk. The Big Buddha Temple, known as Wat Phra Ya is also worth a visit. It has a fantastic 15 meter high Buddha statue.
There is plenty for everyone to enjoy on the island of Koh Samui, with a multitude of water-sport activities, swimming, diving, snorkeling and much more. There is plenty of accommodation on the island that will suit all budgets. From long term holiday rental, villas, bungalows and much more. Do an online search and start planning your vacation on this beautiful island.
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