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Updated 05 September 2019 Krabi Is a Southern Thai Province on The Krabi Photo: beboy/Shutterstock.com Krabi is a southern Thai province on the beautiful Andaman coast. Its natural attractions, including white sandy beaches, clear water, coral reefs, caves and waterfalls, make Krabi one of the top holiday destinations in the world. In an area of exceptional natural beauty, Krabi is a region of archipelagos and isolated beaches that are only accessible by colourfully decorated long-tail boats. Iakov Kalinin/Shutterstock.com Top 5 Tiger Cave Temple The Tiger Temple is a meditation complex of several caves in a jungle valley... Phra Nang Beach Phra Nang Beach in Krabi Province has one of the most beautiful beaches in t... Krabi Crystal Lagoon Dirima/Shutterstock.com Krabi Crystal Lagoon (also known as Emerald Pool) should be on every travell... Railay Beach If you want to spend a lazy day, you can't go wrong with a day in Railay Bea... Phi Phi Islands Phi Phi Islands are one of the world´s most exciting destinations. With a br... ESB Professional/Shutterstock.com Updated 05 September 2019 Destination: Krabi Publishing date: 2019-09-05 THE PROVINCE DO & SEE Mongkol Foto/Shutterstock.com Saida Shigapova/Shutterstock.com Krabi is a real tropical paradise that consists of As one of the most popular tourist destinations in an enchanting landscape of clis, sandy beaches, Thailand, Krabi has countless attractions and tropical forests, ne coral reefs, fascinating sights, ensuring that travellers with diverse islands and majestic national parks. Krabi's interests will nd something to keep them climate, lifestyle, shops and delicious local entertained on their Krabi vacation. cuisine attract tourists from all over the world. Tiger Cave Temple Krabi Town is a charming capital located along The Tiger Temple is a the banks of a river that leads to the nearby meditation complex of Andaman Sea and a hub for onward travel to several caves in a jungle some of the region’s most popular islands and valley. This is one of the beaches. Consequently, Krabi is an important most popular temples in harbour for local sherman and visitors to the Krabi and it attracts nearby attractions, including Ko Phi Phi, Ko many visitors. If you enjoy hiking you can climb Lanta, and Railay Beach, one of the premier rock the 1,237 stairs to the top of the mountain to climbing destinations in the world. experience a breathtaking view. Photo: Ivanukh/Shutterstock.com Address: Rural Road Krabi 2024, Krabi Noi, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi Phone: +66 87 889 5600 Internet: www.watthumsua-krabi.com/interesting-place.htm Phra Nang Beach Phra Nang Beach in Krabi Province has one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The beach lies between the Andaman Sea and it's famous for its tropical forest and white sand. The beach oers Destination: Krabi Publishing date: 2019-09-05 diving and snorkelling experiences in clear blue Phi Phi Islands waters. Phi Phi Islands are one of the world´s most exciting Photo: LuggSaow/Shutterstock.com destinations. With a Address: Phra Nang Beach, Krabi breathtaking scenery of high clis, excellent Krabi Crystal Lagoon sandy beaches and Krabi Crystal Lagoon crystalline water, the islands oer a great (also known as Emerald opportunity for diving and snorkelling to explore Pool) should be on every beautiful coral gardens and rich underwater life. traveller's must see and do list when visiting Krabi Note that the Maya Bay beach made famous Province. It is set in the through the lm "The Beach" will be closed for breathtaking Thung Teao Forest Natural Park preservation purposes until (estimated) 2021. and surrounded by untouched forests. Crystal Lagoon with emerald water oer its visitors an Photo: Dmitry Rukhlenko/Shutterstock.com unforgettable experience. Address: Ko Phi Phi Don Photo: Milkovasa/Shutterstock.com Fossil Shell Beach Address: Thung Teao Forest Natural Park, Khlong Thom Fossil Shell Beach is a District, Krabi shell Cemetery and one of More Info: Situated in the Khao Pra-Bang Khram area. only three such places in Railay Beach the whole world. There is If you want to spend a also a small museum so lazy day, you can't go that you can learn more wrong with a day in or deepen your knowledge about this wonder. Railay Beach. Take your It's a true phenomenon you would want to see. time and relax on the Photo: Palatiallife/Shutterstock.com beach or choose one of its Address: Ban Laem Pho, Krabi many adventures such as kayaking, rock climbing and snorkelling. The beach is also one Khao Ngon Nak Viewpoint of the best spots to enjoy a magnicent sunset. Khao Ngon Nak Viewpoint is a true Photo: ESB Professional/Shutterstock.com enchanting spot. This is a Address: Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi place to visit, especially for hikers and tropical adventure seekers. On the way, stop by the viewpoints, enjoy an impressive waterfall and the panoramic point on the top with a magnicent view. Destination: Krabi Publishing date: 2019-09-05 Photo: sittichai butlop/Shutterstock.com Phone: +66 87 032 0320 Address: Baan Nong Thale, Krabi Internet: www.thaicharmcooking.com Email: [email protected] Khao Mai Kaew Cave Khao Mai Kaew Cave is a The Dive Ao Nang majestic cave with a The Dive Ao Nang is a series of caverns and dive centre that oers a striking stalactites and diving experience where stalagmites. Some you will encounter rich sections in this vast cave marine life, corals and all create a pool where you can swim in. It's an the colours that the ocean adventure you'll never forget. can oer. The Dive Ao Nang courses are available in dierent languages: English, Thai, Photo: Tanwa Kankang/Shutterstock.com Danish, and German. After the dive, you'll also Address: Moo 6, Koh Lanta Yai, Ko Lanta get a certicate. Khlong Thom Waterfall Photo: Netfalls Remy Musser/Shutterstock.com Namtok Ron Khlong Address: 249/2 Moo2, Ao Nang, Krabi Thom Waterfall is one of Phone: +66 82 282 2537 Internet: www.thediveaonang.com Thailand's most popular Email: [email protected] attractions among locals and tourists. The DINING waterfall is located quite close to the Emerald pool. Its majestic fall, deep water and thrilling natural surroundings make Khlong Thom Waterfall well worth a visit. Photo: MosayMay/Shutterstock.com Address: Khlong Thom, Krabi Thai Charm Cooking School Have you ever wanted to Lena Serditova/Shutterstock.com know how to cook like a real Thai? At Thai Charm Krabi’s dining scene is a mixture of local Thai Cooking School you can, and international restaurants. Home to many and with the help and exotic beaches and islands, the coastal province expertise from master also features a wide range of dining options, Chefs, you will learn how to prepare delicious, from ve-star to beachside simplicity. Krabi tasty and typical Thai dishes. Town has typical Thai restaurants while Ao Nang is more internationally geared. Photo: Eakwiphan Smitabhindhu/Shutterstock.com Address: 25 Vatchara Road, Tambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Mueang Krabi Destination: Krabi Publishing date: 2019-09-05 Gecko Cabane Opening hours: Daily 12.00-20.00 The friendly owner, Phone: +66 2 301 1861 charming decor and Internet: www.rayavadee.com/en/the-grotto.php Email: [email protected] delicious local Thai food make this place a must Carnivore Steak & Grill visit when you are visiting With its rustic Krabi Town. Their menu decorations, Carnivore oers excellent and tasty Thai food. All the Steak & Grill is known for dishes are also aordably priced. its western and seafood dishes. You are invited to Photo: Dar1930/Shutterstock.com Address: 1/36-37 Soi Ruamjit, Maharat Road, Krabi enjoy a lunch or dinner in Opening hours: Daily 11.00-14.00 and 17.00-23.30 the lovely atmosphere where a great service is Phone: +66 81 958 5945 provided. Email: [email protected] Photo: Prof foto 101/Shutterstock.com Ton-Ma-Yom Restaurant Address: 127 Moo 3 Ao Nang, Krabi This is a small Thai food Opening hours: Daily 12.30-22.00 restaurant with delicious Phone: +66 75 66 1061 Internet: www.carnivore-thailand.com food and friendly service. Email: [email protected] Ton-Ma-Yom Restaurant is a genuine restaurant, Bai Toey Seafood Restaurant worth a visit even though Bai Toey Seafood is set on it is hidden away from the main street. Table the banks of Krabi River. reservations are highly recommended. Their menu oers great seafood dishes combined Photo: jutamas/Shutterstock.com with a laid-back Address: 262/7 Moo 2, Soi 11 Leelavalley, Ao Nang, Krabi Opening hours: Tue-Sun 08.00-14.00 and 17.00-21.30 atmosphere, great service Phone: +66 89 735 0605 and a sensational view across the river. Email: [email protected] Photo: tisskananat/Shutterstock.com The Grotto Reastaurant Address: 79 Khong Kha Road, Pak Nam, Krabi Town The venue of the Grotto Opening hours: Daily 10.00-22.00 Phone: +66 75 611509 restaurant is set inside a Internet: www.baitoey.com magnicent cave with an Email: [email protected] open view on the beach. You will enjoy their natural decorations and relaxing atmosphere combined with delicious seafood dishes and the beautiful ocean view. Photo: Torsak Thammachote/Shutterstock.com Address: Phra Nang Beach, Rayavadee Resort, Krabi Destination: Krabi Publishing date: 2019-09-05 Chao Fah Night Market Lae Lay Grill Visit Chao Fah Night At Lae Lay Grill Market if you want to restaurant, you will nd a experience the vivid and wide range of delicious lively Krabi night market. seafood with one of the With outdoor stations, most stunning views in there are plenty of people the Krabi Province.
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