The third largest island of Thailand, Koh Samui is a tropical paradise in the Gulf of Thailand in the South China Sea, about 85 km south east of Surat Thani and 700 km from Bangkok. Granted, with the natural picturesque setting, and spectacular flora and diverse fauna, beautiful beaches, coves and beautiful bays, islands, amazing and breathtaking waterfalls, Koh Samui is truly a mix of all that is best in the country. From Koh Samui harvest to over two million coconuts per month, the island is also known as “Coconut Iceland.” Until 1970 “Koh Samui only popular as a destination for backpackers. However, Koh Samui has developed into a number of attractions and facilities include a variety of activities, diving, snorkeling, sailing and trekking and hiking. The main attraction of the island is undoubtedly the coast, with pearl-white sand beaches and small bays and beaches. On the beaches of the island, the most popular Chaweng Beach, the longest of the island. The beach and its surroundings are a center for fun and entertainment. In addition, the region is dotted with a number of world-class hotels, resorts, restaurants and nightclubs. Another beautiful beach of the island is the beach of Lamai, which is much cheaper for its buzzing night life. For a magical experience, a tour of Bophut beach, whose surroundings are sumptuous with a number of old Chinese shops littered with souvenir shops and excellent pizza restaurants. Near the beach is Choengmon Bophut Beach, who is also a sought after area of high recreation. Also for tourists in search of solitude in the middle of quiet surroundings, is one of the best decisions would Maenam beach, located north of the island of Samui. In addition, popular beaches such as Big Buddha Beach Samui, Taling Ngam, Lipa Noi Beach. With its spectacular and tranquil beaches, Koh Samui is a Mecca for the enjoyment of a number of leisure and adventure activities like paragliding, scuba diving, sea fishing and canoeing on the sea If you do not want to engage in any of the above, only a walk along the beautiful beaches, experience its unique beauty and elegance. In addition to the activities that are turning around its incomparable beaches and coastline, Koh Samui offers much more. Thai cuisine is considered among the best in the world. Therefore always been a fan of Thai cuisine and enjoy a great Thai cooking class by some of the excellent restaurants in the area. If you are looking for something different during your stay in Koh Samui and then to the stadium near the amazing spectacle of the Thai-boxing, which includes five rounds of three minutes per head. The same applies if you do not mind some violence, take the opportunity to demonstrate traditional activities such as the fight against Buffalo. One of the best opportunities for fun lovers would show monkey. It would also nothing better than hiking or trekking trip for those interested in exploring the natural quiet of the place, including a lush, green hills, waterfalls and brilliant. Important Koh Samui tourism options are plentiful, with a number of unusual attractions as well as refreshing. Probably the most important symbol of the island of Koh Samui Big Buddha, a temple, whose focal point is a statue 12 feet high golden Buddha can be seen, even several miles away. For nature lovers, a visit to the spectacular butterfly garden with hundreds of rare species of flies buffer would be a unique experience. Also in the courtyard of a house found the bees and a museum of rare species of insects from around the country and in other countries. Even a trip to Samui Crocodile Farm for a fascinating look at the different types of crocodiles, like the Siamese crocodiles, caimans and crocodiles have salt water. Do not miss the sights of the island and the phallic rock that is popular with locals as a grandfather and grandmother Rock; Lamai Overlap Stone, a challenge to climb this rock is impressive, Secret Buddha Garden, home of the beautiful temples, statues and waterfalls, Snake Farm, which has to its credit some of the most poisonous snakes, and scary in Asia and Samui Aquarium and Zoo. Equally wonderful are the temples or wats in the region, such as Hainan Temple, Hin Lad Waterfall Temple, Laem Sor Pagoda Khao Chedi pagoda. Villas and cottages with sea views towards the beach resorts and first class hotels, all accommodations in Samui are superb. Most of them offer first class facilities, including air-conditioned rooms with bath coupled bathrooms, living room, kitchen and dining room. Moreover, many houses and apartments cleaning services, in addition to the excellent facilities such as swimming pools and transfers to the airport. fantastic accommodation options for budget travelers. to enjoy with these incredible attractions and activities that Koh Samui is a true pearl of the Gulf of Thailand.
