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Asia Destinations

Koh Samui and Its Natural Beauty

Koh Samui can be rightly said to be a jewel in the crown of Thailand, as it has numerous attractions and is well developed. Due to this, Koh Samui has numerous tourist attractions, making it one of the most preferred holiday spots.

Koh Samui has many lovely beaches. The loveliest beach is the Chaweng beach, situated in the north east portion of Samui. It is very well-known for its nightclubs, lounges and multi cuisine cafes. Lamai beach lies on the east coast of Koh Samui and has many spas on the beach. Lipa Noi offers gorgeous view of sunset and sunrise and is the center for water sports like diving, fishing and snorkeling. Maenam beach lies on the northern cost of Ko Samui, supervising the famous idol of Lord Buddha. This big idol was particularly designed for worship by visitors and to acquaint them with the opulent Thai culture. It lies in the middle of the city and is the mark of inimitable Thai religion. Besides the beaches there is a well-known national park known as Angthong National park. This national park is famous for its rainforests and diverse wildlife. It also offer Kayaking, a thrilling activity to visit caves and tunnels below the marine national park. Ko Samui has many monkey shows that provide a lot of entertainment. Magic garden is one highly visited place in Koh Samui. It is situated on the hills of Ko Samui and can be accessed only via forest in jeeps. The Huay Yai waterfall is one more popular tourist spot, 60 m high and 30 m wide.

Ko Samui is a place with rich heritage. Its attractions actually enhance its beauty. It has been well-endowed with both natural and cultural beauty. No wonder it is the jewel in the crown of Thailand.