Krabi
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General Information
Other Name: -, District: NA, State: South Thailand, Thailand
Area: 4708.5 km²
Languages Spoken: Thai
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Best Time to Visit: November to May and -
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Krabi is one of the southern provinces of Thailand, at the shore of the Andaman Sea.The capital of the region is the city of Krabi.Apart from its natural attractions, Krabi is also a popular place for canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, and abseiling. Famous spots for canoeing and kayaking include Ko Hong, Ko Karot, Ko Phak Bia, Ko Ku Du, and Tha Len, while Tham Phra Nang and Hat Rai Le have attracted many climbers. Abseiling has currently become another popular sport in Krabi.Located 35 kilometres from the provincial town, Ban Tha Len, abounds with mangrove forests and ghost crabs. Tham Khangkhao or the bat cave has impressive stalactites and stalagmites. There is a panoramic view of Krabi’s sea, offshore islands, and mangrove forests are visible.Krabi is a meling pot of Buddhists, Thai-Chinese, Muslims and even sea gypsies. The majority of the population in the rural areas is Muslim. Krabi however, does not suffer from any religious tension and the folk live in peace and harmony.With this kind of mixture, Krabi is always celebrating something be it part ofThai Buddhist, Thai-Chinese or Thai-Islamic tradition. Visitors can also enjoy the annual boat-launching ceremonies of the sea gypsies and various long-tail boat races.In general, Southern Thai food is renowned for its spiciness. Much of the cuisine has its origins in Malay, Indonesian and Indian food. Favourite dishes from the south include Indian-style Muslim curry (massaman), rice noodles in fish curry sauce (Khanom Jeen) and chicken birayani.As for Krabi, seafood is obviously what most tourists long for when visiting a coastal province like Krabi.Location
The province is located at the shore to the Andaman Sea.Climate
Tropical
A unique location for picnics and swimming, this famous mainland spot lies between Krabi and Phang Nga. Flock to this spot on weekends during your vacation tour to Krabi.
This National park hosts several picturesque spots. Some such spots include Tham Khao Ping, a beautiful cave and waterfalls like Nam Tok Huoy Saday, Nam Tok Klong Hang, Nam Tok Ton Hahn, which are irresistibly attractive on this spot.
Located in Krabi, Phuket''s sister province, only 55 kilometers northeast of Phuket, this beach has been ranked as one of the most beautiful in the world along with neighboring Rae Lai Beach. The Phra Nang Peninsula is completely cut off to land transport by walls of rock, which tower over the white sand and sparkling sea. Surrounded by tropical plants and serenaded by the call of colorful birds, this must be as close to paradise as you can get.
Located in Krabi, Phuket''s sister province, only 55 kilometers northeast of Phuket, this beach has been ranked as one of the most beautiful in the world along with neighboring Phra Nang Beach. Accessible only by boat, here you can find the essential qualities of a classic Andaman beach; soft, white sand, warm waters of amazing clarity and lush foliage spilling onto the sands from a verdant tropical background. And towering over this classic beach are huge cliffs that soar 1,000 feet and more.
The collection of the museum speaks of the time, which is nearly thousand years ago. However, if you feel hesitated in terming it pre historic, then just think of a wide difference between these marks of ancient civilization and that of this time. You will get the excitement.The museum is situated in the Klong Tom district of this city. This district is at the east of Krabi town. The museum is positioned near about 1 km from the District Headquarters.Wat Khlong Thorn Museum is called a temple museum. Over here you will find a wide collection of ancient stones. Besides, bronze tools and coins bear the medium of economy in the past days. Pottery, decorations and beads bear the style, which expresses the architecture as well as the fine arts of days that passed by more than five hundred years ago.