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About the area
Koh Samui is an island located in the Gulf of Thailand surrounded by around 60 other islands (the most well known are neighbouring islands Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.) It has been one of the most popular area in Thailand for tourists since the late 1970s and its easy to see why. Koh Samui has some of the best beaches in Thailand from Chaweng beach on the North East coast- 7km of white sands which is bustling in peak season to Maenam beach where the sands are less densely populated but just as stunning. Chaweng is the busiest resort on the island and a favourite with backpackers. You will find 5* resorts sitting alongside budget beach bungalows here and there are no end of bars and restaurants to choose from. Just down the road from Chaweng you'll find Lamai with its famous Thai boxing stadium. Lamai is still busy but has a more laid back feel to Chaweng. Away from the bars and beaches Koh Samui offers visitors lots more to see and do. There are some beautiful waterfalls you can visit inland, particularly Na Muang Waterfall and Hin Lad Waterfall, both situated a short distance from the harbour town of Nathon. The Big Buddha is a 12 metre high Buddha statue which was built on a small island off Koh Samui but is connected to the island by a bridge. This is a popular tourist attraction but also a very important Buddhist symbol for the local people. Koh Samui is easy to explore, whether it be by bicycle, hire car or motorbike. Prices are cheap to hire but the traffic can get a little hectic so be careful! Koh Samui offers you the best of Thailand, whether you're looking for all night parties or a secluded beach where you can escape from the stress of everyday life, you'll find it here in the most beautiful of surroundingsKoh Samui
