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In 1899 King Chulalongkorn left his monogram on this huge rock during his visit, and islanders still revere the site today.
Three islets joined by white sandbars, topped by a famous viewpoint; entry fee charged and plastic bottles banned.
A short rocky climb to a summit overlooking two bays, with views on clear days to Koh Phangan and Koh Samui.
The gulf’s flagship dive sites: granite pinnacles down to 45 m, schooling fish and the occasional whale shark.
The island’s gateway tells the story of a land of fishermen and coconut groves turned into one of the world’s great scuba training hubs.
Thai New Year in mid-April is celebrated with joyful water fights and offerings to elders and temples.
Usually at the November full moon, small floating offerings are released onto the water; choose biodegradable krathongs.
Dive schools and residents regularly organise clean-ups and artificial reef projects that keen visitors can join.
A steamed seafood curry served in a young coconut, delicate and fragrant.
A sour, fiery southern Thai curry, often with shrimp or fish and made without coconut milk.
In the evening, barracuda, squid and prawns sizzle on beach grills, served with chilli and lime sauces.