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Koh Phangan information and travel guide


Koh Phangan is a unique and very special Island in the Gulf of Thailand, it is sheltered from heavy weather and maintains one of the best climates in the region.

The Island's cultural tradition goes back over 600 years when the first monks settled here, building temples at sites that remain today and there is a vast amount of heritage to explore. The jungle interior is still untouched in many areas and there's a magnificent variety of wildlife to see including the giant monitor lizards in Than Sadet National Park. Or at Koh Ma's National Marine Park there's turtles, shoals of tropical fish and a vibrant live reef teeming with mesmerising corals.

The town of Haad Rin has is home to a vibrant mix of friendly Southern Thai hospitality and Koh Phangan's unique party culture, creating a place and vibe that could only be found at the origin of the Full Moon Party.The event has bought the Island global notoriety and Haad Rin has become one of the biggest party centres in the world.

The town has grown to accommodate these visitors and Haad Rin has a great variety of restaurants, accommodation and nightlife options. There are over twenty clubs, scores of bars and a multitude of eateries serving every cuisine under the sun, from Mexican to Indian or whatever else you fancy. Koh Phangan Thailand

To reach Koh Phangan, you will either be arriving at Suratthani on a bus, train or plane; at each drop off point there are tour guides to show you the way to the ferry terminals.

Phangan island Thailand For those that are not on a budget Koh Samui has an international airport run by Bangkok Air and Thai Airways have services arriving in Suratthani.

All travel arrangements can be made at most travel agents once you arrive in Thailand where you can purchase a combined Bus/Train/Boat ticket.







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Last Updated : 21-Feb-2010