Ao Talen
July 16, 2009 by KDSH
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Ao Talen is a small fishing village, located in the heart of Krabi’s local mangrove ecosystem. By paddling a canoe or kayak through the intricate waterways, you can penetrate the diverse swamps and limestone karsts, highlighted by a lagoon and canyon.
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Nopparat Thara Beach
July 16, 2009 by KDSH
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Locals refer to Nopparat Thara as “Klong Heng” (dry canal) because of its appearance at low tide. Then it is interesting to walk to the nearby islands without needing a boat.
NOPPARAT THARA BEACH
is just North up the coast from Ao Nang, 19 km from Krabi town. It is also the longest beach in the area, 3 km long. The National Park headquarters are situated at the northern end of the beach, close to a tributary of water flowing from the mountain in the North. The office’s facilities include tourist information, bungalow accommodation and a camp site. 
Railay Beach
July 15, 2009 by KDSH
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Railay Beach : Surrounded by sheer limestone cliffs on 3 sides, Railay Beach, just South of Ao Nang, can easily be reached by local taxi boat in 15 minutes. The name ‘Railay’ is supposedly an abbreviation for ‘Rai Tale’ in Thai, which means ‘orchard near the sea.’ Railay Beach consists of two bays joined at the headland on the West and East respectively.
West Railay is a narrow beach with towering karst formations and cliffs suitable for rock climbing. The turquoise water and long beach are highly popular amongst holiday makers for sunbathing and swimming. What has brought Railay its fame, however, is rock climbing. Back in 1992, a French rock climber explored the cliffs thoroughly and returned home to reveal his discoveries in rock climbing circles. since then, a great many experienced climbers have followed in his footsteps to enjoy the beauty and mystery of the soaring limestone pinnacles. The routes which they and others in their turn have established, vary in difficulty from 5C to 8C in the French system of standards, which include multi-pitch and single pitch climbs. Railay is said to have very challenging rock climbing by international standards. One of the best known routes is called ‘The King and I’, which is multi-pitch and to be found on the cliff named ‘Thai Wand Wall’. Tonsai Beach has 32 difficult and easy routes, with overhanging rocks that will test the strength of any climber. The ‘Humanity’ route offers more muti-pitch options. East Railay, (Nam Mao Beach), is the most popular of all for rock climbing, especially ‘Pa 1-2-3′, because of its easy access to accommodation. The 22 routes here, assessed at 5-7C in difficulty, suit the needs of both individual rock climbers and rock climbing schools.
HOW TO GET TO RAILAY BEACH
Although it is one of Krabi’s mainland beaches, it is inaccessible by road, being surrounded on all sides by cliffs. 
There are local taxi-boat services from Chao Fa pier in Krabi town (40 minutes), from Ao Nang (15 minutes) or from Nam Mao Beach (10 minutes).
WHERE TO STAY ON RAILAY BEACH
There are many rooms available in hotels and resorts in Railay, ranging in price and comfort. Pre-booking is nearly always advised, and during peak periods (including Thai holidays), reservations are a must. Railay Bay Resort & Spa is in West Railay and faces the sea.
WHERE TO EAT ON RAILAY BEACH
Most restaurants on Railay these days meet international culinary standards, and the seafood dishes here always receive the most orders.
FACILITIES ON RAILAY BEACH
Railay Beach has more or less the same standard and range of facilities as its neighbouring beaches, with the main additional activity being rock climbing.
Source : Krabi Tourism Association
Krabi Economy
July 15, 2009 by KDSH
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EARLY SURVIVAL
Archaeological research revealing human and animal bones, tombs, stone age tools and campfire activity, suggest that Krabi was a home to cave men, 27,000 to 37,000 years ago. Man’s methods of survival changed over the course of time from hunting and gathering to animal rearing, 3,000 to 5,000 years ago.
Ao Nang Beach
July 15, 2009 by KDSH
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Ao Phra Nang
is the collective name for a group of bays, incorporating Ao Nang, Tonsai Beach, West Railay Beach, Phra Nang Beach, Phranang Cave, Laem Nang and East Railay Beach.
Ao Pranang (Pranang Cave Beach)
July 14, 2009 by KDSH
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Like Railay, the beach of Pranang can only be reached by boat, and is similarly popular for swimming and rock climbing. Pranang Cave, which often lends its name to the beach, is a small but memorable cave, shrouded in mythology and mystery. The stalactites and stalagmites are one outstanding feature. Ao Pranang is a beautiful, 600 m long beach, blessed with pure, white sands. It is quite a hot spot, and is sure not to disappoint sunlovers.
Krabi Rainforest
July 13, 2009 by KDSH
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Krabi Rainforest
covers approximately 9 per cent of the total land area - which is mostly established in the form of a national park and wildlife sanctuary. A guided visit to these conservation areas can be easily arranged.
KHAO NOR CHU CHI (KHAO PRA BANG KRAM) WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
In the southern part of Thailand, this natural boundary is one of the most substantial study sites and the wildlife, especially a variety of species of birds is very abundant. Khao Pra Bang Karm is a lowland forest featuring Tung Tieo swamp, various kinds of plant and such endangered species as Gurney’s Pitta and the black hornbill. The 2.7 kilometer nature trail to Tung Tieo waterfall has 18 stations, at which you can learn many things, e.g. species of birds, botanic nature, etc.
Koh Lanta
July 13, 2009 by KDSH
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Koh Lanta, 68 km from Krabi town, has a group of 52 islands, the largest of which are Koh Lanta Yai, Koh Lanta Noi and Koh Klarng. ‘Pulaotatak’ is the original name for Koh Lanta. In the language of the Chao Ley sea gypsies, it means simply ‘island with long beach’. The Chao Ley have a long history of living in Koh Lanta. Although many Chao Ley today seem to live no differently from the ethnic Thais on Lant, they proudly keep alive some traditions, such as the celebration of ‘Loy Rua Chao Le’ (The setting adrift of the Chao Ley boats). Visitors wanting to learn more about the Chao Ley sea 
gypsies and their traditions should take a look at the village of Sangaua on the southernmost tip of Koh Lanta Yai’s West coast. Koh Lanta Yai’s geography consists mainly of limestone mountain, with the Lanta Range running through the middle of the island. It is covered in lush rainforest, home to many species of fauna and flora. The magnificent beaches of the West coast draw increasingly more travellers in search of rest and recreation. The sub-district of Saladan on Koh Lanta Yai is the center of tourist facilities. Some of the most popular activities on Koh Lanta are swimming, sunbathing, cave exploration and scuba diving.
Lovely People of Krabi
July 9, 2009 by KDSH
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In the past, a great number of foreigners, such as Egyptians, Romans, Arabs, Indians and Chinese, stopped at the sea port of Krabi during their long voyages. The exchange which took place was not only commercial, but also cultural. It was in this way, that Krabi developed a charming character of its own.
CULTURE BLENDING
The result of 3,000 to 5,000 years of pleasant cultural blending can be plainly seen in the character of the local people today. Krabi people are typically bold, assertive, open, direct, trustful and above all welcoming to strangers.
Than Bokoranee National Park
July 9, 2009 by KDSH
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Than Bok Khorani National Park
General Information
Than Bok Khorani National Park is a rainforest situated in the valley in the midst of the mountains. Streams flow through the area disappearing into the limestone rocks underneath the mountains, on their journey to the sea.
