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Phang Nga town is surrounded by natural parkland, featuring caves, limestone cliffs and uninhabited islands.
Though the town is quiet, but for good beaches, try the west coast of this province, Surin Island or cruise out to the largest Similan Island. The beaches here are good for swimming and snorkeling, has panoramic sea view from its highest point. While diving offers excellent visibility. It is rates among the top 10 dive sites in the world.
James Bond Island and Koh Pannyi (Sea Gypsy Island) are just two of the more famous sites in Phang Nga. "James Bond Island" from the 007 movie, it is a signature rocky pinnacle. While Koh Pannyi is a remarkable village, the whole of it built out over water on stilts and with a giant rock monolith guarding its rear. |