Cheap Tickets to Koh Samui – Top Things to Do

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Sep 4, 2013
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With an area of about 230 sq km and a population of over 60,000 people, Koh Samui ranks second in the list of the biggest islands in Thailand. Only Phuket is larger than Koh Samui, which is an island with a round shape, situated just off the east coast of the Kra Isthmus. One of the most famous tourist spots in Thailand, Koh Samui consists of nearly 61 islands with smaller islands encircling the one main island. The middle region of the main island is isolated and covered by lush mountainous forests.

The central ridge area has the highest peak known as Mount Khao Pom, while the island's low-lying areas are linked together with only one road. This road is what makes the outer ring of the island. Travelers can book cheap flights to Koh Samui and go biking along the circular road to see all marine attractions of the island. With a history dating back to over two millennia, Koh Samui is likely to offer some historical landmarks as well. With a rapid growth of tourism, island now has its own international airport known as Samui Airport.

Top Things to Do in Koh Samui

Some of the top things to do in Koh Samui include the following:

• Enjoy Beaches and Waterfront Attractions: Nathon, the former capital of Ko Samui, is a leading fishing area and a popular tourist site. Fishing has traditionally contributed to the economy of the island, but with the growth tourism, fishing is no longer the main income source of the people living here. Still, you can enjoy visiting fishing communities while you are here on cheap tickets to Koh Sumui. The most popular tourist attractions are, however, its white lovely beaches and beach resorts. Some of the famous beaches include Chaweng, Lamai, Maenam, Bophut, Bangrak, Choeng MoN, Ao Tong Takian and Nathon.

• Visit Temples and Amazing Landmarks: The gigantic statue of Buddha, which is a 12 m in height and popularly called "Big Buddha", is probably the most visited landmark in Koh Samui. This idol is placed atop a famous temple known as Wat Phra Yai. There are other temples also, such as Wat Khunaram, which attracts tourists for the embalmed body of monk known as Loung Pordaeng. A visit to Papa and Mama Rocks in the south of Lamai beach also sounds interesting because of their striking resemblance with male and female genitalia.The Cheap flights with Hoodaki travel agent

• Experience Nature and Wildlife: Those who love adventure can go camping in the jungle mountain located in the center of the island. Spot many lovely gardens, rubber trees, and waterfalls at Na Muang. Wildlife enthusiasts can take a trip to exciting animal attractions like the crocodile farm, the monkey theatre, a marine aquarium and a butterfly garden. Kids as well as adults will certainly enjoy riding the elephant. Nature explorers must take advantage of the cheap tickets to Koh Samui and take a day trip to the wonderful Ang Thong National Marine Park.

Md. Kaisar is an English writer. He has graduated from Annamalai University in English Literature and is now working for a travel company. Md. Kaisar is passionate about writing, especially on travel and finance. Presently, he is writing about Cheap Tickets to Koh Samui, Book Flights to Koh Samui, Cheap Flights to Koh Samui Hotels & Holiday Packages, Car Hire, and Travel Insurance.Google+

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