Krabi is a province of Thailand, the main wealth of which is nature. Almost at every step the traveler is waiting for acquaintance with picturesque national parks, mysterious caves, unique hot springs, luxurious waterfalls. The local scenery of the Andaman coast is simply mesmerizing.
Natural Attractions
Caves and Mountains
The Two mountains of Khao Kanab Nam, between which the Krabi River flows, have become the symbol of Krabi. At the foot of the mountains is a staircase leading to stalactite and stalagmite caves, of which there are many on the Krabi sightseeing map.
The uniqueness of these places lies not only in the picturesque karst deposits, but also in the traces of ancient life and rock paintings found in some of them. The very names of the caves are fascinating and intriguing. Especially interesting are Princess Cave and Viking Cave.
Aquarium
The local aquarium Coastal Fisheries Research and Development Center is a fisheries research center. It is made up of sections such as these:
- a number of small open-air ponds divided into compartments;
- indoor aquariums.
Operation schedule: daily from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Cost of admission: admission is free.
How to get there: by public songteo in the direction from Ao Nang to Shell Cemetery (20 THV).
Hot Springs
Krabi's Klong Thom hot springs surprise locals and tourists alike with their high concentration of salt. It is believed that their water can cure musculoskeletal disorders and give strength.
Cost of admission: from 100 THB.
How to get there: drive to the border of Khlong Thom town.
Other Natural Attractions
- The Emerald Lake (Pool) and Blue Lake
Located in the Khao Pra Bang Khram National Wildlife Sanctuary;
- Shell Cemetery
Factually a dried-up swamp covered in a tough shell of snails, located 20km from Krabi Town;
- Waterfalls
Hua Said, Klong Haeng, and Nam Tok Huay To.
Tiger Cave Temple
A temple called "Tiger Cave", located 8 km from Krabi Town and 20 km from Ao Nang, occupies a special place in the list of Krabi attractions. The most famous man-made cultural monument is located on the mountain Khao Phanom Bencha. The temple owes its name to the patterns on the stone at the foot, which look like tiger tracks.
A climb up a narrow staircase of 1,237 steps to a height of 600 meters above sea level, you can see the total temple complex:
- Directly the Tiger temple near the observation deck with stunning views;
- Buddha's statue and allegedly his footprint;
- a few statues of tigers and dragons;
- Chinese temple of the Goddess Guan.
Operation schedule: daily from 8:00 to 17:00.
Cost of admission: visit free of charge.
Cost of tour: from 1200 THB.
How to get there: by public songteo from Krabi bus station (50 THB).
White Temple
The Wat Kaew Korawaram temple attracts tourists primarily because of its amazing white color for Buddhist religious buildings. At its foot is a viewing platform guarded by statues of majestic dragons.
Operation schedule: daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Cost of admission: admission is free.
How to get there: drive to the central market and Krabi Town waterfront, the temple is within walking distance of them.
Klong Thom
The Wat Klong Tom temple museum contains pieces of antiquities collected on Krabi since the 14th century. Coins, utensils, tools of labor, and cult objects can be seen here.
If you're planning a vacation in Krabi, you should definitely check out all these wonders. Do not forget to buy in advance brochures with a description of the attractions of Krabi.
