Satun

Located in the southern Thailand, Satun is a quiet province consisting of six administrative districts. This peaceful land is known primarily for its amazing uncommonly visited islands, especially Koh Lipe and Koh Tarutao.

Most of the provincial inland is hillywhile the coastal region composes of more than 60 islands. Satun can be considered as an isolated land lying in a humid jungle valley surrounding with limestone cliffs and a misty river.Along the coastal line there is a plain and an infrequently flooded mangrove forest.

The exclusive bi-cultural characteristics of the population in Satun mirror the communal harmony among community of two faiths: Buddhists and Muslims. Moreover, Satun also contains the cultures of a home-grown group called Chao Le whose settlements can be found on Lipeh Islands, and on Bulone Island. These people view typically dissimilar cultures and traditions from those of the native people.

To get in Satun, tourists can choose between plane, train, bus or boat. All transportations are reachable and convenient. Once coming to Satun, head to the Tarutao National Park which is a group of gorgeous islands about two-hour-ferry ride from the jetty of Tammalang. Don’t forget to ascertain the charming attractions of Satun town and take pleasure in the local food including spicy Thai food, Chinese style dishes, and Malaysian style’s roti canai. In the morning, you can wake up early and enjoy a leisurely walk around the Monkey Park with a rocky mountain and a river beside. There are also some nice caves that are admirable for taking some stunning photos. Also, get the chance to climb up the mountain by the existing stairways had been built by the government.