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Koh Pha Ngan Description
The 19.4-km (12-mi.) long and 11.6-km (7-mi.) wide island of Koh Pha Ngan is situated about 16 km (10 mi.) north of Koh Samui and for some years has served as an overflow resort when Koh Samui has been overcrowded. More than half of the island still consists of jungle dominated by the limestone mountains which descend to the beaches in places. The population of about 8000 is dependent primarily upon fishing for its livelihood with tourism increasingly becoming more than just a source of additional income. Koh Pha Ngan has excellent beaches but, apart from the beauty of the jungle, no particular sights. The chief town, Thong Sala, roughly in the middle of the south-west coast, has an adequate infrastructure (post office, telephones,
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Hobbies & Activities category: Beach;  Scuba or snorkel opportunity;  Region with significant interests
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