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It is pretty near to Bangkok actually just across from the sea side town of Si-Racha.
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Leaving the pier of Si-Racha,
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Arriving the island, with view a Chinese temple situated on hillside.
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Tutuks on the island are different in design from Bangkok.. lot more spacious. This is the main mode of transport on the island.
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Booked one for 2 days that will take us around various spots of interest around the island.
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Stayed on a hillside resort near here with magnificent of the sea below. Not an area swim though.
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Walking down the trial..
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The Chinese temple have special significance to the Chinese community in Thailand for it was here many early immigrants set foot after the long sea voyage from southern China.
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View of bay area.
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There are many temples here for meditation retreat.
This probably the best beach on the island... watched sun set here.
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Fishing boats beach here has a rustic look but beautiful.
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It is not a big island but still enjoyable for a day or 2... with a very laid back feeling around.