The Puzzling Miracle of Krabi Shells

Laem Pho, the site of the 75-million-yearShellCemetery, the shells are that of freshwater mollusks as a flat platform of fossil along the shoreline known as theShellCemetery. The peculiarity inThailand. However, is that at Ban Na Khao, Khao Phanom District, fossil of sea shell of ark shell species aged 300 – 350 million years has been found on a hill slope with an appearance of lignite.

Best time to visit : Late November to April

Best period of the day : Watch the sunrise over Laem Pho at 6.00 hrs.and tour the freshwater shell cemetery from early to late afternoon.

How to get there : Laem Pho is 17 Kilometers from Krabi Town area, by taking Highways No. 4034 and 4204,The freshwater shell cemetery is at Ben Na Khao, Khao Phanom District,about 12 kilometers from the district area.

Sculptures were built to honor former monarchs or personalities, but here in Krabi, they broke the new ground by building Sculptures to the Sea Crab, Eagle, Elephant and the Ancient-human. The Sea Crab signifies the fertility of the mangrove forest, the Eagle signifies wide vision, the Elephant reminds of the White-Elephant of the Reign, discovered in Krabi, and the Ancient-human represents Krabi, signifying the Krabi is a significant prehistoric site.

Best time to visit : Late November to May

Best period of the day : Morning 6.00 to 9.00 hrs. Afternoon, 16.00 to 18.00 hrs.

How to get there : The Monument to the Sea Crab and the Monument to the Eagle are at kilometer 0, at the quay in front ofKrabiTown onUttrakit Road, the Monument to the Elephant, the Monument to the Eagle and the Monument to the Ape-Men are at the traffic lights intersection onMaharat Road.

The Emerald Lagoon of the Andaman Sea

The Emerald lagoon of the Andaman Sea, Phi Phi Le Island not only boasts a fantastic limestone formations as castles in the ocean, but also a stunning aerial view of Maya Bay with white fine sand beaches and the seawater which sparkles at high tide in the sun as deep emerald lake. While at low tide, another scene can be observed as crab-eating macaques com down.

Best time to visit : Late November to April

Best period of the day : 10.00 to 14.00 hrs.

How to ger there : Board a boat on hire at Ao Ton Sai Pier, for a tour of Maya Bay, tje lnner Sea of Phi Phi Le and the neighboring area, at 2,500 baht a day

The Emerald of the Andaman Sea that the World Never Forgets

Phi Phi DonIslandwas ranked among the ten most beautiful islands of the world in the past, The island is made up of two world famous perfectly-curved bays,TonSaiBayandLohDalamBaywhich almost merge into one as the symbol ofPhiPhiIslandsknown around the world.Phi Phi DonIslandalso features several peaceful and beautiful bays and a prime dive site in theAndamanSea.

Best time to visit : Late November to April

Best period of the day : 8.00 to 15.00 hrs.

How to get there : Boats can be boarded at Chilad Cannal Pier in Krabi Town, 4 trips a day, at a fee of 450 baht, each.

Beautiful Beach,Clear Water-an ldyllic Venue for Sea-Lovers

PodaIslandis a major isle with the finest beach in the atolls in front of Ao Nang, not far from Thalae Whaek-theDividedSea. The charms of this idyllic isle lie in the crystal clear seawater and the white fine sand, perfect for sunbathing and swimming at ease. At low tide, a vast sand dune emerges in the front. This is therefore an idyllic venue for sea-lovers from all corners of the world to immerse in the best impressions of their lives.

Best time to visit : Late November to April

Best period of the day : 8.00 to 15.00 hrs.

How to get there : From Ao Nang, there are long-tailed boats in service to Poda lslands all day long. A round trip costs 300 baht each, for a trip of about half an hour. Boats can also be hired exclusively at 2,200 bath