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Geography of Ko Pha-ngan:
Gem of the Gulf of Thailand

Located in Ang Thong Channel north of Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan
covers an area of 122 square kilometers, making it the fifth
biggest island of Thailand after Phuket, Samui, Chang and Tarutao.
Geographically, Ko Pha-ngan is abundant in natural resources,
surrounded by many beaches. The western side of the island consists
of coral reefs idealistic for diving, and numerous sand bars or Lang Ngan,
from which the island takes its name. Beyond those beaches are

hill-foot plains planted with coconut and other fruits, as well as rubber
trees. These plantations stretch up to the mountain range standing

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