Симиланские острова

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"Similan" is a Yawi or Malay word which means nine or a group of nine islands. Similan Island National Park covers 32,000 acres. It was declared a national park on 1st September 1982.

The Similan islands are highly praised for their beautiful scenery, both onshore and underwater. The best time to visit is between November and April.
The Similan Islands are a group of nine islands, named as follows from south to north.
Huyong island known as Similan Island No. 1, Payang Island known as Similan Island No. 2, Payan Island known as Similan Island No. 3, Miang Island known as Similan Island No. 4 (The headquarters office is located on Miang Island), Ha Island known as Similan Island No. 5, Payu Island known as Similan Island No. 6, Pousar Rock known as Similan Island No. 7, and Similan Island or Similan Island No. 8. Bangu Island known as Similan Island No. 9 is the northernmost of the islands.

Visitors may contact the park office at Thap Lamu. For further information call Tel.: 076-595045. There are bungalows, tents and also restaurants available.

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