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| Satun
is a small, mountainous province on the west coast, bordering
Malaysia, and predominantly Muslim, as evidenced by the
large Bambang Mosque in the centre of town. |
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| Most
tourists head out to the pristine islands of Tarutao Marine
National Park. There are 51 islands in two main groups
- Tarutao group and Adang-Rawi group - ranging from the
largest, Tarutao, to small, uninhabited retreats used
for scientific study. |
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landscape is full of underwater peaks, excellent beaches,
calm and peaceful coves, jungle and mangrove swamps. There's
plenty of wildlife on offer, including numerous birds
and monkeys, as well as green turtles, dolphins and dugong.
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| There
used to be crocodiles on Tarutao - have a look at Crocodile
Cave - and it was also a penal colony, but now it is a
top tourist attraction. Excellent snowballing can be found
at Lipe island, while neighbour Adang is stunning with
forest, hills and waterfalls. |
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| Around
Satun, there are plenty of interesting sights, including
dove farms, forest parks, huge waterfalls and temples.
Thale Ban National Park is famous for its abundant wildlife,
with many waterfalls and caves worth visiting. |
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