Monday, November 1, 2010

Koh Tao Thailand

The island of Koh Tao in Thailand is not only beautiful, but also has an interesting history. The island has hordes of sea turtles found in nearby waters are used for the name. "Tao" means turtle, and in Thai "Koh" means island of the literal translation is Turtle Island. Before WW 1 and 2, there were people on the island, only the turtles, but during the war, political prisoners Koh Tao served as a prison to hold.This lasted from 1933-1947, when all the prisoners were charged pardoned and released.

The island has been uninhabited for decades, according to these tourists began to discover the beauty and tranquility of the 'island about 40 years. Slow growth can be achieved only by the fact that the island and is a little 'out of the way too heavy, but these days is more than 1,500 people this year to around Koh Tao phone call and more than 100,000 visitors who enjoy next idyllic beaches and crystal clear waters around the island.

Although turtles live have moved more private, Koh Tao is still a top destination for divers and lovers of the majority of residents and visitors are connected to in some diving. Some of the best dive sites in the world are near the island and many people come specifically for diving. Of course, this usually means a large number of dive shop in Koh September> Tao is easy to find a group of scuba diving and even learn to dive and get certified for open water diving.

Although diving is not your thing, makes the natural beauty of the island is well worth a visit. Where else has the possibility of a beach lined with palm trees and turquoise water that you can have it all for you? In addition, there are several places where you learn about Yoga and Tai Chi, and using one of the amazing Thai massageMelt the stress from the body.

All in all Koh Tao is certainly one of the other islands, where nature is in evidence, yet still full of modern amenities are available. If I were you, I'd do anything for you to book your next vacation in this beautiful Thai island off the relaxed atmosphere and is gone forever the beauty of nature.

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