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Ko Pha-Ngan


The rooftop swimming pool staring out to glorious sunsets is the key draw at this popular hillside bar, perched high up on the west coast. Arrive early to avoid the crowds, bring your swimsuit, slip into the warm waters, grab yourself a beer (Chang 70B), and enjoy the crimson Pha-Ngan sun descending into the blue ocean.


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Nearby Ko Pha-Ngan attractions

1. Wat Phu Khao Noi

1 MILES

The oldest temple on the island, Wat Phu Khao Noi or 'temple of small mountain', near the hospital in Thong Sala, is believed to have been founded by…

2. Wat Samai Kongka

1.42 MILES

A beautiful green, red and golden gate featuring a dharma wheel greets you at this temple famous for it's terrifying clay model scenes depicting the…

3. Nam Tok Phaeng

2.41 MILES

Nam Tok Phaeng is protected by a national park and is a pleasant reward after a short but rough hike. After the waterfall (dry out of season), it's a…

4. Domsila Viewpoint

2.71 MILES

The terrific Domsila Viewpoint – offering a rocky perch with superb, panoramic views over the island – is a 15-minute, root-choked climb up from Nam Tok…

5. Wat Khao Tham

2.86 MILES

With resident female monks, Wat Khao Tham, near Ban Tai, sits in shade among the trees high up on a hill. A bulletin board details meditation retreats at…

6. Hat Son

3.33 MILES

This not-so-secret, palm-fringed, soft-sand cove (aka Hat Son) sits at the bottom of a steep road in the northwest of the island. It's a popular spot for…

7. Chedi Wat Nai

3.46 MILES

This beautiful stone pagoda from the 19th century has carvings of monks, Garudas, demons, elephants, nagas and an intriguing man in a Chinese suit, as…

8. Ban Nok

3.5 MILES

This small and traditional settlement has a very small one-hall temple at its heart next to the Chedi Wat Nai; there are no other standout sights, but the…