Sightseeing in Ban Khlong Muang - what to see. Complete travel guide

The small picturesque village Muang, the main attraction of which is a beautiful beach, started to attract travelers not so long ago. Even now, it is famous not among everyone who wants to relax away from noisy resorts, big cities, and crowded beaches. Besides, there is absolutely everything you need for a good rest. At the resort, there are comfortable hotels, a big beach with well-developed infrastructure, and a lot of interesting landmarks and entertainments for all tastes.

Krabi where Muang is located is one of the oldest provinces in Thailand. The first settlements appeared here in the 7th century BC. It was here that the big ancient city Pan Seymour was located at that time. This city had been independent for a long time but then the territory of the province of Krabi acceded to Bangkok. Now, there are a lot of important archeological sites in the surroundings of Muang. Also, the caves with ancient paintings were found here. In the territory of the village, there are no historic or architectural attractions. Here, tourists can not only relax on the beach, but also walk along picturesque streets and admire the locals’ houses, fruit trees, and other exotic plants. There are several interesting attractions in Krabi Town that is only 15 minutes drive from Muang.

Here, you can see a beautiful old mosque with high towers and green domes. Not far from it, there is a Buddhist temple, Kaewkowararam, that is considered as the sample of Thai architecture. The walls of the temple are white. The architectural complex has a complex structure. There is an open space with columns and canopies, as well as a black sophisticated roof that contrasts sharply with white walls. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Around the temple, there is a beautiful exotic garden where you can see interesting constructions and sculptures. The adherents of any religion can enter the temple. Its design is very interesting too. The lovers of excursions can take a longer trip, during which you can visit interesting archeological sites, admire natural beauties, and get in the caves where people lived thousands of years ago.

In the village, there are also no entertainment venues. There are only a few small restaurants where you can taste exotic dishes with seafood. One of the few entertainments the village offers is a weekly market that you can visit on Fridays. It is opened at noon and closed late at night. On the market, you can buy fresh seafood and taste fish dished cooked right on open stalls. Also, you can buy interesting handicrafts and unique souvenirs. Many people visit the market to taste delicacies and exotic fruits.

The nearby resort, Ao Nang, offers more entertainments. It is famous for noisy bars, disco clubs, stores, and shopping malls. Muang is primarily targeted at those who like vacationing in a quiet atmosphere. Its shallow beaches with light sand attract tourists with small children.

The International Airport of Krabi mostly accommodates flights from Bangkok, Phuket Town, and Surat Thani. The simplest way to reach the province is a flight over Bangkok because its airport accommodates flights from different countries. From the airport, you can reach the village of Muang by taxi. Many travelers rent a motorbike which is not so expensive here. Those who want to save on Bangkok airlines’ services can also reach Krabi by train or bus. Those who travel with friends should take a taxi. Regular buses to Krabi Town come from the southern bus terminal of Bangkok, Pen Klao. The bus trip will take you almost 12 hours.