Ko Phi Phi

Overall Score

2.7

Phoichit, the administrative center of a single province located 290 kilometers from the capital, Bangkok, stretches along the right bank of the Nang River in central Thailand. The name of the village is translated as "Beautiful City. On the central square is a church with magnificent architectural elements. Its interior spaces are richly decorated with a variety of fixtures and fittings.

Historical monuments of the area include the ruins of the ancient village of Bath Bath of Kaho, which was destroyed in the 8th century. Not far from the city is the Váthá Lyùng Cultural Complex, which rises on the banks of the Nang River and is the most famous temple in Põhitya. In its hall is a giant bronze statue of a giant-sized Buddha.

The National Museum is one of the most interesting places in the city. Its history, ethnography, and archaeology halls contain a wealth of exhibits that can be used to trace the history of the local history. South of the city is Lake Bang Si Phai. There is a park area along its shoreline. There is a crocodile farm next to the lake.

100 USD = 3,353.00 THB

Overall Score

2.7
  • Air quality: 42 US AQI Good. Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
  • Tap water: No, not drinkable
  • Religious government: Non-religious
  • Population: 3,000 people
  • GDP: $5,911 / year
  • Power outlets: 230V50Hz
  • Internet: 21 Mbps
  • Best wireless: AIS
  • Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
  • Tipping: Tipping is NOT customary in Thailand, there is absolutely NO mandatory requirement to tip anyone, but small gratuities for great service are very much appreciated.
  • Apartment listings:
  • Apartments: Airbnb
  • Hotels: Booking.com
  • More hotels: Hotels.com
  • Best taxi: Grab
  • Online electronics shop: Lazada
  • Best short-haul air carrier: Air Asia
  • Best intl air carrier: Air Asia
  • Monthly costs for expat: $460
  • Monthly costs for family: $1250
  • Monthly costs for local: $360
  • Meal: $1.6
  • Small Cola: $0.8
  • Beer 1 Pint: $1.6
  • Coffee: $2.5


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