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Koh Pha Ngan is an island in the Gulf of Thailand in South East Thailand. It is famous for its full moon party at Haad Rin Beach and as a backpackers destination.
Koh Pha Ngan has two sister islands: the larger Koh Samui to the south and the smaller Koh Tao to the north.
Area: about 168 km²
Estimated perimeter: 50 km EST. (10hrs average walking time)
Province: Surat Thani
From mainland: about 55 km
From Ko Samui: about 15 km
From Ko Tao: about 35 km
Population: 11,846 (2004)
Main town: Thong Sala
Highest Point: Khao Ra, 630m asl.
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