Beach Karon

Karon beach is very long, 3 kilometres. You can always find a space here. It is the third longest beach on the island and one of the most popular. Sand on Karon beach is very soft and white and is known to make an unusual sound when you walk on it. You have plenty of things to do, like parasail, swim, and jet ski. The rocky area around the south of the beach is a top spot for snorkelling.

Along the road, next to the beach there is a mystical golden snake or dragon, called Naga. Thai people come here to make offerings and pay respect. From looking at a statue of a Naga, it’s easy to see why they’re such feared guardians. With their angry expressions, sharp teeth and often a multitude of heads, Naga aren’t for the faint hearted. Whilst the Indian versions tend to resemble cobras, those in Southeast Asia take on more of a dragon form. They are protectors of Gods, and are said to inhabit the Mekong river that runs through much of Southeast Asia. Naga aren’t just a creature from Thai folklore, they play a large part in the mythology of the Hindu and Buddhist faiths. They have frequent interactions with Gods. They act as a bed on which Vishnu slept and dreamed the world into creation. King Naga was shielding the Buddha from a storm with their many heads. Nagas are mentioned in several stories throughout the scriptures of both faiths, which has led to them attaining a revered status in various Southeast Asian nations. Their role as guardians has seen them become a popular choice for temple statues and decorations, where they are thought to deter bad spirits and bad luck.