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  2. Krabi - Wikipedia

    • Krabi is the capital of and main town in Krabi Province (thesaban mueang), on the west coast of southern Thailand, where the Krabi River flows into Phang Nga Bay. The town lies 650 km (400 mi) south of Bangkok, and as of 2020, has a population of 32,644. As in much of southern Thailand, the local economy centres largely on tourism. … See more

    History

    At the start of the Rattanakosin period in the late eighteenth century, when the capital was finally settled at Bangkok, … See more

    Administration

    The town covers the tambon Paknam and Krabi Yai of Krabi District, and is divided into 10 communities (chumchon). See more

    Tourism

    Much of the province has been given over to several national parks. Top destinations are Hat Noppharat Thara - Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, Ao Nang, Railay, and Ko Phi Phi. The province includes over 80 smaller islands suc… See more

    Mannerisms

    It is tradition of southern Thailand that when thanking (Kobkunka) it is polite to imitate a crab, with hand gestures. See more

    Transport

    Since 1999 the town has been served by the international Krabi Airport. Passing through the town is Phetkasem Road (Thailand Route 4). See more