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Koh Chueak

코츠억

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  1. 1Koh Chueak

    We now arrive at Koh Chueak, a name that translates literally to 'Rope Island.' Unlike the sprawling beaches of Koh Kradan, Koh Chueak presents a more formidable and dramatic aspect of the Andaman's geology. This location…

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  2. 2Soft Corals and the Current-Driven Ecosystem

    The primary attraction at Koh Chueak, and the subject of much biological interest, is its exceptional concentration of soft corals. Unlike the hard, reef-building corals found at Kradan, soft corals—belonging to the order…

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  3. 3Karst Geomorphology and Coastal Erosion

    The physical structure of Koh Chueak offers a masterclass in karst geomorphology. These islets are composed of Permian-aged limestone, part of a massive reef complex that existed over 250 million years ago. …

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  4. 4Koh Chueak

    As we conclude our visit to Koh Chueak, we carry with us a deeper appreciation for the rugged beauty and biological complexity of these limestone islets. Koh Chueak has challenged us with its currents but rewarded us with a…

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What is Koh Chueak?

Koh Chueak is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeNature
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates7.3518, 99.2675
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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