Wat Kaew Ko Wararam - Krabi
The striking white temple is one of the largest and most important in Krabi Province. Majestic golden dragons lead up the winding staircase into the impressively painted interior.
The Temple is right in the centre of Krabi Town, on the same street as the Vogue Department Store. Brightly coloured and ornate, the walls of the Temple mostly depict Buddha’s journey. There are number of smaller temples on the site, some of which are restricted for the use of local monks and nuns.
Peacocks roam the peaceful grounds rich with Frangipani trees and lush gardens.
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Wat Tham Seua – Tiger Cave Temple
Tucked away in ancient forest, Wat Tham Seua is a natural wonder. The temple consists of dozens of natural caves at the foot of a sheer limestone cliff. Established in the 1970's, a monk named the Temple after a tiger entered the cave where he was meditating. Legend says the tiger left the cave without harming the monk. It is also said there are tiger’s footprints found in the walls of the cave.
Rock Climbing
The world’s best rock climbers flock to Railay in Krabi Province to conquer the sheer karst limestone cliffs jutting out from the mangroves. The undisputed climbing mecca of Southeast Asia, Railay has over 700 bolted routes that range from beginner to expert. Climbing schools teach all levels, and pretty much all ages. Tour groups cater for singles through to families. This is a rock climber’s paradise.
