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       Samui's beaches 
        are everyone's dream of a tropical island escape. The island's 2 major 
        beach locations are Chaweng and Lamai, both on the east coast. Stretching 
        for 6 km and a classic tropical beach in all respects, Chaweng is the 
        most popular and offers a wide range of facilities. Lamai, a few km the 
        south, is similarly picturesque. 
      
      On the north side 
        of the island, Bang Por, Bor Phud and Mae Nam Beach are very quiet and 
        largely untouched. Other peaceful settings are nearby, including Big Buddha 
        Beach, a small bay with views of 2 off-shore islands, one topped by a 
        large seated Buddha . on Samui's northeastern tip is the attractive Choeng 
        Mon Beach. 
      The western and southern 
        coasts offer a pleasing contrast to the classic beauty of Samui's north 
        and eastern beaches, and are typified by a number of quiet and pleasantly 
        isolated coves and bays. 
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