Southern Thailand
## Southern Thailand Provinces
Southern Thailand consists of 14 provinces, spanning from Chumphon in the north to the Malaysian border in the south. These provinces are: **Chumphon, Prachuap Khirikhan, Ranong, Surat Thani, Phang Nga, Phuket, Trang, Krabi, Yala, Pattani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Narathiwat, Satun, and Songkhla**.
**Here's a more detailed look at some of the provinces:**
### **Chumphon:**
Often considered the gateway to Southern Thailand, with ferries to Ko Tao.
### **Phang Nga:**
Home to the famous Phang Nga Bay, known for its dramatic limestone cliffs and islands.
### **Phuket:**
A popular tourist destination known for its beaches, nightlife, and islands like Ko Phi Phi.
### **Krabi:**
A base for exploring many beaches and islands, including the popular Railay Beach.
### **Surat Thani:**
The main city of the Srivijaya Empire and a gateway to the islands of Ko Samui and Ko Pha Ngan.
### **Trang:**
Known for its islands like Ko Muk and Ko Ngai, and the annual Underwater Wedding Ceremony.
### **Satun:**
A blend of Thai and Malay cultures, with access to islands like Ko Lipe and Tarutao National Park.
### **Songkhla:**
A major commercial center in the South and home to Hat Yai, the largest city in Southern Thailand.
### **Pattani:**
These provinces are part of the "Deep South" and have been affected by an ongoing insurgency.
### **Yala:**
### **Narathiwat:**
