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Located 84 km northwest of the bustling crowds of Phuket, these nine uninhabited tropical islands are renowned for their pure white coral beaches, huge granite boulders, colourful coral reefs and incredibly diverse marine life making this archipelago one of the most popular dive locations in the world. "Similan" is derived from the Malay sembilan, and means "nine", and each of the Similan Islands has a number as well as a name. The islands are home to crab-eating monkeys, dusky langurs, squirrels, bats, lizards and a good variety of birds. Swim with turtles and marvel at the spectacular underwater beauty, take a romantic stroll along a deserted beach or relax and soak up the natural beauty of this destination.
