SW sees the sea
By Itsarin Tisantia, photos by Nattapon Ponbumrungwong, courtesy of Bangkok Post
The Andaman Sea covers coasts in several provinces of western Thailand, including Phang-nga and Phuket. As well as featuring a number of scenic islands, the Andaman Sea is full of natural sources.
For this week's Freeze Frame, SW takes a look at the underwater scenery and beautiful sights in and around the Andaman Sea.
Above: Khao Lak Beach in Phang-nga is a scenic point from which to watch the sun set over the Andaman Sea.
Above: A passenger boat passes by Mu Koh Surin National Marine Park in Phang-nga, which is a famous destination for diving and snorkeling.
Above: There are many species of marine creatures living the Andaman Sea, including vibrant sea fans, soft corals and leopard sharks.
Above: One of the best known tourist attractions around the Andaman Sea is Tachai Island in Phang-nga.
Above: Children climb up to their classic Moken-style stilt house near Mu Koh Surin National Park.
Above: Scubanet is one of the popular boat providers in the Andaman Sea, offering boats that feature an entertainment room, a top deck and an onboard chef.
Above: Near Bon Island in Phuket, a diver looks at manta rays in the Andaman Sea.
Exercises
Match each of the following vocabulary words used in Freeze Frame with the correct definitions from the choices given.
…… 1. snorkeling
…… 2. deck
…… 3. scenery
…… 4. marine
a. connected with the sea and the creatures and plants that live there
b. the natural features of an area
c. the activity of swimming underwater while breathing through a plastic or rubber tube that sticks out of the water
d. the top outside floor of a ship or boat
Answers
1. c.
2. d.
3. b.
4. a.
manta ray (n): a large fish that lives in tropical seas and swims by moving two parts like large flat wings
vibrant (adj): very bright, colourful and lively
