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Krabi Beach near Krabi, southwestern Thailand.

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Krabi, port town, southwestern Thailand. Krabi is situated on the Strait of Malacca on the Andaman Sea and is a departure point for fishing and for travel to nearby islands.

The surrounding region is widely planted in coconuts. Most settlements are coastal fishing villages, and shell reefs, beaches, botanical gardens, underground streams, and caves are found in the region around Krabi. Pop. (2000) 23,788.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Amy Tikkanen.