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		Surin is 457 kilometers far from Bangkok by car and 420 kilometers by train, and is 194 kilometers far from Nakhon Ratchasima by car and 170 kilometers by train.
		Surin covers a total area of 8,124 square kilometers and is divided into 13 Amphoes (districts), 3 king Amphoes (Sub districts).
		Surin has been an elephant's habitat since ancient times and the local townspeople of Surin are skilled in rounding up, training and controlling elephants.
	isan.sawadee.com /surin (417 words)

	Thailand -> History on Encyclopedia.com 2002 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		In 1943, Japan “granted” to Thailand territory in N Malaya and in the Shan states of Myanmar, but after the war Thailand was forced to return these territories and those acquired in 1941 to French and British control.
		Thailand has received huge military grants from the United States and was the seat (1954-77) of the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization.
		Thailand strongly supported the U.S. policy in South Vietnam, providing bases for U.S. troops and airfields for strikes against the North Vietnamese; thousands of Thai troops were sent in support of South Vietnam.
	www.encyclopedia.com /html/section/thailand_history.asp (2634 words)

	Koh Surin islands - Thailand
		Koh Surin national park was gazetted on 29 July 1981 covering an area of 135 square kilometers just a few km south of Thailand-Myanmar border on Andaman sea.
		Koh Surin islands are roughly 60 km to the west of Phang Nga coast, and about 100 km to the north of Koh Similan islands.
		Mu Ko Surin principal attraction is the fact that it is an upspoilt tropical paradise far from the mainland, with healthy forested islands surrounded by clean water supporting a world of marine life.
	www.trekthailand.net /m19/index.html (674 words)

	Surin, Thailand - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Surin is home to many elephants and mahouts : the sign at the town's bus station says "No entry to elephants".
		Surin is a town in Thailand, capital of Surin province.
		It is the site of the annual Surin Elephant Round-up.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Surin,_Thailand (67 words)

	Surin Islands - Thailand
		Surin Islands, A beautiful family of islands in the calm Andaman Sea, is about 60 km.
		or 76 % of Surin Islands is in the sea.
		It is impossible to instantly rescue the ecosystem because the reduced shell population could not keep up with the amount of the growing seaweed and they have already destroyed the balance.
	www.thailandontour.com /information/attractions/pang%20nga/surin%20islands/index.htm (692 words)

	Surin Thailand
		Surin is world-famous for the Elephant Roundup and for its many Khmer sanctuaries and wide variety of handicrafts.
		Surin is 457 kilometers from Bangkok and has an area of 8,124 square kilometers.
		Surin Elephant Round-up Show is held in the middle weekend of November.
	www.thailand4you.info /frame/NorthF.cfm?cityID=Surin (695 words)

	Thailand Forum > Tourism To Surin
		In the province of Surin and it's neighbour Buriram, we now have around 3,000 falangs either living permament, or have a house and use it certain times of the year.
		Surin is one of the more up-and-coming towns of Thailand with more and more falangs moving in all the time.
		In fact when the new 'super highway' connecting Surin to Ankar Wat is built then whoever has invested a fortune in Surin might have a return for his money.
	www.thaivisa.com /forum/lofiversion/index.php?t26278.html (837 words)

	Phuket scuba diving and Similan liveaboards, Thailand
		Thailand Liveaboard cruises take you beyond the ordinary to the extraordinary: to world class diving destinations in the Andaman Sea; places such as the Similan and Surin Islands, Richelieu Rock and the renowned Phi Phi islands.
		Thailand Live-aboards' vessel is custom designed specifically for diving, with a fully functional dive deck featuring camera pool, deluxe platform for hassle free gearing up and water entries.
		Thailand Liveaboard enables you to reach and dive the most spectacular diving sites in the Similan and Surin Islands and beyond, all in the utmost of comfort.
	www.thailand-liveaboard.com (435 words)

	Commissioner: Surin Pitsuwan - Thailand
		Surin has had a long career in government and foreign affairs.
		Surin served as Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1997 to 2001, and before that was Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1992 to 1995.
		He is currently a Member of the Commission on Human Security and a regular columnist for major newspapers in Thailand and in the region.
	www.ilo.org /public/english/wcsdg/members/pitsuwan.htm (102 words)

	Surin Liveaboard scuba diving in phuket Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Liveaboards diving in Phuket Thailand to The Surin islands, which are included in Thailands National Park System, consist of two large densely forested islands and are home to a wide variety of fauna including pythons, flying lemurs, rare mouse deer and sea eagles.
		Surin is also home to a number of Sea Gypsies or Chao Lay, an indigenous seafaring people who live in two small settlements near the waters edge.
		Underwater, Surin offers some challenging diving on pinnacles to the west and south and vigorous currents through 'Swift Passage' make for exhilarating shallow drift diving, allowing one to 'fly' over this densely populated, colorful reef.
	amrnour.com /surin.htm (524 words)

	Similan and Surin Liveaboards, Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Surin Island archipelago is a 135 square kilometers area lying in the Andaman Sea.
		The two main islands, Koh Surin Nua and Koh Surin Tai, are separated by a narrow strait, only 200 meters wide, with almost no flat ground beyond small pockets of mangrove and little beaches which nestle in the many coves.
		Live aboard dive cruises to the Surin Islands usually include diving at the famous Richelieu Rock; a limestone pinnacle carpeted with a thick covering pink and purple corals.
	www.phuket-rooms.com /similan-and-surin-liveaboards.htm (480 words)

	Surin, Thailand - Travel and Hotels
		Surin is world-famous for the Elephant Roundup and for its many Khmer sanctuaries, wide variety of handicrafts, its silk, its rich cultures and its first ruler, Phraya Surin Phakdi Si Narong Wang, from whom the town got its name.
		Phra Surin, a member of the Suay tribe, became leader in 1760 when he was instrumental in recapturing an escaped royal white elephant, as legend goes.
		Surin is 457 kilometres from Bangkok and has an area of 8,124 square kilometres
	www.lostinthailand.com /thailand/Surin.html (129 words)

	Capri Beach Resort, Surin Beach, Phuket, Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		We are located in Surin Beach,100 steps from the beach and just very near to the most known and "expensive" hotels of the island of Phuket.
		Surin Beach is usually the second stop on the north beach safari and a good place for lunch because the next beach stop does not serve food.For the careful swimmer Surin offers some good snorkeling opportunities at both ends of the beach but during the rainy season the water visibility is not very good.
		Big waves that are common on Surin beach during the monsoon season have caused a steep drop from the shore to the water line and can create dangerous undertow conditions.
	www.phuket.com /thecapri (499 words)

	Tsunami News for Surin, Thailand
		Surin Kaewjan, a 44-year-old fruit vendor on Patong Beach, is suffering financially because of the tsunami.
		Jeanne Louderbough was on her honeymoon in the Similan and Surin Islands during the recent tsunami in Southeast Asia.
		Thailand --> was affected by the December 26, 2004 earthquake and subsequent tsunamis.
	danger.mongabay.com /earthquake/2004/Surin.html (2424 words)

	Thailand Forum -> Surin Or Buri Ram
		Air Andaman were running 4 flights a week to Surin, however for some reason they have suspended the service for a month (so they say) commencing last weekend.
		I can recommend the big hotel in Surin, and the beer garden resteraunt thing they have in the carpark is good food.
		Regarding the hotels in Surin, the two largest are the Thong Tarin (as mentioned by Mattnich) and the Petchkasem.
	www.thaivisa.com /forum/index.php?showtopic=4360 (1038 words)

	Surin Province in North-East Thailand
		Neighbouring Provinces: Roi Et and Maha Sarakham to the north, Si Sa Ket to the east, Buri Ram to the west, Cambodia to the south.
		Surin is 457 kms north east of Bangkok.
		Surin today is well known for its annual Elephant Show, which usually takes place in the third week of November and attracts visitors from all over the world.
	www.thaistudents.com /guidebook/provinces/surin.html (596 words)

	Thailand Travel -- Surin Archipelago
		Though the name of this marine national park may be similar to a province in northeastern Thailand, ‘Surin Archipelago’ is something unique.
		Because of the abundance of the untouched flora and fauna both on terrain and underwater, the islands were delegated as the nation’s 29th national marine park on July 9, 1981.
		Garbage bins on the islands are covered with nets thwart scavenging monkeys and all garbage generated offshore is removed and disposed of on the mainland.
	www.circleofasia.com /guide/index.asp?Id=173 (768 words)

	Teaching English : Surin : volunteer work in Thailand: starfish ventures
		Teachers in Thailand are revered and your time and effort spent helping Thai children to prepare for a better future will be richly rewarded through the gratitude of those around you.
		Surin is the perfect destination for more adventurous travellers to explore but remains an unspoilt, fascinating part of Thailand which lets visitors experience Thai life away from the tourist crowds.
		Surin is ideally placed to explore other parts of Thailand during your stay.
	www.starfishventures.co.uk /ventures/teachingenglish.php (442 words)

	BirdForum - Mu Ko Surin National Park, Thailand
		Mo Ko Surin is an invaluable site for the study of Nature and not just a destination for tourists to exploit for their own pleasure.
		Mu Ko Surin (Surin Islands) NP is in the Andaman Sea, north of Phuket, the famous paradise island.
		Thailand is a land I have never considered before but you have certainly made me give it some serious though for the future.
	www.birdforum.net /showthread.php?t=5298 (2466 words)

	Surin Elephant Festival, Surin, Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		THAILAND, is one of South East Asia's most intriguing yet deceptive countries - a place that cloaks a wealth of exciting, exotic, colors, sights, sounds, smells and festivals.
		The north eastern part of Thailand, known to the Thais as I-San, is one of the country's most fascinating regions.
		No one, rich or poor, young or old, local or foreigner, who visits the Surin festivities is not somehow moved by the events - the time when Thailand's elephants have their very own day the annual round-up.
	www.2camels.com /destination9.php3 (1017 words)

	The elephant roundup in Surin, Thailand
		In Thailand the elephant is still used to work in the thick jungles where tractors can't go and they push down and haul huge teak logs into the sawmills.
		The mahout tries to take his elephant with him wherever he goes and it is not unusual in Thailand to see an elephant and his mahout strolling through the streets of town when the mahout comes in to shop.
		These elephants are very highly valued in Thailand and in the old days the many kings who lived in the land sought out these elephants and paid a lot of money for them.
	ks.essortment.com /elephantsroundu_rhgs.htm (1032 words)

	Cheap car rental Surin - book discount car hire Surin, Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Surin Beach is a quiet and very relaxing beach, a rather undeveloped bay lined by a row of high Casuarina trees which give shade to those who are tired of Phuket 's tropical sun and provide a pleasant change from the common palm trees found everywhere else.
		It is the favorite beach for the locals, who flock here on weekends and holidays to enjoy seafood and other freshly prepared meals in one of the beach restaurants.
		Surin Beach offers some good snorkeling opportunities at both ends of the beach but during the rainy season the water visibility is not very good, due to high turbulence.
	thailand.no1rentacar.uk.com /car-rental-surin.html (238 words)

	ABC News: Fear of the Dead Affecting Thai Gypsies (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		SOUTH SURIN ISLAND, Thailand Jan 14, 2005 — Thailand's Moken tribe a small community of fishermen whose elders ordered a hilltop evacuation just before the tsunami hit is rebuilding on a nearby beach.
		Whereas the soaring death toll has touched off calls in the high-tech capitals of the world for a global tsunami warning system, here on this small island it has strengthened an ancient people's faith in skills passed down from generation to generation.
		There are some 200 Moken living on South Surin Island, one of several groups of so-called sea gypsies in Thailand and Myanmar.
	abcnews.go.com /International/wireStory?id=411516 (665 words)

	Mae Surin waterfall national park - northern Thailand
		Located in Mae Hong Son province, Mae Surin national park covers 397 square kilometers of rugged terrain.
		It was established in 1981 as the 37th national park of Thailand.
		Nam Tok Mae Surin (Mae Surin waterfall): A single jet of water leaping off a cliff face and plunging gracefully onto the rocks 100 meters below, Mae Surin waterfall is one of the tallest and most beautiful single tier waterfalls in Thailand.
	www.trekthailand.net /north37 (757 words)

	Farang Connection Surin, Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Situated 70kms from Surin this is 'The Road to Ankor Wat', although 'road' leaves a lot to the imagination There is a market on both sides of the crossing and on the Cambodian side there are two casino's and hotels at Osmach about two hundred meters from the point of entry.
		Surin Province is the closest border point to the famed Angkgor Wat temple complex in Cambodia.
		Due to the increase in tourists passing through Surin, or Isaan as a whole on their way to Angkhor Wat, the Farang Connection in conjunction with Saren Travel is happy to announce a limo service from Osmach through to Siam Riep & Poipet though to Siem Riep.
	www.farangconnection.awebspace.com /tourist.html (540 words)

	Thailand adventure tours with Discover Asia Travel: Bangkok, Ayuthaya, Pattaya, Sukhothai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, ...
		Surin Islands National Park close to the Burmese archipelagoes is one of Thailand's best snorkeling sites, with a stop at a submerged rock frequented by huge but harmless whale sharks.
		Surin Marine National Park is strictly conserved area.
		Note: Speed boat transfers from Kuraburi to Surin and return, and Thap Lamu to Similan Island and return will joint transfer, NOTE: All adventure packages into the jungle and remote areas will include full-board meal, necessary equipment and crew as stated in the itinerary.
	www.asiantraveladventures.com /thailand/daytrips/surin-krabi-eco.htm (1587 words)

	Surin of Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		For perfect Thai Noodle soak rice noodles in warm water for about 30 minutes before cooking.
		Surin of Thailand Gift Cards can be purchased for any amount.
		All menus and prices are subject to change without notice.
	www.surinofthailand.com (54 words)

	CSI Activities (Surin Islands, Thailand) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The Moken are one of the last sea tribes in Thailand which follow a traditional life-style.
		Salama’s tribe settled in the Surin Islands three decades ago, when the political situation in Myanmar (then Burma) forced them to quit their traditional sea-route along the coastline of both Myanmar and Thailand.
		Such involvement, and the recognition given to their skills and culture, will in turn, it’s hoped, allow the Moken to gain control over the changes that contact with the modern world has brought about for them, improving their standard of living while sustaining their traditional lifestyle.
	www.unesco.org /csi/act/thailand/moken_e.htm (755 words)

	Surin Beach Hotels, Phuket, Thailand
		Surin Beach Resort offers you a relaxed family resort environment in beautifully landscaped tropical gardens within an easy walk to the tranquil shores of Surin beach.
		Surin Park Beach Resort is a small boutique resort located right on Surin Beach of Phuket, facing the turquoise Andaman Sea.
		Surrounded by nature indigenous to its hillside setting, Treetops Arasia in Phuket, a luxury boutique resort in Phuket is Thalang district offers an arresting view of the azure waters of Surin Bay amidst rich, exotic tropical greenery atop Surin hill.
	www.visit-mekong.com /hotels/thailand/phuket/surin-beach.htm (463 words)

	Improving communication and preserving cultural heritage / Surin Islands-Thailand.
		The management of protected areas like the Surin Islands needs to take into consideration physical and cultural needs of indigenous people and encourage sustainable living through their traditional ecological knowledge and stewardship.
		Promoting communication, exchange, and understanding among Surin Island stakeholders is a wise practice, and stakeholder workshops were the first step that brought together several parties who might have had conflict of interest in the first place.
		There are ethnic hunter-gatherers in other parts of Thailand like Sakai in the southern forest and the Mlabri in the northern forest.
	www.csiwisepractices.org /?read=70 (1065 words)

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