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Khao Lak


 

Khao Lak is a resort beach in Thailand, located 100 km north of Phuket in Takua Pa district, Phang Nga province and popular as a departure point for liveaboard scuba diving trips.

2004 earthquake and tsunamis

Khao Lak was one of the areas of Thailand hardest hit by the tsunamis resulting from the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. Many people died including many foreign tourists. The final death toll was at least 4000 and may exceed 5000, evenly split between local residents and holiday visitors. Among the casualties was Bhumi Jensen, grandson of the King of Thailand. Also well-known Finnish musician and TV-host Aki Sirkesalo and his family perished.

Related Topics:
Tsunami - 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake - Tourist - Bhumi Jensen - Aki Sirkesalo

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