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Photography · Krabi, Krabi

Tiger Cave Temple Summit (Wat Tham Sua)

  • Best timeEarly morning (6-8am) for clearest views and soft light
  • DifficultyHard (1,237 steps)

The 309-meter summit of Wat Tham Sua provides a 360-degree panorama over Krabi Province: rice paddies, limestone karsts, the river delta, and the Andaman Sea coast. The golden Buddha statues add spiritual foreground elements. Best for drone photography (check local drone rules).

Location

8.1078, 98.9356 View on map

Tips for visiting

  • Arrive before sunrise for the most atmospheric shots
  • Wide-angle lens essential for the panoramic view
  • Telephoto for distant limestone karst details