Thailand Home to Two of the World's Top Instagrammable Beaches

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Heepsy reports that two beaches in Thailand have been included in the 10 Most Photogenic Beaches in the World on Instagram. This recognition highlights Thailand's appeal in the digital travel era, attracting travelers and social media influencers. Instagram and other social media platforms are also increasingly influencing travel trends and decisions.

The study conducted by Heepsy is based on an in-depth analysis of Instagram hashtags, beach length, and the number of annual visitors, as cited from Travel and Tour World. It also measures the frequency of photos shared per meter of each beach. The study provides a glimpse of beautiful and popular beaches on social media. It offers insight into beaches that possess natural beauty and create a digital sensation.

The study result showed that Maya Bay ranked first. Maya Bay's social media popularity has surpassed other famous beaches worldwide, such as Bondi Beach, Copacabana, and Waikiki. Furthermore, Koh Tao, another beach in Thailand, also ranked ninth. These two beaches further strengthen Thailand's position as a world-class tourist destination.

Attraction of Maya Bay

Maya Bay, located in the province of Krabi, is ranked as the most photogenic beach in the world. Approximately 2.2 million hashtags mention this beach. Despite its short length of only 250 meters, it attracts over two million visitors annually.

Maya Bay offers natural beauty with towering green limestone cliffs surrounding the beach. The sea water in this bay is very clear, revealing diverse marine life, including colorful coral reefs that are home to various species of fish.

Koh Tao Thailand (visitkohtao.org)

This area is also a paradise for snorkeling enthusiasts. Some commonly seen fish species here include wrasse, damselfish, and butterflyfish, as well as numerous clownfish that inhabit the coral reefs around the shallow waters.

This stunning scenery attracts influencers and photographers from around the world. The beach gained worldwide fame after being featured in the film The Beach. Since then has become a symbol of Thailand's coastal beauty, as cited in the Nation Thailand.

World-class Diving Destination

Meanwhile, Koh Tao is located in the province of Surat Thani. This beach is a popular destination for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts because of its colorful coral reefs and abundant marine life. Apart from its stunning waters, the island is renowned for its calm beaches, turquoise blue waters, and relaxed atmosphere.

The island's tranquil natural landscape and scenic beauty appeal to travelers seeking a peaceful place to enjoy nature. Whether diving into colorful coral reefs or simply basking on the serene beach, Koh Tao provides a beautiful backdrop for travelers to capture and share their moments on social media.

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