blue village satellite photos

one of the khao lak hotels washed away by the tsunami was the blue village pakarang resort. from the (still up) website:

"pakarang resort, a four star resort is surrounded by white scenic beaches, natural forest and waterfalls. our modern thai style rooms and bungalows are fully air-conditioned and provide hot & cold water, satellite tv, idd phones, refrigerators, safety deposit boxes and hair dryers.

only one hour from phuket international airport, pakarang resort provides 3 choices of residences. the coral suites, pakarang suites and superior rooms. the pakarang resort is a paradise where you and your family can enjoy peaceful tranquility, memorable bliss and luxurious comfort."







before (click on pic for full-size image):

after: (click on pic for full-size image):

the small stream dividing the resort became the primary drainage path for the receding tsunami waters. as you can see, there is little left.