Narathiwat is the easternmost of four southern provinces that border Malaysia. The economic and border tourism centre is at Sungai Kolok where Malaysians like to spend their holiday and shop. The city of Narathiwat has an abundance of traditional culture and authenticity with village-like tranquility. The inhabitants of Narathiwat are largely farmers and fishermen with the majority being Muslims who use the spoken and written Yawi language (Yawi has roots from the spoken Malay language and uses Arabic consonants and alphabets). As such, Narathiwat is an amazing and unique area with a constant flow of culture and trade between Thais and Malaysians. There are many interesting places. Ao Manao/Khao Tanyong National Park is a beautiful natural beach. Chat Warin Waterfall is at Tambon To Teng, not too far from town.Ko Yao islands attraction is its eastern seaside section with a white sandy beach and cozy ambience.