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Official Samui records reflect a local population of around 40.000 inhabitants who are known as chao Samui ("Samui folks") rather than Chao Thai, indicating their pride in their local culture and ethnic identity. The residents of Samui are Thais who migrated from the mainland including Muslims from Pattani who are settled in the fishing village of Hua Thanon and brought with them the bright colorful boats.
Life in Samui is as easy-going and relaxed as can be, and the Samui residents are notably tolerant of even the oddest characteristics. Shoes should be taken off when entering a private home. Thais are of cool nature and therefore remain patient even under hard times and visitors who wish to get along with the people here should do the same. A smile for which Thai people are known for, would get you a lot further than a frown, even when you are annoyed.

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