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10:16 GMT, Monday, 25 August 2008 11:16 UK

In pictures: Full Moon Party

Revellers on the beach for sunrise at Koh Phan Ngan's Full Moon Party

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Koh Pha Ngan's Full Moon Party began in the mid-1980s, with just a few dozen travellers.

A man breaths fire at the Full Moon Party

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The event expanded quickly through word-of-mouth and now attracts up to an estimated 25,000 party-goers every month.

Party-goers dance Full Moon Party

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As giant sound systems pump out music, the thronged sunset beach near Haad Rin town erupts in a frenzy of dancing.

A Thai reveller dances to rave music after sunrise

A Thai reveller dances to rave music after sunrise

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The free event has become a must-see on the itineraries of many travellers to South East Asia.

Beach cleaning begins as revellers continue to dance at sunrise

Beach cleaning begins as revellers continue to dance at sunrise

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The all-night rave continues until sunrise and beyond. Many revellers are still in the party spirit, even as the beach cleaners start work.

A tourist sleeps on the beach during sunrise after the Full Moon Party

A tourist sleeps on the beach during sunrise after the Full Moon Party

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Despite the odd report of robbery and rape, the most unpleasant experience for most revellers is likely to be a hangover.

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