Many returned to the famous sandy beaches in Thailand, the day before yesterday, keeping a safe distance between each other, after the authorities eased the measures to confront the emerging "Corona" virus for the first time imposed on the country in more than two months.

In Pattaya, visitors were stunned by the purity of the turquoise blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand, and retirees practiced sports along the beach.

The rules for social distance are still in effect, and local authorities have ordered beachgoers to stay at least 1 meter away from each other.

The German, Heidi Glemo, was one of the first to immerse in water. Commenting on the cleanliness of the water and the tranquility that had taken place, she told AFP: "I could not resist the temptation. It has become a paradise, just as it was 30 years ago. ”

Thailand has been under isolation measures since mid-March, when the authorities declared a state of emergency to counter "Covid-19", and closed shopping centers, entertainment centers and public places, including beaches.

However, the number of new injuries decreased in May, and cinemas and massage centers throughout the kingdom were given the green light to return to work, the day before yesterday. Official records show that Thailand has recorded just over 3000 infections and 57 deaths, which is a relatively low outcome, but some experts say that the absence of tests may mask the actual outcome. The departure of foreigners and the ban on the arrival of new arrivals severely hit the economy, especially as the country relies heavily on money generated by tourism in resorts such as Pattaya.

Phuket is closed

Not all beaches in Thailand were closed during the isolation period, and all closed beaches were not opened the day before yesterday, as the beaches in Phuket (southern Thailand) are still closed, while the beaches in Hua Hin remain open all the time.

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