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Guidebook > Provinces > Southern
> Trang
Trang, famous
for its beautiful islands and white sandy beaches as well as abundant
coral reefs, is located 828 kms. from Bangkok. Rubber plants were grown
in this province by Phraya Rasdanupradit Mahissara Phakdi who got the
seedling stocks from Malaysia. In the past, Trang had been a seaport
of Thailand's west coast.
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Trang
occupies an area of 4,917 square kilometres and is administratively
divided into 9 districts and 1 sub-district: Amphoe Muang Trang,
Amphoe Huai Yot, Amphoe Kantaang, Amphoe Na Yong, Amphoe Palin,
Amphoe Ratsada, Amphoe Sikao, Amphoe Wang Wiset, Amphoe Yan To Khao,
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Monument of Phraya Rasdanupradit Mahissara Phakdi
Located 1 km out of town on the road to Phatthalung, this
is the monument of an important ruler of Trang who first
initiated the idea of growing rubber plants in Trang. Nearby
Kraphang Surin is a broad lagoon where the surroundings
are suitable for relaxation.
Khao Chong Wildlife and Nature Education Centre
This is located on the Trang-Phatthalung Highway, 20 kms.
from town. Walking trails wind through the forest past some
streams and waterfalls such as Namtok Ton Yai and
Namtok Ton Pliu.
Khlong Lamchan Waterfowl Park Declared non-hunting
zone, the area consists of a big reservoir which is home
to a large number of teals, mostly found during January
to March. The park is located 17 kms. from town along the
Trang-Phatthalung route.
Namtok Sai Rung This waterfall, where a rainbow
is often seen on a sunny day, can be reached by Route Nos.
404 and 4125. Turn left at Km. 12 and go for another 3 km.
Namtok Phrai Sawan Travel 3 kms. beyond the Sai
Rung Waterfall along Highway No 4125 and turn left for another
3 kms. It is a huge waterfall consisting of 3 cascades ideal
for picnics and swimming.
Namtok Lam Plok Located at Km. 20-21 of Highway
No 4125, the waterfall has more than 6 levels and its power
is used for producing electric energy.
Namtok Chong Banphot At Km. 26-27 of Highway No.
4125 turn left and travel for another 3 kms. There are numerable
little falls scattered widely in the area, flowing down
past limestone and trees.
Namtok Ton Te 7 kms. further on from Namtok Chong
Banphot, this waterfall is 300 meters long and can be seen
from a distance. It is one of the most beautiful waterfalls
in Trang.
Namtok Ton Tok is some distance before reaching
the Ton Te waterfall.
Ko Sukon this island with a Muslim fishing village
is accessible within 40 minutes by boat from Amphoe Palian.
Accommodation is available.
Mu Ko Phetra National Park This national Park covers
an area in Amphoe Palian and Amphore Langu (a district in
Satun). It consists of a group of a group of islands varying
in size; Ko Phetra, Ko Khao Yai, Ko Lanti,
Ko Lidi, Ko Bulon, Ko Lao Liang and
Ko Perama. Boats can be hired at Kantang Port or
at the Pak Bara Pier (in Satun). The peak season starts
from December and ends in April. Accommodation is available
on Ko Lidi , Ko Bulon, and at Ao Nun on the mainland where
the park office is situated. |
Hat
Chao Mai National Park This park covers the coastal
areas in Amphoe Si Kao and several offshore islands. Beautiful
beaches in park include Hat Pak Meng, Hat Chang
Lang, Hat San, Hat Yao, Hat Yong Ling,
and Hat Chao Mai. The park office is situated at
Hat Chang Lang 50 kms. from town on the Trang-Si Kao Route.
Many offshore islands accessible by boat from the Pak Meng
Pier (38 kms. east of Trang) include:
Ko Kradan,
one of the most Beautiful islands in Trang is located about
40 minutes by boat from the mainland. Some parts of the
island are private rubber and coconur plantations. There
are white sandy beaches and coral reefs around the island.
Accommodation is available.
Ko Muk and
Tham Morakot, the most wonderful island in the park,
is located 30 minutes by boat from the Khuantungku Pier.
There is a fishing village on its eastern coast. The other
areas abound in limestone cliffs which is home to numerous
swallows. There is a truly amazing place called Tham Morakot
where a lagoon with a small sandy beach is surrounded by
high cliffs. The entrance to Tham Morakot is mostly underwater
and can be entered only at low tide.
Ko Libong,
Trang's largest island, can be reached within an hour from
Amphoe Kantang. As a part of Mu Ko Libong Non-Hunting Area,
various species of birds have gathered on the coast, especially
at Hat Tup and Laem Chu Hoi. Around the island, there are
several beaches, fishing villages as well as many islets.
Accommodation is available.
Ko Ngai,
a small island under the administration of Krabi province,
is a shorter distance from Trang. The boat trip from Pak
Meng to Ko Ngai takes about 1 hour. The island contains
white sandy beaches and the surroundings abound in marine
life. Accommodation is available.
Khao Pina
Located in the area of Amphoe Huai Yot, some 47 kms. from
Trang, this is a lonely hill standing amidst rice fields.
The hill itself is hollow from the foot through the top.
At the foot of the hill, there is a temple called "Wat
Pina" and caves which house stalagmite and stalactite
formations.
Thale Song
Hong This attraction with unusual features is located
in Tambon Bang Di, 27 kms. from Amphoe Huai Yot. Its a hilly
area that stretches out and divides the water surface into
two parts.
Tham Khao
Kop One of the most wonderful caves in Trang is only
5 kms. from Amphoe Huai Yot and can be visited only during
the dry season. The cave is full of fascinating stalactites
and stalagmites. Boat trips along a narrow steam winding
through the dark cave offer visitors an impressive experience. |

Vagetarian Festival
The festival, originated among immigrant Chinese workers in the
19th century, is annually celebrated during September or October.
Residents of Chinese ancestry go on a ten-day vegetarian diet,
and there are ceremonies at local Chinese temples as well as parades
that feature remarkable feats by ascetic believers. |
COPYRIGHT:
Information on this page is used with permission from the Tourist Authority
of Thailand. Additional information from brochures produced locally
and notes made by Nattawud Daoruang and Richard Barrow. All photographs
on this web site are the property of Nattawud Daoruang.

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