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This tree, which is located along a road that leads
to Kantang, represents the first group of rubber trees that Phraya
Ratsadanupradit planted to pioneer Thailand's rubber plantation
industry in 1899.
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Thailand's first nature and wildlife study place,
the Station is covered with large trees, streams and waterfalls like
Ton Yai, Ton Noi and Ka Chong. Its nature study trail is a walking
trail that is ideal for studying nature up close, with signs along the
trail providing information on the environment. The Museum and
Exhibition Building has exhibitions on nature and natural resource
conservation. The Station is located approximately 21 kilometers from
the City on the Trang-Phatthalung Road. More information can be
obtained from the station at Mu 7, Tambon Chong, Amphoe Na Yong, P.O.
Box 4, Trang.
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This is a stalagmite/stalactite cave in To Nae
Mountain, near Ban Chao Mai. It can be reached by a 15-minute boat trip
from Hat Yao. A small rowboat can take travelers to explore the cave
and proceed through to a verdant mangrove forest.
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Thailand's hot springs are not located only in the
northern region, but also in the south. At Mu 7, Tambon Bo Nam Ron, the
hot spring is accessible via a road from Kantang (kilometer 10 marker).
This natural hot spring has a constant temperature of 60 degrees
Celsius. It is growing in importance as an attraction for tourists
concerned with their health.
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The park is located approximately 24 kilometers
from the city. Encompassing an area of 250 rai, the park offers
spectacular surroundings and a magnificent view of the sea and Kantang
District. Having been developed to grow large trees and decorative
plants, the park is equipped with tourist facilities that include
resting pavilion and a parking lot.
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One of the most beautiful islands in Trang, Ko
Kradan is located about 40 minutes by boat from the mainland. With an
area of 600 rai (240 acres), most of the island belongs to Hat Chao Mai
National Park. The rest are privately owned rubber and coconut
plantations.
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Not just another interesting attraction, Ko Muk is
the most outstanding attraction in the Trang Sea and an ideal
destination for tourists enthralled with nature. The island, which is
nearly opposite Hat Chang Lang on the mainland, has impeccable beaches
suitable for swimming and camping and lovely corals around the island
that are worth exploring. In addition, The island is comprised of high
and majestic cliffs facing the sea to the west, a fishing village on
the east facing the mainland and swallows that make the numerous cliffs
their home.
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This is a long beach that extends from a sharks fin
shaped mountain to the north. Located at Mu 6 in Tambon Ko Libong, the
beach is dotted with lovely sea pines and is therefore very suitable
for camping. Private accommodations are also available.
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Situated on the way to Chao Mai Beach, Hat Yong
Ling and Hat San are curved beaches that run parallel to a pine forest.
At the end of the beach is a high mountain with niches, caves and a
passageway to a cliff with more caves and rocks, similar to a fortress
encircling sand dunes. The beach is ideal for swimming and relaxing.
The park headquarters and a tourist service center provide services to
tourists.
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Small islands between Ko Muk and Ko Kradan, the
islands are blessed with amazingly colorful shallow and deepwater
corals that are the habitat of many types of fish. Visitors can take
boats from Pak Meng Pier to the islands. Boats leave regularly on the
same route as to Ko Muk and Ko Kradan. The 50-minute trip costs 1,500
baht/day for a chartered boat.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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.
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This island with a Muslim fishing village is accessible within 40 minutes by boat from Amphoe Palian. Accommodation is available.
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is some distance before reaching the Ton Te waterfall.
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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.
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