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860km from Bangkok, Trang is the communication
centre into Nakhon Si Thammarat.
Many islands and beatiful beaches give the
coastline of this province an unmistakeable look and more and more visitors
are now coming to Trang due to the beach areas being developed.
In the old days Trang was an important sea
port for trading with other nations accross the Indian Ocean.
Attractions in Trang Province
Islands
& Beaches
Aside from Koh
Kradan, other off-shore islands include Koh
Libong, Koh Ngai, Koh
Muk and Koh Sukhon. each
has there own charm, with Koh Muk
rivalling Kradan's beaches.
Monument of Phraya Rasdanupradit Mahitsara
Phakdi
This is a monument to Phraya Rasdanupradit, an old ruler of Trang
who initiated the idea of growing rubber plants in Trang as the first
place in Thailand.
Kaphang Surin
This is a broad lagoon where the surroundings are suitable for relaxation
and picnics.
Khao Chong Forest Park
The park is one of the most beautiful and attractive places in the
South. There are two streams and waterfalls, Nam Tok Ton Yai and Nam Tok
Ton Noi.
Khlong Lamchan Waterfowl Park
The big reservoir in the park is home to a lot of teals. Along the
road entering the park are several small but spectacular waterfalls:
Nam Tok Sai Rung, Nam Tok Phrai Swan, Nam Tok Lam Plok, Nam Tok Chong
Banpot, Nam Tok Ton Tok and Nam Tok Chao Pa.
Khao Pina
At the foot of this hill is Wat Pina, a superb old-style temple where
monks relax and meditate. There are several caves inside the hill, some
of which have beautiful stalagmite and stalactite formation.
Song Hong Seaside Resort
This is an unusual place due to its hilly area that stretches out
dividing the water surface into two parts.
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