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AMPHOE MUANG
Wat Buppharam or Wat Plai
Klong
is situated in Moo 3 Tambon Wangkrachae, two kilometers from
the Trat's inner city. The temple was built in 1652 during the reign
of King Prasart Thong in the late Ayutthaya period. Tourist spots
include the ashes of the Buddha, Buddha images of different styles and
historical sites such as the vihara, the belfry, Thai style priest
house.
Wat Saphan Hin
is expected to be at least 100 years old but no evidence
indicating when it was exactly built has been found. Inthe midlle of
the pond is situated and old church, a kilometer the temple. Two lines
of stones are used in communication between the two banks and the
church.
The shrine of the town's
guardian spirit
lies on Luk Muang Road near Wat Yothanimit, it is different
from other shrines. The structure features a Chinese shag.It was
assumed that. The Great King Taksin set up the shrine while assembling
his army to redeem the independence of the country. While seizing Trat,
it was said that, Frence troop saw the province's residents pay
respect to the shrine every day.
Laem Sok
was used as the residence of Krom Luang Chumpornkhet Udomsak,
the father of Thai Royal Naval Army, Red sand can be found nearby the
area and site of interests are villages of fishermen, namely Laem Hin
and Ao Cho.
They brought an elephant to extract the pole of the shrine but didn't
fall. The shrine was later renovated and is paid respect by residents
in the province up to present.
Thai Red Cross
Association's Khao Lan Center
is set on Trat-Klong Yai Road, in Tambon Mai Roodabout 50 Km
form trat's inner city. The center was established on the occasion of
the 60 th anniversary of Her Majest the Queen in 1992. In the area are
situated Ratchakarun Hall and the museum in which the exhibition
featuring the history, lifestyle and household items of Cambodian
refugees.
Lan Sai Beach
is situated on Trat-Klong Yai Road about 5 Km from the 31 of
the right of the 318 Highway.
Saphan Hin Waterfall
lies on Trat -Klong Yai Road about 2 Km from 31-32 of the right
of the 318 Highway.
Wat Yothanimit
or "Wat Bot "used to be the site to hold Tue Nam Pra Pipat
sattaya Ceremony, or the state ceremony in which government officials
have to drink the oath of allegiance to declare that they would be
loyal to the country, in the time when King Taksin gathered his army
officers here after Ayutthaya was broken by Burmese army. The main
site of interest is the mural painting in the elder church. "Resident
Kampot"is situated on Luk Muang Road in the municipal area. The site
used to be the governor's house in the peirod when French Troop ruled
the province. The three storey building features colonial
architecture. The building was used as a government office but
nowsadays was in a state of declining. |
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AMPHOE BORAI
Talat Ploy
Talat Ploy, or Gem Markets in Amploe Borai is noted as a
source of rubies or the so-called Thapthim Siam. Interesting jewel
markets are Talat Phloi Hua Thung, Talat Phloi Ban Sa Yai, Talat Phloi
Nong Bon, etc. The business hours of these markets begin from dawn
till 10 a.m. Presently, the jewel business has come to a recess
because less rubies are available. Visitors are welcome to explore the
markets and purchase gems on sale. |
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AMPHOE KHAO SA MING
Wat Muang Kao Saen Tum
in Khao Tah Moh, Moo 7 Baan Erem. Tambol Praneet. The temple is
38 km far from Amphoe Khao Saming Office. In the southern area lies
dark brown stone ingots of different shapes from 4 to 9 sides. The
stones are 30-150 cm. in length and weigh from 10-100 Km. The way the
stones are put and piled up suggests that the area once used to be a
place of worship. When Knocked upon, some stones give the sound
resembling that of belts. The Historical site is believed to be built
in pre-BC time. |
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AMPHOE KLONG YAI
Baan Chuen Beach
formerly named Maro, lies on the right parting way 3 Km
from Km 59-60 before reaching Amphoe Klong Yai. It is said that sand
on the beach is the most delicate of all.
Baan Hat Lek
is a border billage in Amphoe Khlong Yai. It is a popular
market for visitors to look for foreign goods at a relatively low
price. From this point, the border of Cambodia can be viewed. In
addition, visitors can travel from Ban Hat Lek to Cambodia's Ko Kong
within 1-2 hours.
Mai Rood or Samran Beach
is stiuate 5 Kilometmr far from Km. 57-58 on the right of
318 Highway. The footpath down to the beach is in front of the
community center.
Sai Kaew Beach
is 200 meters from Km. 41-42 of the right of 318 Highway.
Sai Ngam Beach
is 300 meters far from Km. 41 of the right of 318 Highway. |
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AMPHOE LAEM NGOB
Laem Ngob
lies 17 Km. away from the inner city of Trat along 3184
Highway. The big pier where tourists can get ferry service to islands
such as Ko Chang, Ko Kradat, Ko Wai, Ko Koodetc. is about 500 meter
far from the Office of the Amphoe. Besides, in the area tourists can
find shops selling souvenirs, sea food shops and other products like
shrimp paste, dried shrimp fish sauce and ngob (kind of hat worn by
Thai female peasants made of bamboos and plam leaves) of different
patterns.
Ko Pui
is an isle near the land of Baan Laem Aun. Therefore,
transportation to the isle is very convenient and safe in every
season. Ko Pui is very convenient and safe in every seson. Ko Pui is
very cool and shady as it is plenty of coconut trees and herb orchard.
Situated on the isle is the well the clay of which once was used to
make white chalk, used by former Thai people as an after bath. The
well was once visited by King Rama V during his royal trip to Trat.
Beaches on Ko Pui are the mixture of slush and sand. Thus, the area is
not appropriate for swimming but for serene rest. A boat trip for hire
to Ko Pui is available at Laem Ngob and Laem Aun, 5 minitues from Laem
Ngob-Baan San Tung Intersection along 3156 Highway.
Taan Ku Bay
is situated in Tambol Bang Pid, 12 Km. from Amphoe Laem
Ngob along 3156 Highway and 8 Km. from Laem Ngob - Baan San Tung
.Intersection. The area is 4 Km. from the main road. Beautiful beaches
the bay is for tourists to relax. Food shops are easily found Baan
products such as shrimp Paste, dried Shimp and fish sauce are
available in the village as well. |
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KOH CHANG SUB DISTRICT
Ko Chang National Park
occupies the total 650 sq. kilometers. The area comprises 47
islands the most important of which is Ko chang. Other islands rich
with scenic beauty are Ko Klum, Ko Ngam, Ko Lao Ya, Ko Rung, etc. In
Thailand, Ko Chang is the second biggest to Phuket. The island
occupies 429 sq. kilometers. Ko Chang is plenty of high mountains and
cliffs. The highest mountain is Salak Petch Peak (744 meters), the
second and the third are Chomprasat and Khao Hom respectively. As
abundant with virgin forest which has water sources, Ko Chang has many
waterfalls. Other places of interests around Ko Chang include Ko Noi
Travel To Other Islands Most visitors come to Amphoe Laem Ngob where
there are 3 piers namely Laem Ngob and Ko Chang Centre Point, offering
daily boat services to islands such as Ko Mak, Ko Wai, and Ko Kham.
Koh Kut
is the farthest island from the coast of Trat. Its size
ranks as the fourth of all Thailand's islands or the second to Ko
Chang in Trat. The island covers an area of approximately 105 sq.km or
65,625 rai.It is 25 km in length and 12 km in width. Its natural
features include mountains and plains where many streams originate and
some become waterfalls.One famous waterfall is Nam Tok Khlong Chao
flows all throughout the year. It is an ideal place for swimming,
consisting of 3 tiers; the upper two tiers are running streams and the
lower one is a large pond. In 1911, King Rama VI paid a royal visit to
this waterfall and named it 'Nam Tok Anam Kok' to commemorate Ong
Chiang Su. In addition; there are beaches with crystal-clear sea
popular among visitors suach as Taphao Beach, Khlong Chao Beach,
Khlong Hin Beach, Phrao Beach, etc. Accommodation with a private
atmosphere is available for visitors at the inner sea of Ko Kut, and
the other two islands, Ko Rat and Ko Mai Si, opposite to Ko Kut.
Travel to Ko Kut Most visitors to Ko Kut have to purchase a package
tour offered by resort operators on Ko Kut at different prices that
includes food, accommodation, and a boat fare. A boat for rent is also
available apart from a ferry boat leaving Dan Kao Pier and Laem Ngob
Pier.
Ko Maak
is a large island located between Ko Chang and Ko Kut Most of
its plains area is coconut plantations. The whole area of this island
covers 16 sq.km or 90,000 rai with a round distance of 27 km. Long
beaches and crystal clear sea are the splendid attractions of the
island. Accommodation is available for visitors along the beaches of
the island's bays. Furthernore, it is possible to hire a boat trip to
nearby islets.
Ko Kradad
is situated northeastern away from Ko Maak. Fomerly, the area
was abundant with Kradad trees; hence, the name of the island. The
place was the first island to have the land title deed since the
period of King Rama V. During the time French colonisation invaded the
Southeast Asia. France was trying hard to seize some areas of the
Kingdom including Kradad King Rama V, therefore, ordered that the land
title deed of Ko Kradad be issued. Tourists attractions include the
white long beach. |
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