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Attraction
Amphur
muang
Phraya
Rassadanupradit Mahissarapakdi Monument
is situated in the Trang Municipal area on the way to Phattalung,
about 1 km from the center of the town. Most people traveling to
Trang usually stop to pay respect to the monument. The area used to
be the location of Phon-gai Palace built to receive King Rama VI.
It has now been made
into a public park full of trees. In the evening, a lot of people go
there for relaxation. Phraya Rassada did a lot to develop Trang
in many areas. For example Transportation within the province,
agriculture and animal husbandry, education, public administration,
law and order and public health. He was the first to introduce
rubber trees to Trang and later they spread all over the southern
part of Thailand.
Kraphangsurin
Kraphangsurinis a natural pond with an
area of about 50 rai There are three pavilions in the middle of the
pond. The surrounding areas are beautifully decorated gardens, and
restaurants under the shade of trees for visitors who come to relax.
It is a place suitable for spending an evening
Amphoe
Huay Yod
Thale
Song Hong
is in Tambon Bang Di, 8 kilometers from the district center.
To get there, take Phetchakasem Road (Huai Yot-Krabi) to Ban Phraek,
then right for 12 kilometers. Thale Song Hong is a large natural
body of water like a lake, surrounded by mountains. A mountain juts
out in the middle, dividing the water into two sections. Hence, the
name "Thale Song Hong" (Two-room Sea). The view here is
breathtaking and the water is clear enough to see the many fish
underneath.
Thale
Song Hong National Boy Scouts Camp
is near Thale Song Hong in Tambon Bang Di. The camp has an area of
2,080 square kilometers. It was established by the Department of
Physical Education and offers meeting and seminar rooms for boy
scouts around the country. There are 18 Southern-style houses
available, each able to accommodate 10 persons. There are also
campsites.
Khao
Pina
is in Tambon Na Wong, 45 kilometers
from the city on Phetchakasem Road. A 2-kilometer road branches from
there to the mountain. This mountain is hollow all the way to the
top, not unlike an overturned pan. At the foot is Wat Khao Pina
where a reclining Buddha image is at a cave entrance. Concrete
stairs take guests up to see the cave's beauty where one can go in 3
directions. The area is lovely and very conducive to relaxation.
Le
Khao Kop Cave
is in Mu 1, Tambon Khao Kop, about 7 kilometers from the district
office on Phetchakasem Road, then 700 meters on a road on the left.
Le Cave is truly a natural wonder. A stream flows through the cave.
The cave itself looks like a high and steep cliff with layers of
rocks. A canal from the Banthat Mountain Range divides into 3
waterways upon reaching Khao Kop, 2 going around the mountain and
the other flowing through the cave under the mountain. Stalactites
and stalagmites line the cave for about 4 kilometers. Currently the
Khao Kop Tambon Administration Organization provides rowboats for
visitors to view the cave's beauty and to be an eco-tourism and
adventure activity by the locals.
Amphoe
Kantang
Phraya
Ratsadanupradit Mahison Phakdi Museum
is around 200 meters from Kantang Municipality
at No. 1, Khai Phithak Road, Tambon Kantang. It is the
site of an important historical site, which is the "old Trang
lord's house" or the house of Phraya Ratsadanupradit, the
former lord of the province. The house is a two-story wooden
building. Inside are a wax figure of the lord and a complete
collection of his daily personal items. The Na Ranong family looks
after the house. It is open to the public every day except Mondays
(it is open on public holidays but closed the following day).
Khuan
Tamnak Chan Public Park
is around 24 kilometers from the city. The 250-acre park has
beautiful surroundings. It has been developed to grow large trees
and decorative plants. There is a rest pavilion and a parking lot
for tourists. The park offers a great view of the sea and Kantang.
The
first rubber tree in Thailand
is along a road that leads to Kantang. This tree represents
the first group of rubber trees that Phraya Ratsadanupradit planted
to pioneer the rubber plantation industry in 1899.
Yong
Lin Beach - San Beach
is on the way to Chao Mai Beach and a 2-kilometer road leads to Yong
Lin Beach. This curved beach parallels a pine forest. At the beach's
end is a high mountain with holes and caves that can be passed
through to a cliff with more caves and rocks similar to a fortress
encircling sand dunes. The beach is ideal for swimming and rest.
There is a park headquarters and a tourist service center.
Yao
Beach
is at Mu 6 in Tambon Ko Libong. This long beach extends from a
mountain in the shape of a shark's fin to the north. Lovely sea
pines line the beach. The wide beach is suitable for camping and
there is private accommodation available.
Chao
Mai Cave - Chao Khun Cave
is a stalagmite/stalactite cave in To Nae Mountain near Ban Chao
Mai. It can be reached by boat from Yao Beach onto Khlong Chao Mai
for about 15 minutes. A small rowboat can go through the cave to a
verdant mangrove forest where the cave is nearby. Visitors have to
walk up to the cave to fully appreciate its beauty.
Ko
Libong
is in Tambon Libong and is the largest island in the Trang
Sea with an area of 40 square kilometers. Around the island are
seaweed and a large herd of manatees, large mammals of Thailand. It
is also the home of a variety of native and migratory birds that are
most abundant in winter. Ko Libong is part of the Libong Archipelago
Wildlife Reserve. The park headquarters is located here. The island
has many capes and beaches such as Tup Beach, Chu Hoei Cape, Thuat
Cape, and To Chai Cape. People can walk across the beach at Chu Hoei
Cape at low tide to Ko Tup where seabirds and mangrove birds from
colder climates not found anywhere else are in great numbers. Many
fishing villages are on the island. Most residents are Muslims. From
Ko Libong, one can get a good view of Ko Chao Mai and Chao Mai Cape.
To get to the island, take a boat at Hat Yao Ban Chao Mai Pier. A
boat leaves every hour and takes 30 minutes to get to the island
Hot
spring
is at Mu 7, Tambon Bo Nam Ron, around 10 kilometers from
Kantang. This natural hot spring has a constant temperature of 60
degrees Celsius. It is an interesting place for health tourism.
Ko
Muk and Morakot Cave
are the most impressive points in the Trang Sea. The island
is mostly high and majestic cliffs facing the sea to the west while
a fishing village is to the east facing the mainland. The cliffs are
homes to swallows. Hidden among them are the fantastic Morakot Cave.
The cave entrance is a small passage that is above water and boats
can just pass through. The cave itself winds for about 80 meters to
the other exit where a clean white beach surrounded by high cliffs
awaits. The cave entrance is in the island's west. To get to Ko Muk,
tourists can take a boat from Pak Meng Pier in Amphoe Sikao for the
40-minute trip.
The boat rent is around 1,500 Baht/day.
Accommodation is available on the island.
Ko
Chuak-Ko
Waen are small islands between Ko Muk and Ko Kradan. They are
teeming with shallow and deepwater corals and many types of fish.
Visitors can depart from Pak Meng Pier for the islands. Boats leave
regularly using the same route as to Ko Muk and Ko Kradan. The
50-minute trip costs 1,500 Baht/day for a chartered boat.
Ko
Kradan
is the most beautiful island in the Trang Sea. It has an area of 600
acres. Most of the island (5/6) is under the responsibility of Hat
Chao Mai National Park. The rest are privately owned rubber and
coconut plantations. The island offers good restaurants and
accommodation for tourists. The most striking feature of Ko Kradan
is its powdery white beach and crystal-clear water that permits a
great view of the coral reef underneath that stretches from the
beach's northern end to the coast. A variety of colorful fish
inhabit the shallow water corals. Ko Kradan is to the west of Ko Muk
and Ko Libong.
Visitors can take a boat from Pak Meng Pier to
Ko Kradan. The trip takes 1.30 hours.
Amphoe
Nayong
Khao
Chong Nature and Wild Life Study Center
is approximately 21 kilometers from
the city on the Trang-Phatthalung Road. This is one of the more
attractive places of southern Thailand. There is an abundance of
large trees, streams and waterfalls like Ton Yai, Ton Noi and Ka
Chong. This is the first nature and wildlife study place in
Thailand.
In addition, the "nature study
trail" is a walking trail ideal for
studying nature up close. Signs along the trail provide information
on the environment. "The Museum and Exhibition Building"
has exhibitions on nature and natural resource conservation.
Khlong
Lamchan Waterfowl Park
is in Khlong Lam Chan Wildlife Reserve, 17 kilometers from the city
on the Trang-Phatthalung route, then a right on the Ban Ka Chong-Ban
Hat Lao road (Highway No. 4124) for about 1 kilometer.
A large swamp in the park is the home of numerous waterfowls. The
period when there is the most number of birds is January-March. The
park is a peaceful place suitable for relaxation, tourism or
overnight stay.
Khao
Chang Hai Cave
is 5 kilometers from Amphoe Na Yong Market in Ban Na Mun Si. The
cave has a great deal of lovely stalagmites and stalactites of
various shapes.
Na
Mu Si Woven
is the most famous product of Na Mun Si, a Tambon in Trang.
Currently there is a women's Na Mun Si weaving group that maintains
the weaving heritage of the area. Visitors can see the group's works
at its office that is on the same way as the road to Khao Chang Hai
Cave, or about 5 kilometers on Na Mun Si Road.
About 300 meters away is the Tambon Na Mun Si Local Heritage Museum
that is the local cultural center to preserve local arts and
handicrafts. Over 300 ancient utensils and artifacts are on display.
Ka
Chong Waterfall
is in Khao Chong Botanical Park on the Trang-Phatthalung Road in
Amphoe Na Yong, about 7 kilometers from the district office. The
majestic waterfall falls from a high mountain down a cliff and
rocks. It is very popular with locals who visit it in large numbers
everyday.
Amphoe
Palian
Sea
tour of palian
is recommended by taking the Trang-Palian road (Highway No.
404). The Palian coastline is a lovely, indicative of the
extraordinary feature of the Andaman Sea. Famous beaches include
Chao Samran and Tasae. Interesting islands are Sukon, Phetra, Lao
Liang Nua, and Lao Liang Tai.
Mu
Ko Phetra National Park
is a marine national park in Amphoe Palian and Amphoe Langu in Satun.
The area was proclaimed a national park on 31 December 1994 and
comprises islands such as Ko Phetra, Ko Khao Yai, Ko Lanti, Ko Lidi,
Ko Bulon, Ko Laoliang, and Ko Praoma. Access can be from Pak Bara
Pier in Satun. The most suitable time for a visit is during
December-April. There is tourist accommodation near park
headquarters.
Ko
Sukon
is a Tambon in Palian, only 3 kilometers from shore via the
Trang-Palian road (Highway No. 404). The island has many lovely
beaches. In addition, it is renowned in the province for its
delicious watermelons, which is abundant in March and April. To get
there, take a bus on Trang-Palian route or a van from Amphoe Muang
for approximately 35 kilometers and cross a ferry at Tha Kham Pier
in Palian. Boats leave twice daily at 10.00 hrs. and 14.00 hrs. The
trip takes 40 minutes. Alternatively, embark a boat at Tase Pier in
King Amphoe Hat Samran by using Highway No. 404, turn right at Ban
Na intersection and drive for around 18 kilometers and then left for
another 7 kilometers or so. The total traveling time is 20-30
minutes. The boat rent is 500 Baht for 10 people. There is tourist
accommodation on the island.
Ton
Tae Waterfall
is 45 kilometers from the city. Go on the Trang-Phatthalung road for
about 17 kilometers, right onto the Ban Kachong-Ban Hat Lao road for
(Highway No. 4124) for about 27 kilometers and left for 1 kilometer.
This large and beautiful waterfall of Trang has water that drops
down 320 meters of rocks. The source is in the Banthat Mountain
Range. Assorted tropical flora cover the surrounding area. Visitors
can go by car to the waterfall in every season.
Ton
Tok Waterfall
is 1 kilometer from Ton Tae Waterfall along a walking trail. Streams
flow through rocks large and small. Ton Tok offers a great view of
Ton Tae.
Amphoe
Ratsada
Phra
Phut Cave
can be accessed from Ban Ka Pang by turning right to Chauat and
driving for around 10 kilometers. At the intersection, turn right
and continue for about 7 kilometers. Inside the cave is a large
reclining Buddha image and also a standing image decorated in the
style of a regal southern Thailand dancer. Moreover, there are
personal belongings of upper-class people like ceramics, lacquer
ware and old pottery. The origin of the items and the temple's
history are shrouded in mystery.
Phraya
Phichai Cave
in Ban Nai Wang, Tambon Nong Bua, is a naturally beautiful
cave that has plenty of stalactites and stalagmites.
It is teeming with wildlife, especially "Hoi Lo" or Lo
snails that are edible.
Amphoe
Sikao
Hat
Chao Mai National Park
is a marine national park covering 2 districts that are Kantang and
Sikao. The park's coastline is about 20 kilometers. The park
headquarters is at Chang Lang Beach in Tambon Mai Fat, approximately
47 kilometers from the city. To get there, take the Trang-Sikao-Pak
Meng road (Highway No. 4162) for 40 kilometers and then 7 kilometers
more on a road paralleling the beach to the park headquarters.
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attractions of the park are Pak Meng Beach, Chang Lang
Beach, San Beach, Yao Beach, Yong Ling Beach, Chao Mai
Beach, and Chao Mai Cave. All are easily accessible by car.
Moreover, there are 7 other islands in the Trang Sea for
which the park is responsible. They are Ko Muk, Ko Kradan,
Ko Chuak, Ko Pling, Ko Waen, Ko Meng, and Ko Chao Mai. The
area was proclaimed a national park on 14 October 1982. The
park also has the Marine Natural Study Center, tel. (075)
210664) and the Tourist Service Center. Accommodation is
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Pak
Meng Beach
is at Mu 4, Tambon Mai Fat, 38 kilometers from the
city on the Trang-Sikao-Pak Meng road (Highway No.
4046-4162). The beautiful and peaceful 5-kilometer-long
beach is in the shape of a crescent moon. A lovely pine
forest fringes the beach. Assorted large and small islands
dot the sea, looking like a person lying face up in the
ocean. Trang locals and people from nearby provinces like to
come here to relax and sample spicy seafood in the
restaurants. Boats from Pak Meng Pier take visitors to Ko
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