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Trang
Trang at a glance
Located approximately 828 kilometers from Bangkok, Trang Province covers an area of 4,941 square kilometers. The province borders on Nakhon Si Thammarat Province to the north, Satun Province and the Indian Ocean (Andaman Sea) to the south, Phatthalung Province to the east and the Indian Ocean and Krabi Province to the west. Trang is considered a magnificent coastal province as it long, beautiful coastline stretches 199 kilometers along the Indian Ocean. In addition, the province has two major rivers flowing through it, the Trang River, which originates in the Khao Luang Mountain Range and Maenam Palian from the Banthat Mountain Range.
Despite the fact that Trang City plays a key role in facilitating trade and communications to Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand's southern commercial hub, Trang is a province less traveled to by tourists. It was only recently that Trang has been poised to establish itself on the international travel map.
Trang has geographical advantages similar to that of Krabi and Phang-Nga. This includes breathtaking islands and astounding beaches along the coast as well as awe-inspiring inland limestone- propped mountains. The province consists of an archipelago in the Andaman Sea with over 46 islands. Of these, 12 are in Amphoe Kantang, 13 in Amphoe Palian and 21 in Amphoe Sikao. The best time to visit Trang is between December and May.
Trang has both mainland beaches and a whole string of offshore islands. For visitors interested in light-adventure activities such as cruising coastal waters, visiting notable sights such as the enchanting Emerald Cave, which is accessible only by water, will prove to be remarkable experience. Additional attractions include the Mu Ko Petra National Park with beaches and islands lapped by the warm waters of the Andaman Sea. Some of the dive sites in the National Park are world-class. There are also wildlife sanctuaries such as Namtok Khao Chong and Khlong Lamchan Park with waterfalls, nature trails and caves. For those looking for a relaxed, tranquil ambience, Trang is a perfect place to unwind amidst stunning scenery.
With an abundance of blissful attractions mixed with cultural heritage, Trang Province is truly an emerging fascinating tourist destination with numerous jungles, mountains and waterfalls.
The City also has numerous attractions. Walking around Trang City, visitors will be amazed at the mixture of Western, Chinese and Thai cultures reflected in the architecture that range from the Sino- Portuguese shop houses to the Chinese temples and shrines. The Pan-Ya House is the local style of houses in Trang, which offers an insight into the architectural heritage of this town. In addition to architectural attractions there are many parks to stroll through and markets to explore. The main two markets in Trang are Ta Klang and Municipal markets.
History of Trang
Trang or Muang Thap Thiang used to be a port engaged in foreign trade. It was the first city where rubber was planted after Phraya Ratsadanupradit Mahison Phakdi brought it from Malaysia in 1899. Since then, rubber has become Souths major commodity and is now considered an important source of income for farmers.
Todays Trang
Trang has a total area of 4,941 square kilometers and is divided into 10 districts (Amphoe) and 1 sub-district (King Amphoe); Amphoe Muang, Amphoe Kantang, Amphoe Huai Yot, Amphoe Yan Ta Khao, Amphoe Palian, Amphoe Sikao, Amphoe Wang Wiset, Amphoe Na Yong, Amphoe Ratsada, and King Amphoe Hat Samran.
The best time to visit Trang
The best time to visit Trang is between December and May. As it is located on the same coastline as Phuket and Krabi Provinces, Trang Province is also influenced by the monsoon. The temperature is generally warm all year round with an average temperature varying from 20 Celsius to 36 Celsius.
In April, the daytime temperature is highest and it is also the hottest period of the year. The rainy season, which is from May to September, has rains and short downpours during the daytime. The monsoon period comes from September to November and then from December onwards the weather generally becomes more pleasant.
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| Destinations in "Huai Yot" district - Trang province - Thailand |
Khao Pina - Huai Yot - Trang
This unique mountain is hollow all the way to the top resembling an overturned pan. At the foot of t ....
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Namtok Ton Te - Huai Yot - Trang
This waterfall is located 45 kilometers from the city. Originating in the Banthat Mountain Range, th ....
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Tha-le Song Hong (lake of Two Rooms) - Huai Yot - Trang
Located to the northwest of the province is a large lake surrounded by limestone hills. A mountain i ....
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Tha-le Song Hong National Boy Scouts Camp - Huai Yot - Trang
The camp is situated near Thale Song Hong in Tambon Bang Di. Covering an area of 2,080 square kilome ....
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Tham Khao Kop (Khao Kop Cave) - Huai Yot - Trang
A canal from the Banthat Mountain Range is divided into 3 waterways upon reaching Khao Kop ....
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| Destinations in "Kantang" district - Trang province - Thailand |
Chao Mai Cave-Chao Khun Cave - Kantang - Trang
This is a stalagmite/stalactite cave in To Nae Mountain, near Ban Chao Mai. It can be reached by a 1 ....
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Hat Yao - Kantang - Trang
This is a long beach that extends from a sharks fin shaped mountain to the north. Located at Mu 6 in ....
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Hat Yong Ling and Hat San - Kantang - Trang
Situated on the way to Chao Mai Beach, Hat Yong Ling and Hat San are curved beaches that run paralle ....
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Khuan Tamnak Chan Public Park - Kantang - Trang
The park is located approximately 24 kilometers from the city. Encompassing an area of 250 rai, the ....
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Koh Chueak - Koh Waen - Kantang - Trang
Small islands between Ko Muk and Ko Kradan, the islands are blessed with amazingly colorful shallow ....
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Koh Kradan - Kantang - Trang
One of the most beautiful islands in Trang, Ko Kradan is located about 40 minutes by boat from the m ....
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Koh Libong - Kantang - Trang
Ko Libong, Trangs largest island is located in Tambon Libong and is part of the Libong Archipelago W ....
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Phraya Ratsadanupradit Mahison Phakdi Museum - Kantang - Trang
This is a historical site where the former ruler of Trang, Phraya Ratsadanupradit, once lived. Insid ....
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| Destinations in "Mueang" district - Trang province - Thailand |
Phra Srinagarindra Park (Thung Nam Phut) - Mueang - Trang
Located 3 kilometers from the city along Nam Phut Road, and on the right of Tha Klang Road is a beau ....
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Sa Kaphang Surin - Mueang - Trang
This is a natural pool of about 80,000 square meters. Spanning the pool is a concrete bridge connect ....
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Tham Khao Sam Bat (Cave) - Mueang - Trang
It is believed that this is the place where as much as three alms-bowls full of treasure was hidden. ....
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| Destinations in "Na Yong" district - Trang province - Thailand |
Khlong Lam Chan Waterfall Park - Na Yong - Trang
A large swamp in the Park is home to numerous waterfowls whose migration period is from January to M ....
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Namtok Ka Chong - Na Yong - Trang
This splendid waterfall, which cascades from a high mountain down a cliff to rocks below, is a popul ....
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Tham Khao Chang Hai - Na Yong - Trang
The cave, which is the site of heavenly made stalagmites and stalactites in various shapes, is 5 kil ....
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| Destinations in "Palian" district - Trang province - Thailand |
Koh Sukon - Palian - Trang
This island is a Tambon in Palian District, only 3 kilometers from shore via the Trang-Palian Road ( ....
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Mu Ko Phetra National Park - Palian - Trang
This marine national park, which is located in Amphoe Palian and Amphoe La-ngu in Satun, was proclai ....
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Namtok Ton Te - Palian - Trang
This waterfall is located 45 kilometers from the city. Originating in the Banthat Mountain ....
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Namtok Ton Tok - Palian - Trang
This waterfall and Nam Tok Ton Te, which are located 1 kilometer apart from each other, are connecte ....
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| Destinations in "Sikao" district - Trang province - Thailand |
Hat Chao Mai National Park - Sikao - Trang
This area, which was proclaimed a marine national park on 14 October 1982, covers the 2 di ....
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Hat Pak Meng - Sikao - Trang
The beautiful and peaceful, 5-kilometer long beach resembles a crescent moon and is fringed by a lov ....
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Koh Ngai or Koh Hai - Sikao - Trang
This is an island that is actually in Amphoe Ko Lanta of Krabi. However, it is classified as a touri ....
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Rajamangkala Aquarium - Sikao - Trang
The Aquarium is a large building located inside the Fishery Faculty, Rajamangkala Institute of Techn ....
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| Destinations in "Yan Ta Khao" district - Trang province - Thailand |
Namtok Lam Plok - Yan Ta Khao - Trang
This is a large 6-tiered waterfall where visitors can see islands and the view of the mouth of Maena ....
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Namtok Phrai Sawan - Yan Ta Khao - Trang
A medium-sized waterfall with 17 sub-levels, Phrai Sawan Waterfall is ideal for relaxation ....
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Namtok Sai Rung - Yan Ta Khao - Trang
This single-level cascade waterfall has strong current that cascades from a huge high cliff. The wat ....
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Southern Thailand Botanical Garden (Thung Khai) - Yan Ta Khao - Trang
A new attraction for those interested in studying nature, particularly flora, the garden has a botan ....
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