Rayong, Thailand
Rayong is blessed with its abundance of nature beauty. It
has a well deserved reputation for producing seafood products
such as shrimp paste, fish sauce and dried seafood, and tropical
fruits of which
rambutan, mangosteen and durian are the most famous.
Location
Rayong is located in the east coast of Thailand on the northern
shoreline of the Gulf of Thailand, about 179 kilometers from
Bangkok.
Topography
In general the geography of Rayong is marked by a series of
mountains interspersed by flat plains and large tracts of
land under forest, rubber and fruit plantation. Offshore,
there are many islands which are well-known by the tourist,
such as Koh Samet and Ko Mun.
Rayong has an extensive coastline stretching for approximately
100 kilometers, and some 3,552 kilometers square in area,
and is divided into 6 administrative districts and 2 sub-district.
To the north and the west they are bordered by the province
of Chonburi, the east by Chanthaburi Province and the south
by the Gulf of Thailand.
Climate
The climate is tropical, generally warm and humid with abundant
rainfall, average temperature is around 28 C.
ATRACTIONS:
Payoon and Pala Beach
Located in Ban Chang district about 33 and 36 kilometers.
Both beaches are connected, peaceful and eminently suitable
for swimming. Here visitors have choice of accommodation from
luxurious hotel to economy bungalows.
Dok Krai Reservoir
Located in Pluak Daeng district, 35 kilometers from Rayong
Town. This is the center of development projects under the
advice of H.M.King Bhumipol Adulyadej on agriculture, fishery,
irrigation, land and farm animals. The reservoir covers 20,000
rais of land, is surrounded by the natural beauty ideal for
relaxing, camping and educational tour.
Mae Rumphueng Beach
The beach, some 10 kilometers long, is located between Ban
Tapong and Ban Kon Ao, 11 kilometers from town, and sited
within the Khao Laem Yah - Koh Samet Group National Park.
This is a particularly beautiful spot with a headland forming
a magnificent backdrop to a crescent shaped bay with broad
sandy beaches which are ideal for swimming.
Ban Kon Ao
This is a typical fishing village, some 22 kilometers from
town, which is dominated by a temple with seats a top hill
overlooking the shoreline. The area is subject to wind and
sea eroding. The palm trees appear to be standing on sand
pedestals, which appear to be help together only by the roots
of the trees.
Khao Laem Ya - Koh Samet Group National Park
In 1981 the area known as Khao Laem Ya and the island of Koh
Samet was designated as a nature reserve. It is an area of
great natural beauty which is enhanced by the tranquillity
of the surroundings.
Khao Laem Ya is located about 6.4 kilometers from the fishing
village of Ban Phe. Koh Samet, on which Sunthorn Phu, Thailand'greatest
poet based his most famous work, the story of Pra Apaimanee,
lies about 40 minutes boat journey offshore. The park also
covers Mae Rumphueng Beach, Ban Kon Ao and some islands near
Koh Samet such as Koh Kudee, Koh Kruai, Koh Khangkhao and
Koh Platin.
Ban Phe
Ban Phe, 22 kilometers from town, is a busy fishing port and
the center of local marine produce. The town of Ban Phe is
characterised by narrow streets of shops and houses, It is
a stopping off points for tourists en route to the island
of Koh Samet. Boats leave regularly for the island from the
piers. Shop in the main street stock a wide variety of marine
produce and many souvenirs and trinkets fashioned from shells
of different shades and sizes.
Koh Samet or Koh Kaew Phisadan
It is the most well-known attraction of Rayong offers beautiful
beaches with charming white sand, strange-shape rocks, suitable
relaxation, water sporting, exploring the coral reefs beneath
the sea. Koh Samet is located some 6.5 kilometers from Ban
Phe. There are boat services available all day and many kinds
of accommodation there.
Koh Kudee
It lies approximately 6 kilometers offshore. Besides Koh Kudee
there are two smaller islands, one is Koh Khangkhao and another
is Ko Ruesee Cave. All three islands lie a little to the east
of Koh Samet. The islands have beautiful natural landscapes
and ringed by fine beaches which are ideal for swimming and
camping on.
Wang Kaew
This is agreeably one of the most picturesque part of the
east coast and used to be the most famous tourist spot. Wang
Kaew is a beautifully landscaped headland with a fine beach
and accommodation available in cottages and bungalows. It
is 38 kilometers from town
Suan Son Park
It is 1 kilometer from Ban Phe and also know as the Casuarina
(pine) gardens. These splendid trees line both verges of the
road for a distance of 1 kilometer. It is a popular picnic
place with shaded areas.
Laem Mae Phim
At KM. 26 on the coastal road between Ban Phe and Klaeng,
48 kilometers from town, is Laem Mae Phim. This is a popular
beach attracts Thai tourists. There are many bungalows for
rent at the site and along the roadside there are vendors
selling a wide range of product. Such as fruits, coconuts,
fried squid and skeweres oysters, Boats can be hired to visit
the nearby Koh Mun island group.
Mun Islands
Lying off the coast near Kram is the Ko Mun island group which
consists of three islands, namely Koh Mun Nai, Koh Mun Klang
and Ko Mun Nok which mean inner, middle and outer Mun islands.
These islands are located about 5 kilometers off Laem Mae
Phim and take about 50 minutes to reach by boat. The cost
is about 500 baht per round trip. The islands are worth while
exploring, each one having fine sandy beaches which offer
secluded sports for sunbathing or swimming.
Khao Wong Caves
To reach Khao Wong take the turning at KM. 288 on the Sukhumvit
Road and travel a distance of 12 kilometers to find the caves.
At Khao Wong, there are about 60 caves around the base of
the mountain, many of the cave are occupied by Buddhist monks,
and one has been turned into a shrine with a replica of the
Buddha's footprint
Chamao and Vong International Park
There are 20 caves and 4 waterfalls in this area which are
opened for tourists. The biggest waterfall is Chamao waterfall,
with 8 layers of falls.
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