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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