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Rayong province is a province (changwat) of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are (from west clockwise) Chon Buri and Chanthaburi. To the south is the Gulf of Thailand.
local people still remember that King Taksin (of Thailand) came to Rayong after the fall of Ayutthaya. During a short stay in Rayong he built a navy, and then went on to Chantaburi to collect his arms to fight back against the Burmese. There is a shrine in Rayong where local people pay respects to Taksin.
ough the north is hilly, the province consists mostly of low coastal plains.
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Rayong province is a province (changwat) of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are (from west clockwise) Chon Buri and Chanthaburi. To the south is the Gulf of Thailand.
History
The local people still remember that King Taksin (of Thailand) came to Rayong after the fall of Ayutthaya. During a short stay in Rayong he built a navy, and then went on to Chantaburi to collect his arms to fight back against the Burmese. There is a shrine in Rayong where local people pay respects to Taksin.
Geography
Although the north is hilly, the province consists mostly of low coastal plains. Several islands in the Gulf of Thailand belong to the province, including the popular tourist destinations, Ko Samet, Ko Mun and Ko Kodi.
Symbols
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| The seal of the province shows the island Ko Samet. The provincial tree is Alexandrian laurel (Calophyllum inophyllum). |
Administrative divisions
The province is subdivided in 8 districts (amphoe). These are further subdivided into 58 subdistricts (tambon) and 388 villages (muban).
Tourism
Sights
The Shrine of King Taksin the Great (??????????????????????) Folklore says that King Taksin the Great tied his elephant to the tree while leading the troops to Chanthaburi for retrieving the Kingdom of Siam from Burmese occupation. The shrine houses a statue of King Taksin the Great.
Wat Pa Pradu (????????????) This ancient temple dates back to the Ayutthaya period. The wihan houses a large reclining Buddha image, 11.95 metres long and 3.60 metres High. Unusually, the reclining Buddha image lies on its left-hand side.
City Pillar Shrine (????????????) This shrine was first built of wood. Then it was replaced by a concrete construction with Chinese characteristics. The old city pillar was formerly in front of the shrine. A new one was later set up with a four-porched shelter.
Wat Ban Don Shadow Play Museum (????????????????????????????) exhibits a hundred Nang Yai shadow play characters, or Nang Yai, which is a large piece of leather carved and painted into different characters.
Phra Chedi Klang Nam (????????????????) In the middle of the Rayong River, two kilometres south of downtown near the mouth of the river, is located a pagoda on an island. It is a landmark for the crew to indicate that they are reaching Rayong province. On the full moon day of the twelfth lunar month, a celebration will be held to change the robe covering the pagoda.
Si Mueang Park (???????????) This place was once used for the execution of prisoners and now it has been rebuilt as a park for people to enjoy. At the front of the park is a famous Buddha image of Rayong, Phra Phuttha Angkhirot.
Hat Laem Charoen (????????????) Near the mouth of the Rayong River, five kilometres south of downtown, is the nearest beach from Rayong.
Hat Saeng Chan (????????????) Some seven kilometres from Rayong town, connecting to Laem Charoen Beach, the Saeng Chan Beach is a nice sandy beach.
Hat Mae Ramphueng - Ban Kon Ao (??????????? – ???????????) Some 11 kilometres from Rayong town.
Khao Laem Ya (???????????) From this sunset viewpoint, comprising scrub forest and cape, it is possible to see Mae Ramphueng Beach and Ko Samet.
Rayong Aquarium (??????????????????????????), Located in the Eastern Marine Fisheries Research and Development Centre (??????????????????????????????????????), keeps various kinds of beautiful fish and sea plants. The centre conducts study, research and testing regarding marine biology and behaviors of marine life.
Sopha Botanical Park (???????????????) This 32-rai park is lush with many kinds of trees, particularly Thai flora mentioned in literature. In the compound, three traditional Thai houses on stilts of nearly 100 year old exhibit ceramics from various periods as well as prehistoric pottery from Ban Chiang World Heritage Site.
Suan Son Just four kilometres from Ban Phe, 29 kilometres from Rayong town, many kinds of pine along with local trees make the beach road shady.
Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet National Park (?????????????????????????-?????????????) The park totals an area of 81,875 rai comprising land, sea and islands. Its major attractions include Mae Ramphueng Beach, Khao Laem Ya, and Samet Archipelago.
Ko Samet (?????????) People believe that this is the miracle island in Thai classical literature by Sunthon Phu. Ko Samet is quite a famous beach attraction of Rayong. One of the famous beaches is Ao Wong Duean in the middle of the eastern side. This beach stretches in the shape of an almost complete circle.
Ko Kruai, Ko Kham, and Ko Pla Tin (???????? ??????? ?????????????) These islands are some 600 metres north of Ko Kudi.
Ko Kudi or Ko Kut (???????? ???????????) A nice beach and coral reefs make it a nice place for a hideaway. Nearby islands are Ko Thai Khangkhao and Ko Tham Ruesi.
Ko Thalu (????????) The island is another scuba diving site among coral reefs. The island totals an area of 69 rai, most remains lush forest. While high cliffs occupy the west, white sandy beaches occupy the east and south of the island.
Suan Wang Kaeo (??????????) Forest and garden, beach and beautiful bay characterize the park.
Laem Mae Phim (????????????) Without large waves, the beach is nice for swimming. Restaurants and bungalows are available along the beach. Laem Mae Phim is 48 kilometres from Rayong town.
Sunthon Phu Monument (??????????????????) The monument was built to commemorate Sunthon Phu, a leading poet in the early Rattanakosin era, two centuries ago. There are statues of Sunthon Phu and characters from his famous literature.
Wat Saranat Thammaram (??????????????????) houses a main Buddha image imitated from the famous Phra Phuttha Chinnarat in Phitsanulok province. Four major pagodas surround the Ubosot. They include Phra Pathom Chedi, Phrathat Phanom, replica of Bodh Gaya, and Phrathat Chaiya.
Mu Ko Man (???????????) Mu Ko Man comprises three islands: Man Nai, Man Klang, and Man Nok.
Ko Man Nai (?????????) This island is the location of the turtle conservation station initiated by Her Majesty the Queen. The project conserves the breeding of hawksbill turtle and olive turtle.
Hat Phayun and Hat Phla (????????????????) The beautiful Phayun Beach is 32 kilometres from Rayong town. Phla Beach, only three kilometres from Phayun Beach, is a quiet beach with a shady sea pine forest.
Supattra Land Orchard (??????????) The orchard is open for the public to witness its fruit variety such as durian, rambutan, mango, grape, star fruit and longan.
Khao Chamao - Khao Wong National Park: (?????????????????????? – ?????) This lush forest with a great variety of flora and fauna is the watershed of the Prasae River.
Attractions in the national park
Namtok Khao Chamao or Namtok Khlong Nam Sai (????????????? ??????????????????) The waterfall comprises seven levels, stretching for three kilometres. The large pond called Wang Matcha, is a habitat of brook carp.
Pha Sawan (????????) The viewpoint is 1.5 kilometres from the national park headquarters.
Namtok Khlong Pla Kang (????????????????) The waterfalls are three kilometres from the headquarters. Ferns and orchids grow well in this lush forest.
Namtok Khlong Hin Phoeng (????????????????) The small waterfall is actually in Chanthaburi province, ten kilometers from the headquarters. Water runs all year round.
Khao Wong Many limestone mountains surround a flat plain in the middle. The amazing mountains have a total of 80 caves inside.
Krommaluang Chumphon Shrine (?????????????????????) The shrine houses the statue of Krommaluang Chumphonkhetudomsak, founder of Thailand's modern navy. He is much honoured by the people of Rayong.
Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Herbal Park (?????????????????????????????????? ????????????????) The park grows various kinds of herbs as well as conducts research.
Activities
Taphong bike route (????????????????????????????)
Golf
Driving Rang
Amphoe Mueang
Horse Riding
Thai Massage
Spa
Local Products
Preserved seafood (??????????????????) Seafood from Rayong has been quite a famous souvenir.
Fruit During May and June, orchards in Rayong are ready to show off their proud products: durian, rambutan, mangosteen, etc.
Products from sedge mat (????????????????) The in-house industry of Tambon Kram, Amphoe Klaen has quality products.
Crystal products (???????????????????????????) The crystal factory in Amphoe Pluak Daeng, produces export-quality crystal works by Thai skilled labour.
Culture
Festivals
Rayong Fruit Festival (????????????????????????????????) In May of each year, Rayong's fruit reaches its peak season. The venue for celebration is always changed between Mueang and Klaeng districts.
Sunthon Phu Day (??????????????) Organised on June 26 of each year at Sunthon Phu Monument, Klaeng district, to honour the great poet.
Changing the robe for Phra Chedi Klang Nam (?????????????????????????) The annual traditional event is held during the full moon night of the 12th lunar month, or in November. The robe blanketing around the pagoda in the middle of the Rayong River, in Mueang district, will be changed. Meanwhile, the people will celebrate the event along with the Loi Krathong Festival by boat racing and many kinds of local entertainment.
Thot Pha Pa Klang Nam (Waterborne Robe Offering Ceremony) (???????????????????) During the Loi Krathong Festival of each year, or on the full moon night of November, people living near the mouth of the Prasae River will prepare a monk's robe at the pier. After completing the ceremony on the boat, a monk will come to get it. Normally, the robe offering ceremony is held at the temple. This special tradition has been inherited for over a century.
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