Rayong, at a distance of 180 km from Bangkok,
has fast emerges as a beautiful beach resort on
the eastern coast of Thailand. With a coastline
stretching for a 100 km, Rayong boost of picturesque
beaches, namely, Ban Phe, Suan Son Pine Park and
Suan Wang Kaew. Rayong is rich in under sea resources,
agricultural produce and industrial manufacture.
Rayong is divided into districts of Muang Rayong,
Klaeng, Ban Khai, Bang Chang, Pluak Daeng and
Wang Chan districts and Khao Chamao and Nikhom
Phatthana sub-districts.
The important tourist attractions in Rayong
are:
Phra Chao Tak Sin Shrine
The Shrine of Phra Chao Tak Sin placed on the
grounds of Wat Lum Mahachai Chumphon at the site
where he and his follower once camped. A standing
statue of the great king is enshrined with in
this shrine. The 300-year-old Satu Tree (Genus
Parkia) is believed to be the same tree with which
he tied his elephant.
Wat Pa Pradu
Located on the Sukhumvit Road is the ancient
Wat Pa Pradu. A 12 m long Reclining Buddha on
his left rather than on his usual right side is
enshrined within the temple. The original temple
does not have a shelter and only in 1981, a wihan
was built over it.
Wat Samut Khongkha or Wat Pak Nam
Wat Samut Khongkha or Wat Pak Nam is an ancient
temple with a meter long chedi on an island in
the middle of the Rayong River. The patrons of
this temple are unknown but the chedi was the
landmark of the province. Visible from a long
distance, the chedi signify to the boatmen that
they have arrived at Rayong. Celebrations including
the boat races are held on the full moon day of
the 12th lunar month.
Sopha Arboretum
Located close to the entrance into Ban Phe is
the Sopha Arboretum. Home to various flowering
plants, the highlight of the arboretum is the
100 years old Thai style wooden structure with
display of porcelain wares of several eras and
particularly of the Ban Chiang style.
Ko Samet
Ko Samet is a triangular shaped island and a
popular tourist destination. Sandy beaches, forested
land and several scenic views can be enjoyed towards
north and east side of the island while the southern
side diminished into the sea. This place serves
as the natural habitat of the Sea Gulls who also
lay eggs over here.
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