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TRAT
It is best known for its beaches, particularly those on the islands
of Ko Chang National Park. The area was passed back and forth between
Thai and Cambodian/French sovereignty over the years, and a significant
victory for the Thai navy over the French was won at the southern
end of Ko Chang in 1941.
Beyond Ko Chang, Ko Mak and Ko Kud are inhabited and have beautiful
beaches but can be difficult to get to during the monsoon season.
Like neighbouring Chanthaburi, Trat has a rich gem trade as well
as thriving agriculture and fishing businesses.
TRAVEL
Air-conditional buses leave Ekamai Terminal for Trat every hour
or so from 7 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. The journey takes six hours. Return
buses leave hourly from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. There are two additional
departures at 11 and 11:30 p.m., which arrive in Bangkok between
5 and 6 a.m. Regular buses run more frequently. |
