TRANG

Trang is famous for its sandy beaches, beautiful views and underwater scenery at numerous offshore islands. The main town is very clean, with a domestic airport that has opened up the region to tourism, and its own distinctive brand of rich coffee.

Forests, lakes, waterfalls and rivers are plentiful within the province. Khlong Lamchan Waterfowl Park is a popular attraction, as is the Khao Chong Wildlife and Nature Education Centre, a tropical rainforest with lots of birdlife.

There are plenty of islands within easy reach, with varying degrees of underwater celebrity. Phetra Islands National Park is popular for day visits and diving. Chao Mai National Park includes Kradan islands with its powdery beaches and picturesque coral reefs and Muk island, with the incredible Emerald Cave, whose watery entrance leads to an immense cavern open to the sky.

The underwater world is so popular in Trang that it is the venue for an annual underwater wedding ceremony, with couples coming from around the world to get married in scuba gear on Valentine's Day.