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| First
mentioned in official dispatches of 2113 BE (1086 AD),
Rayong has been a town of note for some time. One of Rayong's
greatest claims to fame is that Thailand's most famous
Poet Laureate, Sunthorn Phu, spent his years of exile
from the Royal Court in the area, mostly on Ko Samet. |
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SIGHTS AROUND
RAYONG
Near
the town, Laem Charoen and Saeng Chan beaches are the
most popular, while off the coast are numerous scenic
islands including Ko Kudi, Ko Platin, Ko Talu, and the
very popular Ko Samet. |
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KO SAMET
Ever since Sunthorn Pu became enchanted with this dry
island, it has had a reputation for being slightly magical.
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| Ko
Samet's popularity began to boom about 10 years ago. Until
that time the island had very few inhabitants and only
a handful of bungalows to stay in. The island has no fresh
water source, so water boats come over from the mainland
every day to fill the bungalow's tanks. |
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| Its
proximity to Bangkok ensures that every weekend, particularly
long weekends, hundreds of Bangkokians descend on Ko Samet
for its fresh air, clean beaches, and relaxing atmosphere. |
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| A
regular ferry service to Ko Samet departs from Ban Phe
pier, 18 Km from Rayong town |
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