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Trat province (within which Koh Chang lies) was originally called Baan Bang Pra.

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Koh Chang Travel Guide : Getting to Koh Chang, Thailand

Leaving from the Eastern Bus Terminal in Bangkok (next to Ekkmai BTS Skytrain station) travellers by bus can reach the Trat Bus Terminal in approximately five and a half hours, with buses departing between 6am and midnight. Sawngthaew taxis are then available to make the short 15km trip to the ferry ports of either Laem Ngop, Ao Thammachat or Ko Chang Centrepoint (operated by Ko Chang Resort). Ferry services to Ko Chan... More

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		Koh Chang History - Trat province (within which Koh Chang lies) was originally called Baan Bang... posted by Mr. Michael Comglas on 06 September 2006 During the Ayutthaya era and under the reign of King Naresuan, Trat province (within which Koh Chang lies) was originally called Baan Bang Pra. The present-day name Trat is often said to be named after a tree which can be found in abundance throughout the area and is commonly used to make brooms. Called the ‘Krat’ tree, the name over the years likely formed the basis for the present name ‘Trat’. ... More

		Koh Chang Hotels, Island in Thailand - The feature of Koh Chang Island posted by Miss. Kanistha Rattanapisit on 31 July 2006 One of amazing Island paradises in Thailand is Koh Chang or Chang Island which means elephant. It is the second largest Island located in Trat Province in the Gulf of Thailand. Koh Chang or Chang Island displays of nature’s art with several beautiful beaches appeared on the Island that you can enjoy your visit. Moreover, there are more than 40 outlying Islands around. The beach forests line the sh... More

		Koh Chang Overview - Koh Chang cannot remain a secret forever .. posted by Mr. Michael Comglas on 13 July 2006 Hidden away on Thailand’s north-eastern Trat coastline, Koh Chang National Marine Park has successfully managed to escape the attention of the country’s well established and ever-growing tourist industry. As such the park remains a virtually untouched haven for Thais and well-informed travellers alike who seek total relaxation and escapism on the shores of the park’s many islands which are deserve... More

		Koh Chang Island - Getting to Koh Chang, Thailand posted by Mr. Michael Comglas on 13 July 2006 Leaving from the Eastern Bus Terminal in Bangkok (next to Ekkmai BTS Skytrain station) travellers by bus can reach the Trat Bus Terminal in approximately five and a half hours, with buses departing between 6am and midnight. Sawngthaew taxis are then available to make the short 15km trip to the ferry ports of either Laem Ngop, Ao Thammachat or Ko Chang Centrepoint (operated by Ko Chang Resort). ... More

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