Ao Manao
Ao Manao This beautiful curved bay is under the care
of the Royal Thai Airforce. It is some 5 kilometres
south of the town. This area used to be a battlefield
between the Thai and Japanese armies during Second World
War. Accommodation should be reserved in advanced at
the 53rd Squadron, Tel: 0 3261 1017, 0 3261 1031 ext.
2146.
Dan Singkhon
Dan Singkhon This Myanmar-Thailand border pass is
located in Tambon Khlong Wan, 4 kilometres from Khao
Hin Thoen Stone Park. It used to be a strategic line
for military movement in the past.
Khao Chong Krachok
Khao Chong Krachok or Mirror Mount From the foot of
the hill in the north of the town, up 395 steps, sits
a much revered monastery. There is a small pagoda
and a troop of playful monkeys. The hill also offers
a spelendid panorama of the coastline and seascape.
Khao Hin Thoen Stone Park
Khao Hin Thoen Stone Park This is located to the west
of the town. Travel along Highway No. 4 till Km. 331-332,
then turn right and drive for another 8 kms. Among
large stones placed by nature in the area, there are
narrow walks leading to wide rocky fields on the mountain
top overlooking the view of the city and the sea.
Wa Ko
Wa Ko This locality has had historical importance
since the reign of King Rama IV. The King made a trip
to Wa Ko to witness the full moon eclipse. A long
white sandy beach lined with pine trees offers a pleasant
atmosphere. It is located at Km. 335 of Highway No.
4, about 12 kilometres south of the town.
