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Phatthalung
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PHATTHALUNG
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| QUICK GUIDANCE |
| The breathtaking landscapes, beautiful coastlines, cultural delights and historical significance, make Thailand an enjoyable stop in Asia travel map. To help you plan a trip in Phatthalung - Thailand, we provide the useful guide of hotel options, package tours, transport, attractions, shopping and entertainment. You just click the sections below for helpful information. |
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PHATTHALUNG PROVINCE OVERVIEW |
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Capital: Phatthalung
Location: Southern
Area: 3,424.5 km2
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Population: 498,471
Density: 146/km2
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| Phatthalung, Kong Ra, Khao Chaison, Tamot, Khuan Khanun, Pak Phayun, Si Banphot, Pa Bon, Bang Kaeo, Pa Phayom, Srinagarindra |
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| General Information
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Phatthalung is one of the southern provinces of Thailand. The neighboring provinces are Nakhon Si Thammarat, Songkhla, Satun and Trang. This relatively small province sandwiched between Songkhla to the east and south, Trang to the west and Nakhon Si Thammarat to the north is landlocked, with the only water lapping its boundaries to the east from Songkhla Lake.
The province can be divided into two areas, the mountainous area to the west bordering Trang Province and the flat rice growing area sloping down to the tranquil expanse of Songkhla Lake.
Phattalung is a peaceful, rural province with a Muslim minority and despite it being very rarely visited by tourists it is worth exploring for a few days -- particularly if you like low-key, out of the way destinations as there are some interesting things to see in and around Phattalung town and the Thale Noi Waterbird Sanctuary is outstanding.
During the reign of King Ramathibodi I of the Ayutthaya kingdom in the 14th century Phatthalung became one of twelve royal cities. At the end of the 18th century King Rama I submitted the city to the Ministry of Defense, which was responsible for all the southern provinces. During the administrative reform by King Chulalongkorn Phatthalung became part of the Monthon Nakhon Si Thammarat.
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PHATTHALUNG PROVINCE PEOPLE |
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GETTING IN - OUT
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* Car: There are 3 ways from Bangkok. The first is via the Phetchakasem National Highway No. 4 to Chumphon (Phathom Phon junction) into Ranong, Phang-nga, Krabi, Trang, and Phatthalung. The total distance is 1,140 kilometres. The second route is to Chumphon and then onto Highway No. 41 (Asia) to Phatthalung, a total distance of around 846 kilometres. The third route is to Nakhon Si Thammarat via Chumphon and Surat Thani, then onto Highway No. 403 and Highway No. 41 to Phatthalung.
* Bus: The transport Co. has daily Bangkok-Phatthalung services..
* Train: The southern line runs through Phatthalung town, Khuan Khanun, Khao Chaison, Pak Phayun, Pa Bon, and Bang Kaeo. The trains leave the Bangkok Railway Station (Hualamphong) daily at 12.25 p.m., 2.20 p.m., 2.45 p.m., 3.50 p.m. and 10.50 p.m.
* Plane: Phatthalung does not have an airport but can be accessed via those in nearby provinces.
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GETTING AROUND
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PHATTHALUNG PROVINCE RESOURCES |
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PHATTHALUNG PROVINCE ECONOMY |
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