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Region of Thailand
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Eastern Thailand comprises the seven provinces that lie south of Isaan and east of the Central Plains, sandwiched between Bangkok and Cambodia.
The closest beach resorts to Bangkok, this region is an absolute tourist magnet. Its most popular destinations include Pattaya and Ko Samet, but there are also some undiscovered beaches and islands.
A mountainous area off the beaten track, often ventured through on the way to Cambodia. It can also be used as a base for Khao Yai National Park.
The much-loved Ko Chang Archipelago, a popular island destination for beaches, palm trees and fishing villages. Some lesser known islands include Ko Mak and Ko Kut.
By bus
By train
The southeastern train line follows the coast through Chonburi, Pattaya and beyond. The eastern line heads to the Cambodian border at Aranyaprathet.
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border town and the way to Angkor Wat in Cambodia
some nice markets and temples
interesting waterfalls
important industrial town
notorious den of sleaze trying to clean up its act
closest town to Khao Yai National Park
capital of the province of the same name
known for a spicy sauce and seafood
the gateway to the Ko Chang Archipelago
natural getaway that straddles the border with Isaan
fast developing island with lots of beaches and a fishing village
unspoiled and relatively unknown island near Ko Chang
small island 7.5 kilometers off the coast of Pattaya
island with white beaches that is shaped like a cross
the nearest thing to a paradise island around Bangkok
the island that tourism (almost) forgot
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