Ranong Information guide
Ranong is the first southern province on the western coast, located 568 kilometres
from Bangkok. It is known for the long rainy period, which lasts for 8 months
each year. Ranong occupies an area of 3,298 square kilometres and is bordered
by Myanmar and the Indian Ocean to the west. Within its compact area, Ranong contains
various natural attractions and is blessed with hot springs and unspoiled mangrove
forests. A mountainous and heavily forested province, Ranong is best known as
a fishing and trading port. It was settled by the Hokkian Chinese, and their strong
influence is evident in the town. Ranong town is a gateway to Myanmar, with colourful
longboats ferrying produce and people across the narrow divide that separates
the two countries. The traffic is even heavier these days since a casino opened
at Victoria Point. The famous hot springs are just outside of town, where an arboretum
and various first-class hotels cater to visitors eager to benefit from the medicinal
properties of the mineral waters.
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