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	Surat Thani province
		Surat Thani (often in short Surat, Thai สุราษฏร์ธานี) is the largest of the southern provinces (changwat) of Thailand, on the eastern shore of the Gulf of Thailand.
		Surat Thani means City of Good People, the title given to the city by King Vajiravudh[?] (Rama VI).
		The main rivers of the Surat Thani province are Tapi River and Phum Duang River.
	www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/su/Surat_Thani_province.html (329 words)

	thaiso.com \| koh samui \| in and around \| surat thani
		Surat Thani is the largest province in the South situated approximately 685 kilometres south of Bangkok : "Surat Thani" literally translates as "City of the Good People".
		Surat Thani was formerly a capital of the Srivijaya Empire and the entire province spreads out over 12 891 square kilometres.
		Surat Thani is a province with an ancient history.
	www.thaiso.com /kohsamui/in-around/suratthani.htm (462 words)

	Surat Thani - Town and province in Thailand. Airport, train station and ferries
		Surat Thani town is a hub for travelers in the South of Thailand.
		The province was named Surat Thani in July 29th 1915, as the King Rama VI (King Vajiravudh) was visiting the province.
		Today Surat Thaini is a important export region for coconuts, rambutan (A delicious fruit that you definitely should try) and rubber and of course also a port and hub for tourists going to the islands of Mu Koh Samui (Samui, Tao and Phangan) and also the Andaman region in the South West.
	www.kohsamui.org /suratthani.html (429 words)

	Surat Thani - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Surat Thani (Thai: สุราษฎร์ธานี) is a city in Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Surat Thani Province, southern Thailand.
		It is the capital of the province Surat Thani.
		Surat Thani is connected with Bangkok by the southern railway, even though the Surat Thani Railway Station is actually located Phunphin, about 15 km away from city.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Surat_Thani (389 words)

	Surat Thani travel guide - Wikitravel
		Surat Thani is the provincial capital of Surat Thani Province.
		Surat Thani is a gateway to the islands of Thailand's eastern coast: Ko Samui, Ko Tao (great for scuba diving), and Ko Pha Ngan.
		Surat Thani airport is located about 20 km west of the city in Phunphin district.
	wikitravel.org /en/Surat_Thani (854 words)

	Surat Thani hotels Thailand Information and travel guide
		The largest southern province, Surat Thani is steeped in history as part of the Srivijaya empire with ancient Chaiya a key city.
		Surat Thani is famous for coconuts, mainly picked by pig-tailed monkeys which are trained in special schools around the province.
		In Surat Thani's hinterland, Khao Sok National Park is a popular ecotourism destination, thanks to a great variety of flora and fauna, coupled with outstanding scenery with lots of trekking and boating trails.
	www.thailand-guide.org /thailand/suratthani (409 words)

	Surat Thani travel guide with guesthouse and hotel reviews
		Surat Thani is officially known as the province of a thousand islands -- many of which lay off the coast in the Gulf of Thailand.
		South of Surat Thani towards Nakhon Si Thammarat is a second mountainous region of equally breath-taking proportions, with summits of over 1,500m and large expanses of gorgeous rainforest.
		Surat Thani town itself is commercially important to the region, while the town of Chaiya has produced archaeological discoveries which indicate it may have been the centre of the Mahayana Buddhist Srivijaya empire, which dominated the Malay peninsula and Java 1,500 years ago.
	www.travelfish.org /province/thailand/southern_thailand/surat_thani (1323 words)

	Surat Thani
		Surat Thani once formed part, and may have been the centre of the Mahayana Buddhist, Srivijaya Empire which, steeped in legend and mystery, dominated the Malay peninsula and much of Java some 1,500 years ago.
		To reach Koh Tao economically is by boat that leaves from Surat Thani and Koh Phangan.
		Ko Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand, approximately 84 kilometers east of Surat Thani Province, or approximately 700 kilometers south of Bangkok.
	www.tothailand.com /province/south/suratthani/index.php (662 words)

	Surat Thani - General Information
		Surat Thani Province borders the Gulf of Thailand to the north and east, Chumphon Province to the north, Nakhon Si Thammarat and Krabi Provinces to the south, Phang-Nga and Ranong Provinces to the west and Nakhon Si Thammarat Province to the east.
		All rivers in Surat Thani flow east of the province to the Gulf of Thailand.
		The numerous islands along the coast makes Surat Thani (often known as Surat in short) a perfect hideaway for vacationers from around the world.
	www.thailand-guide.org /thailand/suratthani/general-info.htm (565 words)

	Surat Thani : Planning a Trip \| Frommers.com
		The Surat Thani train station is very inconvenient, but minitrucks meet trains to transport you to town for 20B (45¢) shared ride.
		The Surat Thani Bus Terminal is on Kaset II Road a block east of the main road.
		Surat Thani is built up along the south shore of the Tapi River.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/suratthani/3004010002.html (491 words)

	Surat Thani Province in Southern Thailand
		Surat Thani is 644 kms south of Bangkok.
		Surat Thani literally means "City of the Good People" and is the former seat of the Srivijaya Empire.
		This annual fair is held in August to celebrate this delicious first.The fist rambutan tree was planted in Surat Thani in 1926, and now trees are grown throughout the area.
	www.thaistudents.com /guidebook/provinces/surat_thani.html (1465 words)

	Destination Guide : General Information in Surat Thani (Samui) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		is Surat Thani the province with a name that literally means "City of the Good People".
		All rivers in Surat Thani flow east of the province to the
		Surat Thani is a city with a long history.
	www.tourismthailand.org /destinationguide/list.aspx?provinceid=67 (578 words)

	Surat Thani Province - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The main rivers of the Surat Thani province are Tapi River and Phum Duang River, which both drain into the Bandon Bay.
		The rambutan trees were first planted in Surat Thani in 1926 by the Chinese Malay Mr.
		It was moved to the city of Surat Thani in World War II, but when the Japanese invaded Thailand on December 8, 1941 was building caught fire and burned down.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Surat_Thani_province (957 words)

	Surat Thani, Thailand
		Surat Thani lies on the Malayan peninsula in the fertile plain on the estuary of the Menam Ta Pi in the Gulf of Thailand.
		It was already inhabited during the Stone Age (numerous tools excavated) and in the first millennium the terminus of an important road from Ta Kuapa, which shortened the route to the South China Sea.
		By ferry: express ferry between Bangkok and Surat Thani (duration about 15 hours), reservations from travel operators.
	www.planetware.com /thailand/surat-thani-tha-sr-srs.htm (213 words)

	Surat Thani Adventure Travel - Surat-Thani Travel Guide (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Surat Thani is believed to have been an important center of the Sumatra-based Srivijaya Empire in the 9th and 10th centuries.
		Surat is the main jumping-off point for the eastern islands, Koh Samui, Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Tao as well as the navigable jungles of Khao Sok National Park and nearby Wat Suan Mohkk, a forest monastery that holds monthly meditation retreats for Thais and foreigners.
		Surat is known for its oysters, farmed in Ka Dae and the Tha Thanong Estuary (30km/18 miles south of town) where more than 6,475 hectares (16,000 acres) are devoted to aquaculture.
	away.com /destination-overview/Surat-Thani-329740-travel-guide.html (393 words)

	Thailand tourist information guide for Koh Samui & Surat Thani.
		from Bangkok to Surat Thani; by rail, 651 km.
		from Bangkok to Surat Thani or Koh Samui.
		Bordering the gulf of Thailand, Surat Thani is the largest province in the South with an area of 12,890 km² and a population of 831,378 (end of 1995).
	www.fortunecity.com /oasis/atlantis/506/kosamui (496 words)

	Surroundings, Surat Thani
		Thailand > Surat Thani > South Thailand > Surat Thani
		The journey between Ta Kuapa on the other side of the peninsula on Lake Andamanen and Surat Thani is through some of the most beautiful scenery in Thailand.
		There are also a number of attractions outside the town of Surat Thani.
	www.planetware.com /surat-thani/surroundings-tha-sr-srss.htm (96 words)

	Surat Thani, Thailand - Parks in Surat Thani pictures on Worldisround
		I was surprised that there were not much writings on Surat Thani even though it covers the largest area in Southern Thailand.
		The stop over or jetty to Koh Samui is only at the gate of Surat Thani and most of the people have yet to actually enter the entrance of Surat Thani.
		What I would like to say is that Surat Thani is an unexplored region and I surely did not regret making this trip especially with the wonderful people of AsiaExplorers.
	www.worldisround.com /articles/27518/text.html (376 words)

	Surat Thani (Suratthani) Hotels : Thailand Hotel Reservation @ thaihotels.com
		0 hotels, resorts, guesthouses and other accommodation options in Surat Thani can currently be booked through our site at great discounts (up to 75% off published room rates with advance pre-payment).
		Please note: Star ratings for hotels in Thailand have to be taken with a grain of salt, as there is not established rating system yet in Thailand.
		Accommodation suppliers please send an e-mail to update@thaihotels.com if property information should be updated or to get listed on this web site.
	www.thaihotels.com /surat_thani (232 words)

	AsiaExplorers \| Thailand > SURAT THANI 2003 > Travelogue
		It afforded a marvellous view of Surat Thani, right to the sea.
		We spent more time with the oysters than we should, so by the time we arrived at Surat Thani town, it was pretty late.
		I want to thank all the participants for giving me such a good time at Surat Thani, and especially to Mr Loo for taking us there.
	aesuratthani.tripod.com /travelogue.htm (2866 words)

	Amazing Thailand - Surat Thani Getting there and Around
		Surat Thani is a busy commercial centre and port dealing in coconut and rubber, and is located 670km from Bangkok.
		For most people Surat Thani will be a stopping off point before boarding the ferry to Koh Samui, or travelling further south.
		Trains depart from Hua Lampong Station in Bangkok several times per day and take about 12 to 13 hours to reach Phun Pin Station, which is 14km from Surat Thani.
	www.amazing-thailand.com /Surat.html (202 words)

	Surat Thani Hotels Thailand - Discount Surathani Hotel Rates (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Located at one of the most suitable sites in southern Thailand, Surat Thani Province boasts many interesting destinations both onshore and offshore.
		The Khao Sok National Park and Chieo Lan Dam in Surat Thani reflect the fertility of tropical forests.
		Moreover, Surat Thani is the only place in the world that has opened a monkey training school.
	www.asia-discovery.com /Thailand/surat-thani (247 words)

	Surat Thani, Southern Region of Thailand (Isaan)
		Geographic characteristics of Surat Thani are high plateaus and mountains covered with valuable wood forest to the west and low basins in the central and eastern seashore area.
		Ko Samui is Surat Thani's major tourist attraction.
		The first rambutan tree was plated in Surat Thani in 1926.
	www.thaiwebsites.com /provinces/suratthani.htm (818 words)

	Surat Thani
		So we decided to skip Sri Racha and continue onto our next destination which was Surat Thani.
		The benchs are hard, your knees are right again the knees of the person across from you and if it's an overnight-ride the aisle is probably full of people sleeping on newspapers.
		We killed a few days in Surat Thani before splitting up for a while.
	www.longdays.com /thailand/suratthani.htm (157 words)

	Hotels in Surat Thani Thailand - Discount and Current Rates for Surat Thani Thailand Hotels - Surat Thani Hotels
		Please select the Surat Thani Thailand hotel below to view the hotel information and room rates at the selected location.
		Choose Hotels in Downtown Surat Thani or the surrounding area and Nearby Cities.
		Whether it is a Business trip, a family vacation, you will find accommodations to fit any budget at our Surat Thani Thailand Hotel Guide.
	www.onetravelsource.com /guide_hotels/TH/_/Surat_Thani (172 words)

	Surat Thani Travel Blogs \| Surat Thani Guide \| Surat Thani Review
		Plan a trip to Surat Thani with insights and recommendations from real travelers like you.
		By: Caroline in Asia on a trip to: Surat Thani, Surat Thani
		After getting off the ferry from the island in Surat Thani we realized we couldn't get to Krabi because the buses had stopped running.
	realtravel.com /surat_thani-surat_thani-reviews-hotels-d1299018.html (361 words)

	Surat Thani hotels, Thailand hotel, resorts and accommodation guide
		Surat Thani hotels, Thailand hotel, resorts and accommodation guide
		Surat Thani is southern Thailand's largest province, covers some
		Surat Thani boasts some of Thailand's loveliest islands namely the Penang-sized Ko Samui, Thailand's third largest island, palm-fringed jewel of a sparkling archipelago that includes the stunning 250-square-kilometre Ang Thong Marine National Park.
	www.resorthotel.net /thailand/surat_thani (640 words)

	Backpack Thailand \| Surat Thani - Attractions
		From the top of Khao Tha Pet you can get a bird's eyes view of Surat Thani township area.
		In Chaiya District just north of Surat Thani town, this ancient pagoda houses Lord Buddha relics.
		The structure is believed to have been constructed during the Sivichaya period over 1,200 years ago.
	www.backpackthailand.com /south/suratthani/see.htm (273 words)

	Surat Thani Hotels: Find and Compare Hotel Room Rates for Surat Thani Hotels (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Surat Thani Hotels: Find and Compare Hotel Room Rates for Surat Thani Hotels
		Show Big Surat Thani Map Surat Thani Map Pin Location: Surat Thani (city center)
		Muang Samui Spa and Resort is idylically located on the white sands of Chaweng Beach.
	www.kayak.com /h/destinations/info/TH/Surat_Thani (239 words)

	Surat Thani Airport - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Surat Thani Airport (IATA: URT, ICAO: VTSB) is in Phunphin district, Surat Thani province, Thailand.
		On December 11, 1998 a Thai Airways International A310-200 (HS-TIA), bound for Surat Thani from Bangkok, was making its third landing attempt during a heavy rain and crashed into a rice paddy about 2 miles (3 km) from the airport; 102 of 143 passengers and crew aboard were killed.
		Surat Thani Airport at Thaiflyingclub.com - includes pictures
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Surat_Thani_Airport (149 words)

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