Ko Kret

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Ko Kret was created when a canel was digged in 1722 during the Ayutthaya period. Mon people settled on the island since then. You can experience lifestyle of the local Mon as well as Ayutthaya’s arts and architectures.

Location

Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, in the Chao Phraya River

Direction

By car: In Pak Kret, take ferryboat to Ko Kret at Sanam Nua Pier or Wat Klang Kret Pier
By boat: Chao Phraya Express, depart from Maharaj Pier every Sun.
Mitr Chao Phraya Express Boat, departs from Tha Chang Wang Luang every Saturday and Sunday

Highlights

Mon-style pagoda of Wat Poramai Yikawas (Wat Pak Ao)
Many chapels and temples of the Ayutthaya period, Wat Sao Thong , Wat Chim Phli, Wat Phai Lom
Kwan A-Man, the earthenware museum
Khlong Khanom Wan, where you can see local people, selling traditional Thai home-made sweets

Activities

Go biking, the best transportation option on the Island
Cruise around Ko Kret to Khlong Khanom Wan from Wat Poramai Yikawas Pier
Shop souvenirs and enjoy demonstrations on how to make Thai desserts at Khlong Khanom Wan

Fee

Boat cruise: 40 baht/person
Private boat rental fee: 350-3,000 baht

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