Koh Chang, White Sand Beach

Koh Chang National Park, commonly known as Koh Chang, is located in Laem Ngop District, Trat Province, which is in the eastern border region of Thailand. Koh Chang is the largest island in the Gulf of Thailand and the second largest in the country after Phuket, covering an area of 268,125 rai. The arrangement of over 52 islands resembles a herd of elephants walking in a line, which is why it is called Koh Chang (Elephant Island). The island's terrain is mostly mountainous with complex rock formations, and its highest peak is Khao Salak Phet. Koh Chang also boasts rich forest areas, and due to its predominantly evergreen forest, there are many waterfalls on the island. Koh Chang is the largest island in the Koh Chang archipelago and among the 66 islands in the province. It is the second largest island in Thailand after Phuket, with an area of approximately 212 square kilometers (just Koh Chang itself). The island's terrain is mostly mountainous with complex rock formations, and the forest is generally lush. There are many waterfalls on the island, and the beautiful beaches and coral reefs on the west side make it a major tourist destination in Thailand.