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A large raft in the middle of the sea, the backdrop is a strangely shaped cloud. The large sun is rising above the water's edge, floating into the sky, and shining the first light of dawn. It is a photograph that we have seen and liked very much. We want to experience the atmosphere like the photograph we saw. Therefore, it is the origin of the trip to visit this place "Pakpra, Phatthalung".

After doing some research, we found out that this wasn't the sea, but rather a large and important canal in Phatthalung province. Located in Ban Pak Pra, Khuan Khanun district, the Pak Pra Canal is where various rivers converge before flowing into the lagoon. As such, the Pak Pra Canal acts as a river mouth and is a gathering place for various aquatic animals, making it a local fishing ground. The villagers of Pak Pra fish using traditional methods, and what caught our eye was the "giant yo" or large-scale yo, a unique sight found only in Thailand. This is what makes this place so charming and unique.

We traveled to Phatthalung after the recent Songkran festival. We flew to Hat Yai Airport to pick up a friend there. Actually, landing at Trang Airport would have been closer. It takes about 2 hours to travel from Hat Yai to Phatthalung. Our first destination was the "Saphan Chalermprakiet 80th Anniversary Bridge, December 5, 2550".

The 80th Anniversary Chalermphrakiat Bridge, December 5, 2007, connects the two provinces along the Thale Noi Sea, Khuan Khanun District, Phatthalung Province, and Thale Luang, Ranot District, Songkhla Province. The bridge is over 8 kilometers long, making it the longest bridge in Thailand.

The 80th Anniversary Bridge, December 5, 2007, Khuan Khanun District, Phatthalung Province, is still one of the 24 tourist attractions included in the "He said..." tourism promotion campaign of TAT in 2016. The concept is that every place in Thailand has many stories waiting to be seen and experienced. The 80th Anniversary Bridge, he said... is a "bridge of happiness". Along the way, there is a vast lake and abundant nature. There are many kinds of birds, buffaloes playing in the water, and fresh air. Just passing through this route, the tired knowledge becomes the power of happiness. We have come to prove it. It is really as he said. I would like you to try it yourself. Is it the same?

The Chalermphrakiat 80th Anniversary Bridge, also known as the 5th December 2550 Bridge, has a dedicated lane for cyclists. Riding a bike along this route would be a truly enjoyable experience.

The abandoned red-roofed twin house in the lake beside the Chalermprakiet Bridge was originally built as temporary accommodation during the construction of the bridge. When the bridge was completed, the provincial authorities decided that it fit in with the atmosphere of the place, so it was not demolished. Anyone passing by the Chalermprakiet Bridge often stops to take pictures, making it a symbol of the bridge as well.

We originally intended to stay and take pictures of the sunset here, but due to limited time and to allow for check-in time, we had to leave. From the Saphan Chalermprakiet Bridge, we continued on to "Talenoy", which is not far away.

"Talay Noi" or Talay Noi Waterbird Park, the highlight here is the red lotus sea. You can take a boat ride or climb the observation tower to see it. We arrived in the evening when the lotus flowers were closed, so we walked around and climbed to the viewpoint.

From the top of this observation tower, the view stretches as far as the eye can see. It's incredibly beautiful, and the structures, including the buildings, bridges, and observation tower, blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. It's truly breathtaking.

Before the sun sets, we travel to our accommodation for tonight, "Lungsanan Homestay Pakpra". We chose to stay here because we knew it from various reviews and saw it on the ThaiPBS channel's "Travel Thailand Not Outdated" program. It's a lovely homestay with friendly and welcoming owners, like visiting a relative's house. Uncle Sanan, the owner, also acts as a guide, explaining various stories to us and taking us on a boat trip tomorrow.

The simple accommodation and food, the friendliness and kindness of the uncle and aunt who own the homestay made us feel like we were really visiting relatives' homes. We were very happy to stay here. Although there are no complete amenities like in resorts and hotels, the uncle's homestay is built and extended according to local wisdom. It is unique and unlike any other.

Uncle Sanan, who has a master's degree in tourism and has been running this homestay for over thirty years, is now 73 years old. He is explaining the route we will take on our boat trip tomorrow and telling us about the history of Phatthalung.

5:30 AM, we woke up to go on a boat trip. Our uncle prepared breakfast for us. The highlight of our trip was to take pictures of the giant fishing nets with the first light of the day. It took about 2 minutes by boat from the pier to reach the spot. The first thing we saw with our own eyes was the vastness of the Pak Pra Canal, the water's edge meeting the horizon, filled with giant fishing nets. The sky before sunrise was so beautiful, truly living up to its name as a photographer's paradise.

As we waited for the sunrise, Uncle Sanan asked us to observe the clouds and imagine what they looked like. He said he saw characters from the shadow puppet show, Ai Teng and Ai Nui. We looked at them and they really did look like them. It was a beautiful group of clouds that kept changing shape, making it possible to imagine many things. It was a lot of fun.

Before sunrise, we still had some time, so we asked the boatman to take us to see the Lamphu tree, which was nearby. The Lamphu tree in the middle of the water here is becoming popular with photographers because of its unusual appearance, as if it were in the middle of the sea. It's the only place like this. My uncle told me I had to take a picture of it.

There are both single and double trees, which are very strange and beautiful. The Lamphu tree that you see is near the shore, but when you take a picture from the shore, it looks like it is in the middle of the water.

We then returned to the group of yo to wait for the opportunity to take pictures of the yo catching the sunrise. While waiting to watch the sunrise, we saw the way of life of local fishermen. The uncle told us that with the wisdom of the villagers, they can make large yo and lift large yo that are very heavy, even with only one person. The housewives will come to lift the yo to collect fish, while the husbands go to work on other things. They help each other to make a living. Each house will make its own yo.

It is a wisdom and way of life that has been around for a long time and is still preserved. Even though there are many technologies available today, these traditional ways are still the charm and maintain the balance of nature.

My uncle said today was a lucky day. The sky was clear and beautiful, but we still missed some good angles. We'll definitely have to come back again. After the sun came up, we continued our boat trip according to Uncle Sornan's program, 2 Le 4 Klong 2 Pa Pru. Khlong Pak Pra connects to the Talay Noi, so you can take a boat from here.

The landmass in the lake is like a floating raft, beautifully strange. There are many kinds of birds. Usually there are buffaloes grazing here, but today we didn't see any. My uncle stopped the boat and let us walk around on top.

The boat route passes under the Chalermprakiet Bridge, where we stopped to take photos yesterday.

During the boat trip, we got to see the nature and way of life. Uncle Sanan cast his net for us to take pictures. He didn't ask for it, but he wanted to do it. He was so cute.

Uncle has medicine for hangover, dizziness, pain, and fatigue ready for the crew, but this time we didn't use it. Uncle used it himself because he had back pain after casting the net a while ago ^^

We didn't see any water buffalo today, but we did see some buffalo grazing in the distance. Uncle stopped for us to take pictures and we bought some fresh catfish from the villagers who were fishing.

We sailed along the river, enjoying the birds and nature, until we reached the Samat Swamp Forest. Uncle said we would stop for breakfast here.

The uncle used lotus leaves instead of containers to hold food, which was very harmonious with nature.

If you need to use the restroom, Uncle will provide a natural toilet. The swamp forest has buffaloes resting on it. The marks on the trees are from the buffaloes rubbing against them because they are itchy. ^^

After breakfast, we continued our journey to Talay Noi.

The uncle said that there are a lot of birds around this time because they are migrating from Siberia to escape the cold. They come here to feed, find mates, and lay eggs. When the season is over, some fly back, while others stay here.

Due to its diverse ecosystem, various bird species, and abundant natural resources worth preserving, the Thale Noi Peat Swamp Forest is the first Ramsar site in Thailand.

We boarded the boat at 5:30 am and arrived at the Red Lotus Sea viewpoint in Thale Noi almost at nine in the morning. It was a long boat ride, but it was worth it and very impressive. We cruised through the canals back to our accommodation, passing through the cool and refreshing swamp forest.

9.30 a.m. The 4-hour boat trip was completed. It was a very enjoyable and worthwhile boat trip. The homestay accommodation at Uncle Sanan's cost 550 baht per person, including 3 meals. The boat rental fee was 1,500 baht. The boat trip took us to see 2 lakes, 4 canals, and 2 mangrove forests. We left at 5:30 a.m. and returned to the accommodation at around 10 a.m.

If you like to eat anything, just call your uncle. Your uncle will arrange it for you. Your uncle will also arrange it as a trip package. Travel from Trang. You can call to inquire about the price, it's not expensive. It's definitely worth it.

Homestay phone number 081-7388271

The homestay page has kind people who helped the uncle. They also made Google coordinates for him.

https://www.facebook.com/homestaysananbanpakpra/?fref=nf

Uncle Sanan will take you to all the beautiful places that are perfect for nature lovers or photography enthusiasts. You're guaranteed to come back with amazing photos and learn interesting facts that you might not find in textbooks.

Summary of expenses

Round-trip airfare 800 baht

Car rental 1 day 700/2

Oil 600

Accommodation Food 550

Shipping cost 1500/2

Farewell with this picture. It was more than just a trip. In addition to having fun, I also felt like I gained new relatives. Thank you for the kindness of your uncles and aunts. It was a warm and friendly trip. I will definitely go back again if I have the chance.

Phatthalung, a city rich in natural resources, where we went was just a part of Phatthalung. There are many other places waiting for you to experience. Come out and travel, and you will fall in love with Thailand.

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