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Although officially located in Nonthaburi Province, Koh Kret is reasonably accessible from Bangkok. An island in the middle of the Chao Phraya River, Koh Kret was founded in the Thonburi era and is home to ethnic Mons who for centuries have retained a distinct identity in their flavor of Buddhism and, particularly at Ko Kret, their pottery. Visitors can attend demonstrations of craftsmen’s skills at the island’s earthenware museum. The island is also famed for its Thai desserts (‘Khanom’) and houses a number of Mon style temples. Tourism to the island is limited and a result of the pottery made there making Koh Kret a good example of a traditional culture and life.
The best way to get to Koh Kret is by Express Boat which goes directly to the island on Saturdays and Sundays. Many tours also stop there. If going by car, park at Sanam Nua pier and take the short ferry ride over.
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