Surat Thani: Known in Thai as ‘City of Good People’, Surat Thani was once the seat of the ancient Srivijaya Empire. Today, this typical Thai town is a busy transport hub moving cargo and people around the country. Travelers rarely linger here as they make their way to the popular islands of Koh Samui, Ko Pha-Ngan and Koh Tao, but it's a great stop if you enjoy real Thai working cities, good southern style street food and nosing around colorful Chinese temples and Chinese shop fronts.
