Koh Kret, often spelled “Koh Kred,” is a unique island located in the Chao Phraya River, just north of Bangkok, Thailand. The tiny island covers an area of approximately 3.2 square kilometers (about 1.2 square miles).
Known for its traditional Mon culture and beautiful pottery, this island is an interesting, off-the-beaten track place to visit in Bangkok.
History
This island, of manmade origins, was crafted through the excavation of a canal nestled between two meanders of the Chao Phraya River.
The majority of its inhabitants trace their lineage back to the Mon hill tribe, a minority group that was granted permission to relocate and establish their homes there during the reign of King Taksin in the aftermath of Ayutthaya’s fall.
A subsequent wave of Mon migrants arrived during the rule of King Rama II.
The Mon people, known for their craftsmanship, brought their pottery-making skills…
