Dugong, Theptaro wood, a very cute souvenir, Trang Province

Trang, Dugong, Theptaro wood, Trang Province, sells well, orders are pouring in, locals are proud to help create jobs and bring fame to the province. Theptaro Wood Product Group, Village No. 1, Khao Kop Subdistrict, Huai Yot District, Trang Province, 20 members are working hard to produce products carved from Theptaro wood, a famous sacred wood of the province, to be delivered to customers, especially the carved dugong. Mr. Suphap Phonkan, President of the Trang OTOP Group, Theptaro Khao Kob Branch, said that there have been continuous orders, especially orders for Theptaro wood carved into dugongs, a symbol of the Trang sea, to be used as souvenirs. There were almost 8,000 orders within July, which made the villagers and group members feel proud. The Dugong symbol represents Trang Province and is made from the auspicious wood Theptaro wood, suitable for giving as an auspicious souvenir. The popular size that customers have ordered is 10 centimeters high with a base attached with felt, packed in a beautifu l box. Every step of the production process is done by hand, requiring meticulousness and patience. The price per piece is 180 baht and up. If anyone is interested in ordering a special design or ordering, call 095-4181463, 083-7574321. Theptaro wood, sometimes called 'Chuang' or 'Chuang Hom', is a fragrant wood that has been mentioned since ancient times. Southern people call it 'Theptaro', a fragrant wood that has been used in religious ceremonies since the Sukhothai period, as a fragrant substance, such as 'Worship of the Chakra Ratana', as appears in Traibhum Phra Ruang, 1888 B.E. Source: Thai News Agency