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Phetchaburi
Phetchaburi, locally known by Thais as Muang Phetch, is located 160 kilometers south of Bangkok. One of Thailands central region provinces, Phetchaburi is situated on the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand with an overall area of approximately 6,225 square kilometers. Its terrains throughout the western border, where Tanaosri Range lies as a natural border between Thailand and Myanmar, are mountainous dense jungles. In the east, there is an 80-kilometer long coastline towards the Gulf of Thailand.
A very old city which used to be an important royal fort town, Phetchaburi had been given several names such as, Phripphri, Phripphli or Phetchaphli. Some historians have gone as far as to say that Phetchaburi could have been named in Indian style, as the Indian influence in those days day was strong. Others put forward the idea that the name Phetchaburi might have originated from Maenam Phetch the most important river of the town.
Whatever the assumptions are, the fact that Phetchaburi is an ancient city with a very long history is undeniable. This has been proven by many archaeological findings which could be dated back to the Dvaravati Period.
During Sukhothai and Ayutthaya Kingdoms, Phetchaburi was a strategic royal fort in the west. Only a lineage of Kings had the rights to rule this historical city. That is why Phetchaburi has been called by some scholars as the "Living Ayutthaya" as the town shares many similar things to the City of Ayutthaya. The prosperity of the Ayutthaya Kingdom can be seen and appreciated in Phetchaburi's wealth of fine old temples.
In the Rattanakosin Era, Phetchaburi has changed its character to a town of charming beauty, with peaceful seaside resorts and superb natural reserves. The three Kings of the Rattanakosin Period, King Rama IV, V, and VI established their retreats here. They built the three palaces namely Phranakhonkhiri, Phraramrajanivet, Phrarajnivesmarugadayawan in Phetchaburi thus, Phetchaburi is also known as Muang Sam Wang (the city of the three Palaces). The province is also well known for its splendid historical park, ancient temples, wonderful beaches and caves, as well as a great variety of local and fresh seafood. Phetchaburi also has a popular resort town, Cha-am which is the premier beach resort in the province.
The majority of the local residents are engaged in agricultural activities including rice farming, upland crop farming, fruit farming, palm sugar production, animal husbandry and sea and fresh water fisheries.
There are three important Maenam in Phetchaburi including "Maenam Phetchaburi with an overall length of 227 kilometers, "Maenam Bang Kloy", with an overall length of 44 kilometers, and "Maenam Bang Tabun", with an overall length of 18 kilometers.
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| Destinations in "Ban Laem" district - Phetchaburi province - Thailand |
Hat Laem Luang - Ban Laem - Phetchaburi
This white sandy beach, which stretches for 2 kilometers, is located 4 kilometers north of Hat Chao ....
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Wat Khao Takhrao - Ban Laem - Phetchaburi
The temple, which is located at Ban Laem District, 12 kilometers from Phetchaburi City, houses a hig ....
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| Destinations in "Cha-am" district - Phetchaburi province - Thailand |
Hat Cha-am - Cha-am - Phetchaburi
The premier beach resort of Phetchaburi, Hat Cha-am is just as beautiful as the neighborin ....
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Maruekhathaiyawan Palace - Cha-am - Phetchaburi
The summer seaside palace, often referred to as "the palace of love and hope is located midway betwe ....
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| Destinations in "Kaeng Krachan" district - Phetchaburi province - Thailand |
Kaeng Krachan National Park - Kaeng Krachan - Phetchaburi
The most extensive national park of Thailand, occupying a largely unexplored area of 2,915 square ki ....
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Rafting along the Phetchaburi River - Kaeng Krachan - Phetchaburi
The trip takes approximately 5-6 hours to complete, depending on the current. The route passes lush ....
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| Destinations in "Khao Yoi" district - Phetchaburi province - Thailand |
BRG Adventure Park - Khao Yoi - Phetchaburi
BRG Adventure Park at Khao Yoi offers challenging sport activities including sliding, crossing a Tyr ....
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Lao Song (Thai Song Dam) Tribal Villages - Khao Yoi - Phetchaburi
The descendents of Lao Song, whose ancestors have migrated from Laos, live in the villages ....
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Tham Khao Yoi - Khao Yoi - Phetchaburi
This cave is located on the hill, which is clearly visible from Highway No.4, behind the railway sta ....
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Wat Kuti - Khao Yoi - Phetchaburi
The temple is located at Bang Khem sub-district, north of Khao Yoi District. It houses a Bot or a ri ....
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| Destinations in "Mueang" district - Phetchaburi province - Thailand |
Khao Bandai It - Mueang - Phetchaburi
Situated 2 kilometers south of Khao Wang is the site of an ancient temple of the Ayutthaya Period Wa ....
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Phra Ram Ratchaniwet - Mueang - Phetchaburi
Originally called "Wang Ban Pun", the European style palace is situated to the south of the town. Th ....
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Tham Khao Luang - Mueang - Phetchaburi
The cave is located approximately five kilometers from Khao Wang. Smaller in size, the cave is regar ....
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Wat Kamphaeng Laeng - Mueang - Phetchaburi
This monastery was originally a Khmer place of worship constructed in accordance with Bhramanism. Or ....
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| Destinations in "Tha Yang" district - Phetchaburi province - Thailand |
Hat Chao Samran - Tha Yang - Phetchaburi
This beach, which is located approximately 15 kilometers from Phetchaburi Market, has a history that ....
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Hat Puek Tian - Tha Yang - Phetchaburi
This wide and long beach is popular among local tourists. It is 7 kilometers south of Hat Chao Samra ....
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