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These rapids are in the Sai Yai River, which originates
in Khao Yai National Park in Amphoe Na Di. There is a strong
whirlpool that requires quite an effort by skilful oarsmen
to clear the hazard. The trip takes one hour through the
rapids before running into smooth water about 2 hours towards
the end of the journey. Raft riding is possible here during
the rainy season from June to October.
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This is a grand waterfall in Khao Yai National Park and
can be reached by a 2-km. trekking trail. The sharp cut
of the high cliff is a pathway of tremendous water during
the rainy season and offers the exciting scenes when looking
at it.
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This park is in the vicinity of Amphoe Na Di on Highway
No. 304, about 30 kms. beyond the Kabin Buri intersection.
It was established as a national park on 23 December, 1981.
occupying an approximate area of 2,240 square kilometres.
The plants mostly found are of the palm family.
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These large rapids in Khlong Prachantakham is located 30
kms. from the town. It takes one hour going by boat to these
rapids, locally called by Prachantakam inhabitants "Takhro
Waterfall".
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The branch road that leads to these falls is located at
Khon Khwang, Tambon Dong Khi Lek, at Km. 166 or 15 kms.
from Prachin Buri via a journey of 4 kms. through a branching
road. In the area of this waterfall one can view beautiful
mountainous and jungle scenery.
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These falls are 12 kms. from the town by way of a road leading
to a three-way intersection at the main highway. After making
a right turn, it is 2 kms. to the waterfall. This is a famous
natural tourist attraction of Prachin Buri comprising of
a main stream that passes through rapids at many levels.
However, there is water only during the rainy season and
at the beginning of the cool season.
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The monument, in the playground of Lai Phrahat School,
Amphoe Si Maha Pho, is a stone slab inscribed with the royal
handwriting of King Rama V who made a visit in 1908. It
is now regarded as an important place of worship in Prachin
Buri.
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A Pair of Lord Buddha's Footprints at Sa Morakot is Iocated in
Amphoe Si Mahosot, some 23 kms. south of Prachin Buri on
Highway No.319 Lord Buddha's Footprint, discovered at the
ancient Sa Morakot ruins in February 1986, are the largest
and oldest footprints ever found in Thailand. They were
carved on the natural laterite floor. Each foot is about
1.30 metres wide and 3.50 metres long and has the Wheel
of Dhamma in the middle of its sole. These footprints were
dated between 13th to 15th centuries B.E. (or 7th to 8th
century A.D)
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This was a large community of the Dvaravati Period
over 1,000 years ago. The town is located 1 km. away from
Amphoe Si Mahosopt along Route No. 3070. Remains of the
town wall and moats, a laterite pond with carvings, and
other architecture are found in the area.
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This is an important temple located in the vicinity
of Amphoe Si Mahosot, 22 kms. south of the town. In the
compound of this monastery lies the largest and oldest Bhodi
tree in the country. The seedling stock of this Bhodi tree
was brought over from Bodhgaya, India. There are various
Buddha images of different attitudes enshrined around the
trunk.
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This is on Highway No. 33 near Chakkrapongse Camp.
The shrine houses a standing statue of King Naresuan the
Great. The background relating to the construction of the
shrine is that King Naresuan once led his army through the
Prachin Buri area to Lawaek Town.
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This is and old building situated in the provincial
hospital. It was constructed in 1909 as a residence of King
Rama V when visiting this town. It is a two-storey European
style building. The front porch is highlighted by a central
dome. The outside walls, doors and windows are covered in
a floral design. It is also a study centre for traditional
Thai medicine and medicinal plants.
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This old important temple is located on the bank of the
Bang Pakong River in the vicinity of the township. The ubosot
houses beautiful mural paintings. The unusual characteristic
of this temple is the combination between the Greek and
Thai arts. The date of construction is unknown.
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Located near the City Hall, this museum displays artifacts
discovered within Prachin Buri and neighbouring towns. It
also exhibits ancient sculptures of various styles and periods
with an aim to educate visitors on Thai art history. Underwater
archaeology in the Gulf of Thailand as well as artifacts
found off the coast of Amphoe Sattahip, Chon Buri are also
on exhibition.
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