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Wat Phra Prange and Ancient Kilns |
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This ancient site is located in Tambon Choeng Klat,
Amphoe Bang Rachan 17 km west of the the town. The temple
contains an old pagoda of the Lop Buri style assumed to
have been constructed during the reign of King Naria the
Great The pagoda measures 15 metres high and has some Buddha
images at its base. Not far from the pagoda, 3-4 ruined
ancient kilns have been discovered. They were used for firing
earthenware during the Ayutthaya period. The kilns were
relatively large and once produced jars, bowls, mortars,
pots, gable tops, and floor tiles.
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