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Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument |
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The Monument of Krommaluang Prachaksinlapakhom
This Monument is located in the heart of Udon Thani city. Born in 1856
as a son of King Rama IV (Phrabat Somdet Phra Chomklaochaoyuhua) and
the King’s Consort Sangwan (Chao Chom Manda Sangwan), Major General
Prince Prachaksinlapakhom (Phon Tri Phra Chao Borommawongthoe
Krommaluang Prachaksinlapakhom), as a regent to King Rama V, ruled the
Northern Circle (later called the “Udon Circle”) during 1893 – 1899. As
the founder of Udon town in 1893, he set out the civil administration
order and served important official duties for the public benefits. The
Monument symbolizes the highest tribute paid to the prince by the
people of Udon Thani and the ceremony to worship him is held on 18
January every year.
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