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Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

Nakhon Si Thammarat, the second largest province of the South and the land of predominant Buddhism during the Srivijaya Period, is 780 kms. from Bangkok. It occupies an area of 9,942 square Kilometers consisting of high plateau and mountains in the west then sloping down towards the east and becoming a basin along the coastline of the Gulf of Thailand. In addition to its great history, Nakhon Si Thammarat boasts pristine verdant jungles abundant with luxuriant vegetation and is also noted for picturesque beaches and beautiful waterfalls.

Nakhon Si Thammarat is administratively divided into 21 districts and 2 sub-districts: Amphoe Muang Nakhon Si Thammarat, Amphoe Bang Khan, Amphoe Chalome, Phra Kiat, Amphoe Cha-uat, Amphoe Chawang, Amphoe Chian Yai, Amphoe Chulabhorn, Amphoe Hua Sai, Amphoe Khanom, Amphoe Lan Saka, Amphoe Na Bon, Amphoe Pak Phanang, Amophoe Phipun, Amphoe Phra Phrom, Amphoe Phrommakhiri, Amphoe Ron Phibun, Amphoe Sichon, Amphoe Tha Sala, Amphoe Tham Phannara, Amphoe Thung Song, Amphoe Thung Yai King Amphoe Chang Kland, and King Amphoe Nop Phitam.

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City Pillar Shrine

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LOCATION: Amphoe Mueang District in Nakhon Si Thammarat

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Wat Phra Mahathat

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This was originally an old monastery of Nakhon Si Thammarat. Situated in the heart of the city, it is believed

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Old City Wall

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LOCATION: Amphoe Mueang District in Nakhon Si Thammarat

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Chedi Yak

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This giant pagoda near the Municipal Office was built in 1003 by a wealthy Mon and his followers. Its size

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Ho Phra Buddha Sihing

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The Shrine of Phra Buddha Sihing Image revered by all Buddhists is located near the City Hall. The image is

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Giant Swing

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Located in the heart of the city on Ratchadamnoen Road. The current structure is a replica of the Giant Swing

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Ho Phra Isuan

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Ho Phra Isuan and Ho Phra Narai Both shrines represent the glory of the Brahman religion. Ancient idols of Hindu

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Sa Lang Dap

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According to history, this is the pond where the slaughterer washed his sword after slaughtering Sri Praj, a great poet

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Sala Pradu Hok

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This is an old pavilion built outside the city wall to accommodate any traveller who could not get into the

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Ban Nang Talung Suchart Subsin

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Mr. Suchart Subsin has become well known as a shadow puppet performer and maker, and has obtained many national awards

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National Museum

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Located in the west part of the town on Ratchadamnoen Road, the museum houses various artifacts including the kettle drum

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Hat Khanom

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This is located 1.5 kms. from Amphoe Khanom; approximately 100 kms. north of the provincial capital. It actually consists of

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Tham Khao Wang Thong

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This is a beautiful cave in Amphoe Khanom. A left turn is made before the district for another 6 kms.

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Hat Sichon

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Hat Sichon and Hat Hin Ngam Two scenic beaches with different features are located in Amphoe Sichon, 66 kms. north

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Khao Kha Archaeological Site

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Khao Kha is a small hill in Tambon Sao Phao, Amphoe Sichon where a 1,500 – year old city has

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Laem Talumphuk

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The long sandy cape jutting out into the Gulf of Thailand is located in the area of Amphoe Pak Phanang,

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Khao Luang National Park

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Covering an area of 570 square kilometres in 5 districts, Amphoe Muang, lan Saka, Phrommakhiri, Chawang and Phipun, the park

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Mu Ban Khiriwong

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The village at the foot of Khao Luang and the base for an expedition to the mountain is located some

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Namtok Yong National Park

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The park is accessible by Highway No. 403 (Nakhon Si Thammarat-Thung Song route). In its virgin forest, there are some

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Hat Hin Ngam

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Hat Hin Ngam has a unique characteristic in that it is littered with round rocks of various striking colors, hence

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