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Prachin Buri

Prachin Buri used to be a very prosperous town with beautiful waterfalls and canals which are very popular among nature adventurers.

In the old days, Prachin Buri had a long history of civilization of about 800 years ago, since the Dvaravati period. The ruined town of Muang Si Mahosot at Tambon Khokpip, Amphoe Mahosot was discovered. At Ban Khok Kwang, Amphoe Si Mahosot, east to Mueang Si Mahosot, there was an ancient community at the same period as Muang Si Mahosot.

Through the traces of the ancient towns, there were discoveries of historical venues that were used for religious purposes and historic materials such as Buddha images, earthenwares, and pottery. It was also recorded that the center of civilization has been moved to the present coast of the Bang Pakong River. There were many administration alterations, from town to Monthon, and Changwat (Province) at present.


Geographical Location

In general, Prachin Buri has plain areas and highlands. There are hills and mountains in the north adjacent to Dong Phaya Yen Mountain ranges. In the south and east, there are plains and forests. Low-lying plains suitable for agriculture are in the west of the province

Climate

Prachin Buri has an alternative climate of both dry and damp. Tropical rain in the southeast monsoon season causes damp and rain throughout the season. Northwestern wind in cool season causes dryness. There are 3 different seasons: rainy, during June October ; cool, during November - February; and dry, during March - May. The average temperature of the year is approximately 27 - 30 degree Celsius or 83 - 88 degrees Fahrenheit.



[ Borders ]
North : Nakhon Ratchasima
South : Chachoengsao
East : Sakaeo
West : Nakhon Nayok

From Prachinburi city of nearby Provinces

Chachoengsao 76 kms.
Sakaeo 98 kms.
Nakhon Nayok 29 kms.

From Prachinburi city to its districts

Ban Sang 20 kms.
Si Maha Phot 21 kms.
Si Mahosot 20 kms.
Prachantakham 30 kms.
Kabin Buri 60 kms.

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