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	[ Church of the Virgin Mary ] This is some 4 kms. north of Bang Khonthi district along the route to Bang Nok Khwaek. The catholic church was constructed in 1890 with French Gothic architecture and decorated with stained glass. It is now a place of worship for over 400 Christian families living in this area. [ Khai Bang Kung ] This was once an old navy camp constructed during the late Ayutthaya period. Inside its area, there is an old chapel housing a large stucco Buddha image and mural paintings. Visitors can cross the Mae Klong River by the bridge near the Church of Virgin Mary, then turn left and continue for another 10 kms. [ Don Hoi Lot ] This famous attraction can be reached along Highway No. 35 and a 5 kms. access road on the left. It is a bar of worm shells at the mouth of the Mae Klong River. The shell is plentiful during the dry season (around April to May). There are many restaurants and stalls selling a vast variety of seafood products. [ In-Chan Siamese Twin statue ] This is located in Tambon Lad Yai, far from Samut Songkhram Provincial Hall 4 kms. along Ekachai Road. It is built to Commemorate Siamese Twin named "In-Chan" who were born in this province 180 years ago. In-Chan Siamese Twin statue is not only a place to study its history but also a new tourist attraction.

	[ Wat Amphawan Chetiyaram ] This temple is devoted to the Na Bang Chang family. Originally, this was the house of King Rama II's mother. The chapel as well as the antiques inside the temple include beautiful art work and architecture from the early Rattanakosin period. [ Wat Bang Khae Yai ] Located on the west bank of the Mae Klong River opposite the King Rama II Memorial Park, this temple houses beautiful mural paintings depicting a story about the Thai-Burmese wars. These paintings, completed during the reign of King Rama II, are some of the most important in Thailand. Green, white, red, black, blue and brown colored powder and glue were used. The value of these paintings lies in the skill of the artists and the historical background [ Wat Chulamani ] This is an ancient temple located on the bank of Khlong Amphawa. Behind it is an area which used to be the residence of Somdet Phra Amarintharamat and Somdet Phra Suriyentharamat, the Queens of King Rama I and King Rama II . This temple was constructed by Thao Kaeo Phluk (Noi), Bang Chang Market Control Officer, who established the Na Bang Chang family name during the Ayutthaya era. [ Wat Phet Samut Woravihan ] This temple is located in the town center. People come there to pay homage to "Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem", an old Buddha image enshrined in the chapel. Boats to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market can be hired at the pier near the temple.

	[ Fish Park at Wat Charoen Sukharam Worawihan ] This is 5 kms. north of Amphoe Bang Khonthi. Visitors can enjoy feeding fish, which flock the canal in front of the temple. [ Orchid Farm ] This is 7 kms. from the town on Route NO. 325. Orchids are widely grown in the area,which partly serves as a butterfly garden. Souvenirs and products of Samut Songkhram are on sale. It is open daily from 8.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. [ King Rama II Memorial Park ] This park has been erected to commemorate the "poet king" and patron of the arts who reigned from 1809-1824. It is a riverside garden believed to have been a royal place of birth of King Rama II. A group of typical Thai Houses has been constructed in the middle of the area. It is now used as a museum, which houses a statue of King Rama II and an exhibition of his works. Trees and plants of all species found in Thai literature are grown throughout the area. The park is 5 kms. beyond the town along Route No.325 and 1 km. on the route to Bang Khonthi via Amphawa. Visitors may take a local bus No.333 from the town, which runs along the Bang Mun Nak route. It is open daily from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. [ Tao Tan ] Palm Sugar is a famous quality product of Samut Songkhram. When a coconut tree is about 3-4 years old, its spaces are cut, so that farmers can collect its sweet sap, then they simmer it over a fire until it becomes brown and dry. A place where palm sugar is made is called "Tao Tan" There 5 Tao Tans situated between Km. 30-32 on Route No. 325, that is open to tourists. [ Tha Kha Floating Market ] This is a rendezvous of vendor boats at Tambon Tha Kha, 10 kms. from the town along Route NO. 325 and 5 kms. along an access road. The floating market takes place on the 2nd, 7th, and 12th days of both the waxing and waning moon of the Thai lunar month, and also operates on every Saturday and Sunday from 7.00 a.m. till noon.