Activities PRACHINBURI

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WHITEWATER RAFTING
At Khao Yai National Park, the Kaeng Hin Phoeng in Nadi district of Prachin Buri is a stretch of river noted for its wild beauty. The water is very vigorous During the rainy months (June – October), and some stretches are designated Level 5 , the uppermost limit to whitewater rafting.

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Festival Prachinburi

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	□ May / June Fruit Festival Held in May / June, this festival has a fruit and agricultural produce fair. There are exhibitions and competitions of fruit and vegetables, as well as demonstrations of various agricultural activities. □ September

Accommodation Prachinburi

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I.D.A.House (ไอ ดี เอ เฮ้าส์) - Address :on Highway road (Kabinburi - Khorat) 313 Mu 13 Tambon Na Di , Amphoe Na Di , Prachin Buri Telephone :084 349 1896 No of Room : 17 Room , Price : 200 - 390 Bath

Baan Tha Lay Mhork Resort - Address :268 Mu 4 , Tambon Bu Phram. Amphoe Na Di, Prachin Buri Amphoe Na Di, Prachin Buri Telephone :0 3728 2810-3, 08 6873 1836, 0 2735 4485, 0 2735 4560 Fax : 0 3728 2814 Website : http://www.baantalaymhork.com No of Room : 62 Room , Price : 1400 - 6300 Bath

Kaeng Hin Phoeng Riverside Resort - Address :120 Mu 7 , Tambon Sampanta, near Kaeng Hin Phoeng, Amphoe Na Di, Prachin Buri Telephone :08 1909 6896, 08 9993 4177 No of Room : 19 Room , Price : 1200 - 1500 Bath

Suan Sak Supha Resort - Address :28 Mu 4 , Tambon Saphan Hin, Amphoe Na Di, Prachin Buri Telephone :0 3745 1211, 08 1454 0076, 08 1632 6606, 0 2249 8093-6 Fax : 0 3745 1211 Website : http://www.saksupha.net No of Room : 30 Room , Price : 1500 - 2250 Bath

Suan Nongnooch Prachin Buri Resort Camping - Address :391 Mu 2 ( taking Highway Kabinburi-Khorat 30 mins.) Tambon Thung Pho, Amphoe Na Di, Prachin Buri Telephone :0 3740 1373, 08 6306 2840, 0 2252 6729, 0 2215 1265 Fax : 0 3740 1373 No of Room : 3 Room , Price : 700 - 2500 Bath

Pa-Ngam Mountain Lodge - Address :201 Mu 4 Highway No. 304 Km.48 , Tambon Bu Phram, Amphoe Na Di, Prachin Buri Telephone :0 3728 2797, 0 2424 3476, 0 2433 4884, 0 2883 5161 Fax : 0 3728 2799 No of Room : 36 Room , Price : 1 - 2,500 Bath

Srikabin - Address :128 Mu 8 , Tambon Mueang Kao, Amphoe Kabin Buri, Prachin Buri Telephone :0 3728 1475, 0 3728 2366 No of Room : 60 Room , Price : 200 - 550 Bath

Siri Mongkhon - Address :16-18-20, 106/1, Thetsaban 5 Road (behind Railway Station), Tambon Mueang Kao, Amphoe Kabin Buri, Prachin Buri Telephone :0 3728 1095, 0 3728 1674, 0 3728 1852 No of Room : 65 Room , Price : 160 - 500 Bath

Kabin Inter - Address :100 Mu 12, Tambon Mueang Kao, Amphoe Kabin Buri, Prachin Buri Telephone :03720 2328-9, 0 3728 1450 Fax : 0 3728 1807 No of Room : 20 Room , Price : 500 - 500 Bath

Kabin Hotel - Address :37 Mu 16, Tambon Mueang Kao, Amphoe Kabin Buri, Prachin Buri Telephone :0 3728 1303

How to get there Prachinburi

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Boundary
North Nakhon Ratchasima
South Chachoengsao
East Sa Kaeo
West Nakhon Nayok



By Car

By car: There are many routes from Bangkok.

Using Phahonyothin Highway, to Rangsit, and keep left to use overpass to Highway No.305, parallel to Khlong Rangsit, pass Ongkarak of Nakhon Nayok. Then use Highway No.33 (Nakhon Nayok Prachin Buri), turn right at Samyaek Nong Cha-om at Km.155 to Highway No.319 to Prachin Buri. Total distance is 136 kilometres.
Using Phahonyothin Highway (No.1) to Wang Noi of Ayutthaya, turn right at Km. 90 to Highway No.33 pass Wihan Daeng of Saraburi, and Nakhon Nayok, turn right at Samyaek Nong Cha-om at Km.155 to Highway No.319 to Prachin Buri. Total distance is 164 kilometres.
Using Highway No.304 pass Chacherngsao, Phanom Sarakham, turn to Highway No.319 pass Si Mahosot, to Prachin Buri. The total distance is 158 kilometres.



By Bus

By bus: Regular and air-conditioned buses leave from Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal everyday. For more details, call 0-2936-2852 - 66. There are 2 routes:

Bangkok - Hin Kong - Nakhon Nayok Prachin Buri by 1st class air-conditioned bus No.58, 59, from 05:00 to 21:00 hrs., leaves every 25 minutes. The fare is 85 Baht.
Bangkok - Ongkarak - Nakhon Nayok Prachin Buri by 1st class air-conditioned No.920, 3 times a day, at 05:00, 10:00, and 17:00 hrs. The fare is 75 Baht.



By Train

By rail: There is railway service from Hua Lam Pong Railway Station in Bangkok to Prachin Buri everyday, 7 times at 06:00, 08:05, 09:40, 11:25, 13:10, 15:10, and 17:25 hrs. For more details, contact Travel Service Unit of Sate Railway of Thailand at 1690, 0 2223 7010, 0 2223 7020.

Interesting Prachinburi

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	[ Wat Kaeo Pichit ] Is located on the Bangpakong River 2 kilometers east from the center of Prachinburi The old temple was built in 1879, during the reign of King Rama V. The architectural design is mixed between Thai, Chinese, European, and Khmer. [ Sri Mahasot Ancient City ] Is located at Ban Kokwat, Tambon Kokpeep, Amphoe Sri Mahosot. From Prachinburi, follow Route 319 for approximately 20 kilometers then turn left and follow Route 3070 for 1 kilometer. This large ancient city, covering an area of 700 rai, is surrounded by a moat. The city was erected during the Dvaravati Period, and due to the influence of the Hindu of Brahman religions comprised of places of worship, lignums, and other images as well as water pools. there are 100 sites scattered throughout this city. [ Prachinburi National Museum ] Located behind the Prachinburi Provincial Hall, this place holds a collection of invaluable ancient art from Prachinburi and neighboring provinces. There are displays of ancient artifacts from Sri Mahosot, an ancient city of the Dvaravati Period as well as examples of Lopburi and Khmer art; such as, tools, household utensils, statues, and other forms of art. [ Khao Ito Waterfall ] Is located approximately 12 kilometers from Prachinburi. Follow Route 33 towards Aranyaprathet; then at km.160-161 turn onto a side route and follow for 2 kilometers. The waterfall comprises of a main stream that wet and cool seasons. Surrounding the area of the falls, is natural forest. This is a popular picnicking spot for locals, There are also stalls selling food and beverages. Nearby, there is the Chakrapong Dam also known as the Khao Ito Dam, which is used for storing water. [ Takro Waterfall ] Is located at Mooban 8, Tambon Bufai, approximately 16 Kilometers from Amphoe Prachan-takham. Follow Route 33 to Amphoe Prachantakham then turn onto the route to the falls. From the car park, it is another 500 meters walk to the falls. The water flows quickly over a series of huge rocks along a valley of KhaoYai National Park. The surrounding area is forested, which not only provides a cool and shady atmosphere, but also makes a great place for picnicking. There are white papids especially during the wet season. [ Morakot Historical Park ] This historical site is located at Wat Sramorakot, Tambon Kokthai, Amphoe Sri Mahosot. From Prachinburi, Follow Route 319 for a distance of approximately 23 Kilometers then turn left for approximately 500 meters. This group of ancient ruins were built during the 14th - 18th centuries of the Buddhist Era (7th - 8th centuries A.D. ) Among the ruins, there are Lord Buddha's footprints, which are the largest and oldest in Thailand. Dach footprint is approximately 1.30 meters wide and 3.50 meters long, and has the Wheel of Dharma at the middle of the sole. [ Tarntip Waterfall ] Is located at Moo 10, Tambon Nong Kaeo, 18 Kilometers from Amphoe Prachantakam. From the car park, it is a 500 meters walk to the falls. The water flows over tiers of huge rocks down in deep crystal clear pools that are ideal for swimming. The area is surrounded by natural forest, which is ideal for hiking around the waterfalls. In the area, there are footstalls selling a variety of local food. [ Si Maha Pho tree ] is more than 2,000 years old, and is the oldest and the largest of its kind in Thailand. This holy tree, brought from Phutthakhaya, India, grows in Wat Ton Pho Si Maha Pho. [ Buddhist Historical Site ] at Sa Morakot is a group of large structures which were built on top of the old structures during believed to be the oldest among footprints found in the country. The site is close to Wat Ton Pho. [ Wat Bot ] has three Buddha images lined along the river front, named Phra Mahachinsaiyat. This temple, west of Muang district, is situated in a very peaceful location. [ Kaeng Hin Phoeng ] is a rocky stream which draws a large number of rafters during July and November with strong currents. It is on Highway 304. [ Thap Lan National Park ] covers the country's last natural ton lan forest. The ton lan plant belongs to the same family as palm trees but is rare. Its bright yellow flowers blossom during April-June. The park is on Highway 304. [ Wat Santhi Birds Park ] is a gathering place for numerous types of birds such as Nok (bird) Kwack, Nok Kanam and Nok Krayang bovers should visit this park during July. It is on the road to Wat Bot. But while Wat Bot is to the left side, the park is on the right.

Local product PRACHINBURI

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	Thai Silk products Thai Silk products These favorite souvenirs are on sale at Nanthawan Thai Silk near Wat Bun Koet, Tambon Lat Takhian, Kabin Buri.
	Suea Kok Suea Kok Generally made in Amphoe Ban Sang, especially in Tambon Bang Plara. This special type of mat is made from Kok plant. Besides being a regular mat, it can also be made into fashionable bags.
	Fruits and Agricultural Products Due to the quality of the Prachin Buri fruits and products, tourists to this province will not be disappointed when they are at the market of this city such as Taladt SamYaek Nong Cha-Om and Ban Nong Chuang in Amphoe Mueang.
	Broom Made in Tambon Prachantakham and Pho Ngam, this typical home made broom is one of the most popular local products of this city.
	Bamboo Products Center This center is about 3 kilomenters from King Naresuan the Great Shrine, on the way to Aranyaprathet. At the center, there are various furniture, made from bamboo and other products.
	Bamboo Handicrafts Bamboo Handicrafts Originally made in Tambon Prachantakham and Pho Ngam of Amphoe Prachantakham, these handicrafts are on sale before reaching Prachantakham town about 4 kilometres.
	Bamboo Furniture Bamboo Furniture The original source of this local product is from Ban Ngong, Ban Ngam Pho of Prachantakham. They are on sale along the road to Phanom Sarakham.