Phetchaburi Attractions
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Phetchaburi
Phetchaburi (town of diamonds), the main town of Phetchaburi province, is surrounded by impressive mountain chains and lies south-west of Bangkok, approximately 10 km (6 mi.) from the mouth of the river of the same name in the Gulf of Thailand. Khao Khlang mountain with King Mongkut's palace towers above Phetchaburi and dominates the townscape. The temple sites in the valley bear witness to a great past; the Chinese quarter points to the fact that Phetchaburi was once a center of overseas trade. There are some beautiful, quiet beaches only a few miles away.
Phetchaburi (town of diamonds), the main town of Phetchaburi province, is surrounded by impressive mountain chains and lies south-west of Bangkok, approximately 10 km (6 mi.) from the mouth of the river of the same name in the Gulf of Thailand. Khao Khlang mountain with King Mongkut's palace towers above Phetchaburi and dominates the townscape. The temple sites in the valley bear witness to a great past; the Chinese quarter points to the fact that Phetchaburi was once a center of overseas trade. There are some beautiful, quiet beaches only a few miles away.
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Phra Nakhon Khiri Royal Palace
Set atop the Khao Khlang mountain, the Phra Nakhon Khiri Royal Palace reflects a European Neo-Classical style of architecture. When the royal family is not in the residence, the Palace is open to visitors.
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Wat Yai Suwannaram
Wat Yai Suwannaram ranks as one of the most beautiful temples in Phetchaburi. Reflecting the 17th century Ayutthaya style, the temple features a large sala and two interesting libraries.