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 The
ancient town of Phetchaburi has had many
influences in its past Mons, Khmers and the Ayutthaya kingdom, whose
hand can be seen in various temple murals. The best example of Ayutthaya
art is at Wat Yai Suwannaram, with murals and a beautiful teak sala
transported from the former capital, and at Wat Ko Kaew Sutharam.
Dominating the town is Phra Nakhon Khiri, a beautifully restored
summer palace built for King Mongkut on top of a hill, accessible
by cable car. It is now a historical park, containing a residence,
observatory and temple that resembles the Emerald Buddha Temple
in Bangkok.
On the outskirts of the city, Khao Luang Cave is known for its
Buddha images, miniature chedis and stalactites, all spectacularly
enhanced by sunlight in the afternoon.
South of Phetchaburi is the beach resort resort of Cha-Am, popular
with Thai holiday-makers, who enjoy its numerous activities and
shaded beach areas. The lovely teak-wood Maruk Khathayawan Palace,
facing sea, was built for King Vajiravudh as a summer retreat, with
a large hall where the king used to put on his famous plays.
Thailand's largest national park, Kaeng Krachan is a vast forested
and mountainous area stretching to the Myanmar border, and packed
with wildlife and impressive waterfalls. Guided treks are popular,
as are rafting on the Phetchaburi River or boating on the massive
lake.
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 Phetchaburi
hotels Thailand
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Petchvarin Resort
Petchvarin Resort is located in Thayang -- Kaengkrachan nearly
in Kaengkrachan National Park. The resort provides wooden
Thai style houses to accommodate and comfort you like your
own home. With the blend of nature, you will feel free and
relax among abundant tropical forest surrounded by magnificent
green hills and Petchvarin River. (Rooms
and rates)
Address : 248 Moo 11, Kladluang
Sub-District,
Thayang, Petchaburi 76130
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