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:: Amphoe Muang
Bamboo Garden
Supervised by the Department of Corrections, the garden
is located in Tambon Noen Hom with the area of about 300 Rai. This
place has the collection of various kinds of bamboo to study. From
Highway No.33, turn left at Noen Hom Intersection to Highway No.3077
(Noen Hom - Khao Yai) for 11 kilometres or 20 kilometres from town.
Huai Kasian Waterfall It is located about 15 kilometres from Prachin
Buri town. At 166th kilometre, in Ban Khon Khwang, Tambon Dong Khilek.
Turn left for about 4 kilometres to the waterfall.
Chao Phraya Abhaibhubate Building
The building is located in Chao Phraya Abhai bhubate Hospital
on Prachin Anuson Road. It was constructed by the budget of Chao
Phraya Abphaibhubate in 1909 as a residence for King Rama V on his
royal visit to Prachin Buri. Its architecture is a 2-storey Renaissance
building with the front porch featuring a central dome. Floral design
ornated the outside walls, doors and windows. The inside is decorated
in a western style.
King Naresuan the Great Shrine
Located at Noen Hom Intersection, 8 kilometres north to
Prachin Buri by Highway No.320, this shrine houses the image of
King Naresuan the Great in a standing position to commemorate his
camping at Prachin Buri on the way from Ayutthaya to Cambodia. People
in Prachin Buri and nearby provinces normally pay respect to this
shrine.
Namtok Heo Narok
Located on Prachin Buri - Khao Yai Highway, this waterfall
is a part of Khao Yai National Park, which covers the area of Prachin
Buri, Nakhon Nayok, Nakhon Ratchasima, and Saraburi. It is a gigantic
and beautiful waterfall with 60 metres in height and steep cliff.
You can travel from Prachin Buri town via Suwannason Road to Noen
Hom Intersection or Naresuan Circle, turn left to Highway No.3077.
At the 24th kilometre turn right to the waterfall. From the parking
area, visitors have to walk for 1 kilometre. There is a walkway
from upper level down to lower level for a better and more beautiful
view.
Namtok Khao Ito
This waterfall in Tambon Dong Khilek is a popular tourist
attraction which run through rocks at different levels. Only during
the rainy season that there is water. Surroundings are full of forests.
The waterfall is on the same route to Chakkraphong Reservoir but
is 700 metres further.
Namtok Than Rattana
Located in Tambon Noen Hom with the distance about 100 metres
from Noen Hom - Khao Yai Highway, and about 25 kilometres from Muang
District Office, this waterfall has plenty of water during the rainy
season.
Prachin Buri National Museum
Located about 200 metres at the back of Prachin Buri City
Hall, this archeological museum is set to be the center of artefacts
in 7 provinces: Prachin Buri, Nakhon Nayok, Chacherngsao, Chonburi,
Chantaburi, Trad, and Rayong. The Museum displays important artifacts
discovered from ancient cities in Davaravati Period. Thai arts in
various periods were also displayed for comparative study, including
artefacts found under sea water from Koh Kram, Chonburi. Moreover,
the temporary exhibition at special occasions has been on display.
The Museum service hours are during 09:00 - 16:00 hrs., everyday
except special holidays. The admission fee is 30 baht. More details
are available at Tel: 0-3721-1586.
Wat Bot
This temple is located on the west of town, on Bang Pakong
River coast. Starting from Thetsaban Damri Road to Suwinthawong
Road (Highway No.319), go straight to Highway No.3071 for 4 kilometres.
There are 3 Buddha images along the coast named Phra Siri Mongkhon
Nimit, the walking Buddha; Phra Sapphasit Nawa, the sitting Buddha;
and Phra Maha Chin Saiyat, the reclining Buddha. The atmosphere
in the temple is quiet and very shady.
 Wat
Kaeo Phichit
The temple is located on the right coast of Bang Pakong
River in Prachin Buri Municipal Area, 2 kilometres east to town.
Being an old and major temple, the place was built in 1879 by a
Prachin Buri millionaire. In 1918, Chao Phraya Abhaibhubate (Chum
Aphaiwong) constructed a new chapel (ubosoth) which had an architectural
design of mixed arts styles of Thai, Chinese, European, and Cambodian.
The significant attractions are the Ramayana mural paintings on
the exterior of the chapel, while the interior are ornated by the
paintings of the legend in Buddhism by the royal artists of King
Rama VI. In front of the chapel is a concrete building with the
style of Greek or Roman dome. Moreover, within the compound, the
temple also features a holy scriptures library, and 3- facet meeting
hall (sala) at the pier with shaded atmosphere.
Wat Sansi's Bird Park
Located in Tambon Wat, the park is the place for various
kinds of thousands birds. The best season to watch the birds is
during July to April. The accessibility to the park is by using
the same road to Wat Bot but taking the right turn at the intersection.
The park is 18 kilometres from town.
:: Amphoe Na Di
 Kaeng
Hin Phoeng
These rapids are in the Sai Yai River, which originates
in Khao Yai National Park in Amphoe Na Di. There is a strong whirlpool
that requires quite an effort by skilful oarsmen to clear the hazard.
The trip takes one hour through the rapids before running into smooth
water about 2 hours towards the end of the journey. Raft riding
is possible here during the rainy season from June to October. Kaeng
Hin Phoeng rafting trips are organised by resorts in Na Di district.
Thap Lan National Park
Covering Tambon Bu Phram of Na Di, Prachin Buri; Pak Thong
Chai, Wang Nam Khiao, Khon Buri, Soeng Sang of Nakhon Ratchasima;
and Pakham of Buri Ram, this park has the area of about 2,240 square
kilometres or 1,400,000 Rai. It has been established on the 23rd
of December 1981. The attractions in the park are:
Lan Forest and Rest Area Being the last natural palm forest, near
the Parks Office, the rare palm trees in this area have yellow flowers
during April and June. In the Park, there are also dry dipterous
carp forests and rainforests which are the habitats of wild animals,
and a variety of species of birds. The Rest Area of 20 rai has many
palm trees, and other plants.
Heo Nok Kok Waterfall About 8 kilometres from Ban Thap Lan, this
waterfall is beautiful in the rainy season.
Thap Lan Reservoir This reservoir is one kilometre from Ban Thap
Lan. Surrounded by mountains, and cool climate, this site is suitable
for relaxation.
Huai Yai Waterfall Located in the west of the Park, this large
and beautiful waterfall is 50 metre high and 30 metre wide. Traveling:
Using highway No.304, at 79th kilometre, go for another 6 kilometres.
The waterfall is in in Wang Nam Kheo, Nakhon Ratchasima. In dry
season, the waterfall can be reached by car.
At present, no accommodation is available in the Park. Tourists
need to bring their own tents. For more details, contact at P.O.Box
37, Kabin Buri Post Office, Prachin Buri 25116 or at National Park
Division, Forestry Department, Bangkhen, Bangkok, Tel: 0 2561 4292
ext. 724 5, 0 2579 5734, 0 2579 7223.
Traveling From Kabin Buri, use highway No.304 (Kabin Buri Nakhon
Ratchasima route) for 32 kilometres. The Park is 90 kilometres from
Prachin Buri and 107 kilometres from Nakhon Ratchasima
:: Amphoe Prachantakham
Namtok Sompoi
Situated in Ban Khao Noi, Tambon Bu Fai, this waterfall
has the stream of about 400 metres long which runs pass rocks, with
suitable areas for swimming. Using the same route to Takhro Waterfall,
turn left at 14th kilometre, for about 1.5 kilometres.
Namtok Takhro and Namtok Salatdai
Both waterfalls are located in Ban Takhro, Tambon Bu Fai
. Takhro Waterfall is wide with suspension bridge, with the hills
on the left, while on the right is the forest which is suitable
for relaxation. From Takhro Waterfall, there is a walkway along
the stream for another 2 kilometres to Salad Dai Waterfall. On the
way, there are many areas for swimming. To go to Salat Dai Waterfall,
tourists should contact the escort officer at 10th Ranger Unit of
Khao Yai National Park at Takhro Waterfall. From Prachin Buri town,
use Highway No.3452 (to Prachantakham) for 16 kilometres, turn right
to Highway No.33 to Prachantakham Intersection, and turn left into
an access road. Or from Noen Hom Intersection, turn right to Highway
No.33 to See Yaek Prachantakham, and turn left to the access road
ford for 16 kilometres, and walk for about 500 metres more to Takhro
Waterfall.
Namtok Than Thip
This waterfall is in Ban Noen Hin Tang, Tambon Nong Kaeo.
The stream runs pass different levels of rocks whereby some areas
are suitable for swimming. The surrounding forests are naturally
fascinating. Travel to the waterfall by using the same route to
Takhro Waterfall, and turning left at 9th kilometre, for about 9
kilometres.
:: Amphoe Si Mahosot
Sa Morakot Ancient Site
Situated in Wat Morakot, Tambon Kok Thai, these are the
the gigantic Buddhist sites. The most fascinating attraction is
the largest and oldest Lord Buddhas Footprints which were carved
on the natural laterite floor. Also, there are the Wheel of Dhamma
in the middle of both soles. These Footprints were dated between
13th to 15th centuries B.E.
Moreover, there is Sa Morakot which is a rectangular pool, 115 metres
long, 214 metres wide, and 3.50 metres deep, with the total area
of about 25 Rai. It is assumed that this pool was dug as a reservoir.
In this area, there are also Sa Bua La, and Exhibition center for
Mueang Si Mahosot ancient venue. Traveling: Using highway No.319
(Prachin Buri Phanom Sarakam route) for about 23 kilometres, then
turn left for 500 metres.
Si Mahosot Ancient Town
Si Mahosot Ancient Towns Located at Ban Khok Wat, Tambon
Khok Peep, these sites were constructed in the Davaravati Period,
with oval shape, and the area of about 700 Rai. There are moats,
earth walls, and more than 100 interesting ancient venues. Most
of the archeological materials are related to Hinduism.
The most important site is in the center of town. Made from laterites,
many materials found were in Lop Buri, Ayutthaya, and Rattanakosin
Periods such as Buddha images and pottery. Also, there is Phu Khao
Thong a round-shape stupa in the Davaravati Period. Another venue
is the Ancient Site No. 25 made from laterite, with rectangular
in shape. Sa Kaeo Ancient Site is a square pond, located in the
south-west of Mueang Si Mahosot. On the walls of the pond, there
are lintels showing 41 animals in the legend. It was believed that
the water from this pond is sacred, use in Buddhist ceremony. Traveling:
From Prachin Buri town, use highway No.319 for about 20 kilometres,
then turn left to highway no. 3070 for one more kilometre, the ancient
town is on the right.
Ton Pho ( Pho Tree ) at Wat Si Maha Pho
This oldest and largest Pho tree of the country is located
in Wat Ton Pho Si Maha Pho. It has been recorded that, 2000 years
ago, the seedling stock of this Pho tree was brought over from Buddhakaya.
The tree is about 20 metres in circumference, about 30 metres in
height, and about 25 metres in diametre.
From the legend, Phra Chao Tawa Nam Payadit, the ruler of Muang
Mahosot had sent his representatives to Nakhon Patulibut of India
for a branch of the Pho tree, under which the Lord Buddha had sat
during his enlightenment. Thereafter, the branch had been planted
at this Wat Ton Pho Si Maha Phot. This Pho tree has been the symbol
of Prachin Buri. On Visak Puja Day, there will be a fair to commemorate
this Pho tree. From Prachin Buri town, use Highway No.319 to Phanom
Sarakam for 32 kilometres, turn left for 1 kilometre.
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