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 Thailand's
smallest province is very flat, known for the salt produced at numerous
artificial lakes. The town sits beside the Mae Klong River, at whose
mouth villagers scramble to collect hoi lot (worm shells) beloved
by Thais. There are three floating markets on the outskirts of town,
including Tha Kha Floating Market, set in an open area of traditional
wooden houses. Ban Bencharong is a small village producing traditional
fivecoloured ceramics.
Attractions include Wat Phet Samut Worawihan, containing a large
Buddha image known as Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem, Wat Satthatham, whose
main building is made of teak, encrusted with mother of pearl depicting
scenes from the life of Buddha; and a delightful Memorial Park full
of trees and plants, honouring the birthplace of King Rama II.
Distance from Samut Songkhram city to its districts
- Amphawa 6 kms.
- Bang Khonthi 12 kms.
Distance from Samut Songkhram city to nearby Provinces
- Phetcha Buri 67 kms.
- Ratcha Buri 45 kms.
- Samut Sakhon 36 kms.
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 How
to get there
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Distances from Amphoe Mueang to neighbouring Amphoe :
Amphawa 6 Kms.
Ban Khonthi 12 Kms.
Car
By Car: From Bangpakaew T-intersection onto the Thonburi - Paktho
Road, take Highway No. 35, through Mahachai - Nakluea intersection,
at Km. 64, turn right into Muang Samut Songkhram.
Bus
By Bus The Transport Co., Ltd. services Bangkok - Samut Songkhram
buses daily from the Southern Bus Terminal on Baromrajajonnani Road.
Call at 0-2435-5031 for air-conditioned buses and at 0-2434-5557-8
for non-air conditioned buses.
Train
By Rail : From Wongwianyai Railway Station, there are daily Bangkok
- Samut Songkhram trains. Get off at Samut Sakon Province Railway
Station, take a boat to Ban Laem Railway Station and get on the
train to Samut Songkhram. You can also take a train from Wongwianyai
Railway Station, and get off at Mahachai Railway Station and take
a bus to Samut Songkhram. Call Wongwianyai Railway Station at 0-2465-2017
for more information.
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Festivals
& Events
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Annual Longboat Racing
Annual Longboat Racing is held during the Loy Krathong Festival
in November at Wat Rat Peng, Amphoe Mueang Samut Songkhram.
King Rama II Memorial Festival
King Rama II Memorial Festival is held in early February each
year at King Rama II Memorial Park, Amphoe Amphawa. There are shows,
demonstrations of traditional Thai dessert making, folk entertainment,
out-door Khon performance, handicrafts and a variety of local products.
Large White Pomelo Fair
Large White Pomelo Fair is held yearly in late August.
Lychee Day Fair
Lychee Day Fair is held in early April at Amphoe Amphawa (takes
place in some years, depending on the quantity of lychees).
Songnam Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem and Worship Fair
Songnam Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem and Worship Fair is held in
April 13th 19th at Wat Phet Samut Worawihan, Amphoe Muang Samut
Songkhram. During the fair, the general public gets to bathe (by
sprinkling scented water) Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem Buddha image as
a way of merit making.
Tawanron at Don Hoi Lot Fair and Kradan Len Racing Contest
The fair and contest are held during the month of May every
year, at Chu Chee Village, Moo 4 Tambon Bangjakreng, Amphoe Muang
Samut Songkhram.
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Samut
Songkhram Hotels Thailand
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Baan Amphawa Resort
Baan
Amphawa Resort & Spa offers 45 bedrooms and suites
with unique charm of living in Thai house and Tropical villa
style. You can choose from traditional Thai style in Thai
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garden to make your vacation a memorable experience. (Rooms
and rates)
Address : 22 Bangkapom-Kaewfah,
Amphawa,
Samut Songkhram 75110
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