Prachunkhirikhan Province
Prachubkhirikhan province is in the Western of Thailand bordered to the Southern of Thailand. Prachubkhirokhan had been Muang Na-Rung in the Krungsri-Ayutthaya era but deserted when Krungsri-Ayutthaya lost war with Myanmar. Afterward in the early Ratanakhosin in the reign of Rama II, he founded new town near mouth of "E-Rom" canal and maned as "Muang Bang-Na-Rom". In the reign of Rama IV, He aggregated Muang Kui, Muang Bang-Na-Rom and Muang Klong-Warl and renamed to Muang Prachubkhirokhan. Until year 1898, the downtown was moved to Auo Koh-Lak or Auo Prachub where is location of Prachubkhirikhan province until now.
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Ratchaburi Province. Thailand.
Ratchaburi Province
Ratchaburi province near Bangkok is in the Western of Thailand bordered to the Gulf of Thailand on the right side and to Samutsongkarm province on the left side. It appeard since prehistoric times (Khmer era or Thawaravadee era). This town was belonging to Siam in the Sukhothai era in year 1257 when Sukhothai got victory against Khmer. The town was relocated many times. Until year 1897, it was moved to this location as present.
Ratchaburi province near Bangkok is in the Western of Thailand bordered to the Gulf of Thailand on the right side and to Samutsongkarm province on the left side. It appeard since prehistoric times (Khmer era or Thawaravadee era). This town was belonging to Siam in the Sukhothai era in year 1257 when Sukhothai got victory against Khmer. The town was relocated many times. Until year 1897, it was moved to this location as present.
Phetchaburi Province. Thailand.
Phetchaburi Province
Phetchaburi province near Bangkok is in the Western of Thailand bordered to the Gulf of Thailand on the right side and to Ta-Naosri mountain range connected to Myanmar on the left side. It appear in the Sukhothai era but there are evidences to prove that it was built since prehistoric times (Khmer era or Thawaravadee era). This town was prefered to King Rama IV, V and Vi in the early Ratanakhosin. In the reign of Rama IV, he built throne-hall at Khao Samana and named that mountain as "Phru Khao Maha-Sawand " or Khao Wang. In later in the reign of Rama V, he built throne-hall at Ban Puene but finished in the reign of Rama VI. He named the hall as "Phra Thee Nang Sornphetch Prasart". Moreover, he built palace at Bang Tha-Lou and named beach near the palace as "Hath Chao Samran"..
Phetchaburi province near Bangkok is in the Western of Thailand bordered to the Gulf of Thailand on the right side and to Ta-Naosri mountain range connected to Myanmar on the left side. It appear in the Sukhothai era but there are evidences to prove that it was built since prehistoric times (Khmer era or Thawaravadee era). This town was prefered to King Rama IV, V and Vi in the early Ratanakhosin. In the reign of Rama IV, he built throne-hall at Khao Samana and named that mountain as "Phru Khao Maha-Sawand " or Khao Wang. In later in the reign of Rama V, he built throne-hall at Ban Puene but finished in the reign of Rama VI. He named the hall as "Phra Thee Nang Sornphetch Prasart". Moreover, he built palace at Bang Tha-Lou and named beach near the palace as "Hath Chao Samran"..
Karnchanaburi Province. Thailand.
Karnchanaburi Province
Karnchanaburi province had been logdes since prehistoric times. There are many historicities in the caves or hills. Ancestors migrated from the southern of China including Khmer as well. There are many historical place in Khmer's style such as Prasart Mueng-Singh (Stone Castle). The province had been main battlefieldr when Myanmar move the troops to Thailand in order to possess capital in the reign of Krungsri-Ayutthaya.
Most area is covered by rivers or hills where there are many beautiful waterfalls. There are water-powered dams such as Srinakrarin dam and Khao-Laem dam where are attractive places for tourists.
Karnchanaburi province had been logdes since prehistoric times. There are many historicities in the caves or hills. Ancestors migrated from the southern of China including Khmer as well. There are many historical place in Khmer's style such as Prasart Mueng-Singh (Stone Castle). The province had been main battlefieldr when Myanmar move the troops to Thailand in order to possess capital in the reign of Krungsri-Ayutthaya.
Most area is covered by rivers or hills where there are many beautiful waterfalls. There are water-powered dams such as Srinakrarin dam and Khao-Laem dam where are attractive places for tourists.
Tak Province. Thailand.
Tak Province
Tak province was formerly named to "Muang Ra-Haeng" where there are Mon people living. There are historical evidence about Mon's Arts at the Ban-tak district. The town was built before Sukhothai era. Muang Tak had been important frontier town to Myanmar and was the greatest king's army congregated as Ramkumhaengmaharat, Naresuanmaharat, Naraimaharat and Taksinmaharat. Unitl early Ratanakhosin era in the reign of Rama II, he ordered to move downtown of Tak from right side of Ping river to Ra-Haeng sub-district on the left side of Ping river. It became location of Tak province until now.
Tak province was formerly named to "Muang Ra-Haeng" where there are Mon people living. There are historical evidence about Mon's Arts at the Ban-tak district. The town was built before Sukhothai era. Muang Tak had been important frontier town to Myanmar and was the greatest king's army congregated as Ramkumhaengmaharat, Naresuanmaharat, Naraimaharat and Taksinmaharat. Unitl early Ratanakhosin era in the reign of Rama II, he ordered to move downtown of Tak from right side of Ping river to Ra-Haeng sub-district on the left side of Ping river. It became location of Tak province until now.
Trad Province. Thailand.
Trad Province
Trad province is located at the easternmost of Thailand. City name was transformed from word "Gard" which is a tree's name. In Krungsri-Ayuthaya in the reign of King the great Naresuan, the city name was called "Ban Bang-Phra". In early Ratanakosin in the reign of King Rama V made agreement with France for giving Trad city and Chang Islands in order that France retreated their army from Chanthaburi city. In year 1906, Thailand traded off Phratabrong, Seamaraj and Srisophon city against Trad city and Chang Islands to France. France withdrawed their army from Trad city and Chang Islands in July 1907. Local people choose 23 July on every year to be "Trad Rumruek". It means Trad commemoration or Trad recognition.
Trad province is located at the easternmost of Thailand. City name was transformed from word "Gard" which is a tree's name. In Krungsri-Ayuthaya in the reign of King the great Naresuan, the city name was called "Ban Bang-Phra". In early Ratanakosin in the reign of King Rama V made agreement with France for giving Trad city and Chang Islands in order that France retreated their army from Chanthaburi city. In year 1906, Thailand traded off Phratabrong, Seamaraj and Srisophon city against Trad city and Chang Islands to France. France withdrawed their army from Trad city and Chang Islands in July 1907. Local people choose 23 July on every year to be "Trad Rumruek". It means Trad commemoration or Trad recognition.
Sa-Kao Province. Thailand.
Sa-Kao Province
Sa-Kao province is ancient city and its age is more than 4,000 years. Antiques was discovered at Khao Cha-Gun, Aranyaprathech and Tapraya district. The city had prospered in Thavarawadi era since there were Khmer castle and stone inscription. City name was named as name of pool. In year 1781, Chaopraya Mahakasadsuk (King Rama I in later) was moving to Cambodia but stopping near both pools for living and named both pools as "Sa-Kao" and "Sa-Kwan" Sa-kao had been check-point at frontier. In year 1909, Sa-Kao was raised to Sa-Kao sub-district. In 1958, Sa-Kao was raised again to be Sa-Kao district. Until year 1993, Sa-Kao was appointed to be Sa-Kao province where is Thailand 's 74th province.
Sa-Kao province is ancient city and its age is more than 4,000 years. Antiques was discovered at Khao Cha-Gun, Aranyaprathech and Tapraya district. The city had prospered in Thavarawadi era since there were Khmer castle and stone inscription. City name was named as name of pool. In year 1781, Chaopraya Mahakasadsuk (King Rama I in later) was moving to Cambodia but stopping near both pools for living and named both pools as "Sa-Kao" and "Sa-Kwan" Sa-kao had been check-point at frontier. In year 1909, Sa-Kao was raised to Sa-Kao sub-district. In 1958, Sa-Kao was raised again to be Sa-Kao district. Until year 1993, Sa-Kao was appointed to be Sa-Kao province where is Thailand 's 74th province.
Chanthaburi Province. Thailand.
Chanthaburi Province
Chanthaburi province is ancient city and its age is more than 1,000 years. City name was formerly called "Kwan-Kraburi". and was built by Chong tribe (Annam-Khmer). In year 1657, the city was moved and re-built at Ban-Loom on the left side of Chanthaburi River. In year 1767, King the great Taksin moved his amry to Chanthaburi and occupied it in order to aggregate forces to restore Krungsri-Ayutthaya from Myanmar. In later, King Rama III moved this city to Ban-Nuean-Wong because that area was hills and highland. Since the city was lack of water resource, King Rama V relocated Chanthaburi to Ban-Loom again. Until year 1893, Thailand have dispute with France so that France had possesed Chanthaburi for 11 years. After Thailand give area on the left side of Mekong River to France, Thailand got this city from France. In year 1933, Chanthaburi city is raised to be Chanthaburi province from government transformation unitl now.
Chanthaburi province is ancient city and its age is more than 1,000 years. City name was formerly called "Kwan-Kraburi". and was built by Chong tribe (Annam-Khmer). In year 1657, the city was moved and re-built at Ban-Loom on the left side of Chanthaburi River. In year 1767, King the great Taksin moved his amry to Chanthaburi and occupied it in order to aggregate forces to restore Krungsri-Ayutthaya from Myanmar. In later, King Rama III moved this city to Ban-Nuean-Wong because that area was hills and highland. Since the city was lack of water resource, King Rama V relocated Chanthaburi to Ban-Loom again. Until year 1893, Thailand have dispute with France so that France had possesed Chanthaburi for 11 years. After Thailand give area on the left side of Mekong River to France, Thailand got this city from France. In year 1933, Chanthaburi city is raised to be Chanthaburi province from government transformation unitl now.
Rayong Province. Thailand.
Rayong Province
Rayong province was appeared and known publicly in the reign of Krungsri-Ayutthaya in 1570. It is assumed the province was founded in blooming Khmerin in 957. In that period, Chanthaburi province is Khmer's frontier town so that Rayong bordered to Chantaburi has been influenced by Khmer's Art and Cultural. The evidence is the remaining historical place in Khmer's style such as Silalaeng Khu-Khai.
Rayong province is covering area about 3550 square kilometres and its population is 600,000 persons. Most people's occupation is agriculture and fishery. Famous fruits are Durian and Pineapple. Famous product is fish sauce, shrimp paste and dried seafood.
Rayong province was appeared and known publicly in the reign of Krungsri-Ayutthaya in 1570. It is assumed the province was founded in blooming Khmerin in 957. In that period, Chanthaburi province is Khmer's frontier town so that Rayong bordered to Chantaburi has been influenced by Khmer's Art and Cultural. The evidence is the remaining historical place in Khmer's style such as Silalaeng Khu-Khai.
Rayong province is covering area about 3550 square kilometres and its population is 600,000 persons. Most people's occupation is agriculture and fishery. Famous fruits are Durian and Pineapple. Famous product is fish sauce, shrimp paste and dried seafood.
Chacheongsao Province, Thailand.
Chacheongsao Province
Chacheongsao province had been governed by Khmer. City name is assumed that its pronounciation is slightly distorted from time to time from "Cha-Cheung-Sao" in Khmer language which means "deep canal" to be "Cha-Cheong-Sao". Chacheongsao was established to be city in the reign of King Mahajakrapat in Krungsri-Ayutthaya era. In 1593, the great King Naresuan chose this city for location of his army. It caused this city became front barrier city in eastern region. In the reign of King Rama III, he built fortress in this city to prevent enemy in eastern region. In year 1933, Chacheongsao city is raised to be Chacheongsao province unitl now.
Chacheongsao province is covering area about 5,350 square kilometres and its population is 650,000 persons. Its location is near Bangkok about 100 kilometres. There are many attractive place such as Watsotornworawiharn (Sothorn Temple) where contain Luang-Phor Sothorn buddha image respected by Thai people and Ang-Rue-Nai waterfalls located in Khao Ang-Rue-Nai wildlife conservation area covering 5 provinces such as Chacheongsao, Chonburi, Rayong, Chanthabui and Prachinburi province..
Chacheongsao province had been governed by Khmer. City name is assumed that its pronounciation is slightly distorted from time to time from "Cha-Cheung-Sao" in Khmer language which means "deep canal" to be "Cha-Cheong-Sao". Chacheongsao was established to be city in the reign of King Mahajakrapat in Krungsri-Ayutthaya era. In 1593, the great King Naresuan chose this city for location of his army. It caused this city became front barrier city in eastern region. In the reign of King Rama III, he built fortress in this city to prevent enemy in eastern region. In year 1933, Chacheongsao city is raised to be Chacheongsao province unitl now.
Chacheongsao province is covering area about 5,350 square kilometres and its population is 650,000 persons. Its location is near Bangkok about 100 kilometres. There are many attractive place such as Watsotornworawiharn (Sothorn Temple) where contain Luang-Phor Sothorn buddha image respected by Thai people and Ang-Rue-Nai waterfalls located in Khao Ang-Rue-Nai wildlife conservation area covering 5 provinces such as Chacheongsao, Chonburi, Rayong, Chanthabui and Prachinburi province..
Chonburi Province. Thailand.
Chonburi Province
Chonburi province was appeared and known publicly in the reign of Krungsri-Ayutthaya when Khmer moved army to make a war. In later, Chonburi province was Thongyou's lodge and his army. He agitated everyone participating to Phraya Vachirakarn who is responsible for governing east region and located in Rayong. After Phraya Vachirakarn moved his army to Chonburi and suppressed Thongyou, Chonburi was peaceful. Chonburi has been main city since the reign of King Rama I. Until the reign of King Rama V, he changed Banlamoong and Phanatnikom city to be just district in Chonburi city. In year 1933, Chonburi city is raised to be Chonburi province unitl now.
Chonburi province is covering area about 4,363 square kilometres and its population is 1.15 million persons. Most people's occupation is agriculture and fishery. Nong-Mon market is very famous where you can find dried seafood, foods and desserts. Ang-Sila is old vacation where is known as stone-mortar making and carving, furthermore, there are fresh seafood serving and selling to tourists. Chonburi province is both agricultural and industrial city.
Chonburi province was appeared and known publicly in the reign of Krungsri-Ayutthaya when Khmer moved army to make a war. In later, Chonburi province was Thongyou's lodge and his army. He agitated everyone participating to Phraya Vachirakarn who is responsible for governing east region and located in Rayong. After Phraya Vachirakarn moved his army to Chonburi and suppressed Thongyou, Chonburi was peaceful. Chonburi has been main city since the reign of King Rama I. Until the reign of King Rama V, he changed Banlamoong and Phanatnikom city to be just district in Chonburi city. In year 1933, Chonburi city is raised to be Chonburi province unitl now.
Chonburi province is covering area about 4,363 square kilometres and its population is 1.15 million persons. Most people's occupation is agriculture and fishery. Nong-Mon market is very famous where you can find dried seafood, foods and desserts. Ang-Sila is old vacation where is known as stone-mortar making and carving, furthermore, there are fresh seafood serving and selling to tourists. Chonburi province is both agricultural and industrial city.
Angthong Province. Thailand.
Angthong Province
Angthong was historically known as Wiset Chai Chan, located on the Noi River. It formed an important border town of the Ayutthaya kingdom during the wars with Burma, as the Noi river served as a natural obstacle for advancing troops.
During the reign of king Taksin after the fall of Ayutthaya the main city of the province was moved to the Chao Phraya river, and named Ang Thong, as the Noi river had become too shallow for transportation.
The name Ang Thong means 'gold basin', surmised to come from the basin-like geography of the area, and the golden color of the rice grown in the region.
Angthong was historically known as Wiset Chai Chan, located on the Noi River. It formed an important border town of the Ayutthaya kingdom during the wars with Burma, as the Noi river served as a natural obstacle for advancing troops.
During the reign of king Taksin after the fall of Ayutthaya the main city of the province was moved to the Chao Phraya river, and named Ang Thong, as the Noi river had become too shallow for transportation.
The name Ang Thong means 'gold basin', surmised to come from the basin-like geography of the area, and the golden color of the rice grown in the region.
Lopburi Province. Thailand.
Lopburi Province
Known as Lavo during most of its history, Lopburi probably dates back to prehistoric times. During the Dvaravati period (6th to 11th century) it was called Lavo. The Khmer and built many impressive temples. Lopburi might have liberated itself from the Khmer rulership at least temporarily, as it sent independent embassies to China twice in 1115 and 1155. In 1289 it sent an embassy again, but then soon became associated with the Thai kingdom Sukhothai and later Ayutthaya.
In Ayutthaya period, King Ramathibodi I sent Phra Ramesuan (later King Ramesuan) who positioned Uparaja to reign Lopburi. In 1665 King Narai the Great ordered to build the new palace on the east bank of the Lopburi River and made Lop Buri the second capital of the country in middle of the 17th century as Ayutthaya was threatened by the Dutch. After the king reign, the city was nearly empty and less important.
The city was enriched again when King Rama IV renovated the King Narai Palace in 1856. And in 1938 Field Marshal Plaek Phibunsongkhram started his plan to relandscape and set Lop Buri as the biggest military base of Thailand.
Known as Lavo during most of its history, Lopburi probably dates back to prehistoric times. During the Dvaravati period (6th to 11th century) it was called Lavo. The Khmer and built many impressive temples. Lopburi might have liberated itself from the Khmer rulership at least temporarily, as it sent independent embassies to China twice in 1115 and 1155. In 1289 it sent an embassy again, but then soon became associated with the Thai kingdom Sukhothai and later Ayutthaya.
In Ayutthaya period, King Ramathibodi I sent Phra Ramesuan (later King Ramesuan) who positioned Uparaja to reign Lopburi. In 1665 King Narai the Great ordered to build the new palace on the east bank of the Lopburi River and made Lop Buri the second capital of the country in middle of the 17th century as Ayutthaya was threatened by the Dutch. After the king reign, the city was nearly empty and less important.
The city was enriched again when King Rama IV renovated the King Narai Palace in 1856. And in 1938 Field Marshal Plaek Phibunsongkhram started his plan to relandscape and set Lop Buri as the biggest military base of Thailand.
Samutsongkhram Province, Thailand.
Samutsongkhram Province
In the Ayutthaya period the area of Samut Songkhram was known as Suan Nork and was a part of Ratchaburi. During the reign of King Taksin it was promoted to a province. It was the birth place of Queen Amarindra of King Rama I, who also initiated the name Suan Nok. The birth place of King Rama II in Amphawa district is now a Memorial Park.
In the Ayutthaya period the area of Samut Songkhram was known as Suan Nork and was a part of Ratchaburi. During the reign of King Taksin it was promoted to a province. It was the birth place of Queen Amarindra of King Rama I, who also initiated the name Suan Nok. The birth place of King Rama II in Amphawa district is now a Memorial Park.
Ayutthaya Province. Thailand.
Ayutthaya Province
Ayutthaya province had been Thailand's capital in the Krungsri-Ayutthaya era. It was established in 1350 by Phra Chao Authong. After epidemic diseaases at Authong city, he relocated people to Ayothaya city. Until 3 uear later, Krung Sukhothai was declining and gone, he annouced "Krungsri-Ayutthaya" and appointed himself to be "King Ramathibordi I" which is the longest era in Thailand 's history more than 400 years.
Most area in Ayutthaya province is lowland and plain. There are 3 main rivers passing around city such as Pa-Sak river, Lopburi river and Chao-Phraya river. Both sides of rivers are crowded with buildings and lodges. Since there are long history in here, Ayutthaya has many
ancient remains and temples.
Ayutthaya province had been Thailand's capital in the Krungsri-Ayutthaya era. It was established in 1350 by Phra Chao Authong. After epidemic diseaases at Authong city, he relocated people to Ayothaya city. Until 3 uear later, Krung Sukhothai was declining and gone, he annouced "Krungsri-Ayutthaya" and appointed himself to be "King Ramathibordi I" which is the longest era in Thailand 's history more than 400 years.
Most area in Ayutthaya province is lowland and plain. There are 3 main rivers passing around city such as Pa-Sak river, Lopburi river and Chao-Phraya river. Both sides of rivers are crowded with buildings and lodges. Since there are long history in here, Ayutthaya has many
ancient remains and temples.
Saraburi Province. Thailand.
Saraburi Province
Saraburi province had been Khmer territory. There are ancient remains at Bang-Khamode sub-district. The city was established in Krungsri-Ayutthaya in the reign of Phra Mahachakrapat in year 1549. He toke some area of Lopburi city and Nakhonayok city to establish new city called "Saraburi". The city name is assumed it occur from that there is Nong-Ngong pool in Saraburi city. It cause they use "Sara" in Thai language meaning "pool" in English language to mix with "Buri" in Thai language meaning "city" in English language. Until year 1902, the old administration system was cancelled and reformed to provincial governed system. Saraburi city was raised to be Saraburi province until now.
Saraburi province had been Khmer territory. There are ancient remains at Bang-Khamode sub-district. The city was established in Krungsri-Ayutthaya in the reign of Phra Mahachakrapat in year 1549. He toke some area of Lopburi city and Nakhonayok city to establish new city called "Saraburi". The city name is assumed it occur from that there is Nong-Ngong pool in Saraburi city. It cause they use "Sara" in Thai language meaning "pool" in English language to mix with "Buri" in Thai language meaning "city" in English language. Until year 1902, the old administration system was cancelled and reformed to provincial governed system. Saraburi city was raised to be Saraburi province until now.
Singburi Province. Thailand.
Singburi Province
The area of Singburi hold an important position in early Thai history since Dvaravati period down to Ayutthaya period. Formerly the province separated into 3 small provinces - In Buri, Prom Buri and Sing Buri - which were unified by King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) in 1895.
Main historic event was heroism of Khai Bang Rachan where 400 villagers battled and sacrificed their life against Burma in 1766. This combat took 4 months in Ayutthaya period.
The area of Singburi hold an important position in early Thai history since Dvaravati period down to Ayutthaya period. Formerly the province separated into 3 small provinces - In Buri, Prom Buri and Sing Buri - which were unified by King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) in 1895.
Main historic event was heroism of Khai Bang Rachan where 400 villagers battled and sacrificed their life against Burma in 1766. This combat took 4 months in Ayutthaya period.
Suphanburi Province. Thailand.
Suphanburi Province
Suphan Buri was settled in the Dvaravati period known as Mueang Thawarawadi Si Suphannaphumi during 877-882. When Phra Chao Kratae became the king, he invited bureaucrats to be ordained about 2,000 persons. Another name of this city was called “Songphan Buri” meaning as “two thousand city”. Later when Prince U Thong moved to this city, it was renamed to U Thong city in Ayutthaya kingdom. King Khun Luang Pha Ngua finally gave it the name “Suphanburi”.
Main event in this city was battle between King the Great Naresuan and Phra Maha Oparacha at Donchedi Victory Monument. King the Great Naresuan retrieved Thai ‘s Independence from Burma in Ayutthaya period.
Suphanburi province is covering area about 5,358 square kilometres and its population is about 840,000. The most terrain is low river plains, with small mountain ranges in the north and the west of the province. The southeastern part with the very low plain of the Tha Cheen river is rice farming area.
Suphan Buri was settled in the Dvaravati period known as Mueang Thawarawadi Si Suphannaphumi during 877-882. When Phra Chao Kratae became the king, he invited bureaucrats to be ordained about 2,000 persons. Another name of this city was called “Songphan Buri” meaning as “two thousand city”. Later when Prince U Thong moved to this city, it was renamed to U Thong city in Ayutthaya kingdom. King Khun Luang Pha Ngua finally gave it the name “Suphanburi”.
Main event in this city was battle between King the Great Naresuan and Phra Maha Oparacha at Donchedi Victory Monument. King the Great Naresuan retrieved Thai ‘s Independence from Burma in Ayutthaya period.
Suphanburi province is covering area about 5,358 square kilometres and its population is about 840,000. The most terrain is low river plains, with small mountain ranges in the north and the west of the province. The southeastern part with the very low plain of the Tha Cheen river is rice farming area.
Nakhonpathom Province. Thailand.
Nakhonpathom Province
The name Nakhon Pathom derives from the Pali Nagara Pathama, meaning First city, and is thus often referred as the oldest city of Thailand. It was already an important center during the Dvaravati kingdom from the 6th century until the 11th century, however it might even be older. Some historians speculate it dates back to the 3rd century BC, when Buddhist missionaries from India visited there.
Originally Nakhon Pathom was a coastal city, however due to the sedimentation of the Chao Phraya river the coast line moved away from the city. When the Tha Chin river changed its course, the city was removed from water and was deserted, the population moved to the new city of Nakhon Chaisi (or Sirichai). King Mongkut (Rama IV) moved the population back to the old city in 1870, after the restoration of Phra Pathom Chedi was finished.
Nakhonpathom province is covering area about 2,168 square kilometres and its population is about 798,000.
The name Nakhon Pathom derives from the Pali Nagara Pathama, meaning First city, and is thus often referred as the oldest city of Thailand. It was already an important center during the Dvaravati kingdom from the 6th century until the 11th century, however it might even be older. Some historians speculate it dates back to the 3rd century BC, when Buddhist missionaries from India visited there.
Originally Nakhon Pathom was a coastal city, however due to the sedimentation of the Chao Phraya river the coast line moved away from the city. When the Tha Chin river changed its course, the city was removed from water and was deserted, the population moved to the new city of Nakhon Chaisi (or Sirichai). King Mongkut (Rama IV) moved the population back to the old city in 1870, after the restoration of Phra Pathom Chedi was finished.
Nakhonpathom province is covering area about 2,168 square kilometres and its population is about 798,000.
Nakhonayok Province, Thailand.
Nakhonayok Province
Nakhonayok province had been in Thawaravadhi era. There are hillock and bar of canal at Dong La-Korn sub-district. The city name was appeared in Krungsri-Ayutthaya as frontier city on east side in the reign of Phra Chao Authong. The former name is "Muang Ban-Na" or Ban-Na city where was thick forest and upland. People here could not do agriculture successful so that they immigrated to other cities. The king knew the problem and waived tax for farmland in order to persuade local people to come back again. This plan was success and people came back until becaming a large community. It was called "Muang Na-Yok" and slightly distorted to "Nakhon Na-Yok" from time to time because meaning of word "Nakhon" is bigger than "Muang". In year 1894, Rama V reformed administration system to be precinct governed so that Nakhonayok was aggregated to Prachinburi city. Until year 1902, the old administration system was cancelled and reformed to provincial governed system. Nakhonayok was established to be Nakhonayok province until now.
Nakhonayok province had been in Thawaravadhi era. There are hillock and bar of canal at Dong La-Korn sub-district. The city name was appeared in Krungsri-Ayutthaya as frontier city on east side in the reign of Phra Chao Authong. The former name is "Muang Ban-Na" or Ban-Na city where was thick forest and upland. People here could not do agriculture successful so that they immigrated to other cities. The king knew the problem and waived tax for farmland in order to persuade local people to come back again. This plan was success and people came back until becaming a large community. It was called "Muang Na-Yok" and slightly distorted to "Nakhon Na-Yok" from time to time because meaning of word "Nakhon" is bigger than "Muang". In year 1894, Rama V reformed administration system to be precinct governed so that Nakhonayok was aggregated to Prachinburi city. Until year 1902, the old administration system was cancelled and reformed to provincial governed system. Nakhonayok was established to be Nakhonayok province until now.
Chainart Province, Thailand.
Chainart Province
Originally the city was located at Sankhaburi. In the reign of King Mongkut (Rama IV) the main settlement of the province was moved to its present-day location. During the wars with the Burmese it was an important military base to confront with the Burmese arms. As all these confrontations were successful the city gained the name Chai Nat, which means place of victory.
Originally the city was located at Sankhaburi. In the reign of King Mongkut (Rama IV) the main settlement of the province was moved to its present-day location. During the wars with the Burmese it was an important military base to confront with the Burmese arms. As all these confrontations were successful the city gained the name Chai Nat, which means place of victory.
Bangkok Province, Thailand.
Bangkok Province
Bangkok province has been Thailand's capital since 1782 in the reign of Rama I. Formerly it's called "Krungthephramahanakorn" in Thai language. In 1972 governed by field marshal Thanom Kittikajorn, it's appended to Thonburi province and renamed to "Krungthepmahanakorn" .
Bangkok is covering area more than 1500 square kilometres. There are 7 millions people appoximately living here. It has been central of economic because there are private office, state enterprise office, school, university and main building located here. Moreover, it's center of transportation because being location of International Airport (Suvannaphoom airport) , Seaports, Bus terminal and Railway station junction. Bangkok's transportation is very comfortable because there are bus, train, boat, sky train (BTS), underground train (MRT), Taxi and Tuk-Tuk (tri-motorcycle) for serving all time.
Bangkok is covering area more than 1500 square kilometres. There are 7 millions people appoximately living here. It has been central of economic because there are private office, state enterprise office, school, university and main building located here. Moreover, it's center of transportation because being location of International Airport (Suvannaphoom airport) , Seaports, Bus terminal and Railway station junction. Bangkok's transportation is very comfortable because there are bus, train, boat, sky train (BTS), underground train (MRT), Taxi and Tuk-Tuk (tri-motorcycle) for serving all time.
Nakhonratchasrima Province. Thailand.
Nakhonratchasrima Province
Nakhonratchasrima province was originated from Korat and Srima town . It had been lodges in prehistoric times in Thawaravadhi era until Khmer era. After that, it's released to be deserted. In 1656, King Narai in the Krungsri-Ayutthaya ordered to build fortress in the frontier towns. One of the fortress was built at Korat and Srima town. Both towns were aggregated and renamed to Nakhonratchasrima town.
There is Thao Suranaree 's monument as symbol of the province. She, Thao Suranaree or Yah-Mo, gathered rural villager to fight with Viengchan 's troops in order that they cannot pass this town and continue to Bangkok. Some local people call this town as Muang Yah-Mo ( word "Muang" in Thai language means "Town" in English language).
Nakhonratchasrima province is covering area about 20,000 square kilometres and its population is 2.6 million persons. Most area is on highland where weather is so hot in summer and cool in winter.
Nan Province. Thailand
Nan Province
Former name was Nanthaburi or Wara-Nakhon established by Phraya Phukar in 13th century. Nan became a town in the Sukhothai in later. When Sukhothai declined in power, it became a part of the kingdom of Lannathai. When Lannathai was under Burmese rulership, Nan tried to liberate itself many times without success. In 1788 the Burmese rulers were finally driven back but Nan had to then accepted the new Siam rulers. In 1893, Siam had to give a big part of eastern Nan to French Indochina. In 1931 it become fully integrated into Thailand.
Former name was Nanthaburi or Wara-Nakhon established by Phraya Phukar in 13th century. Nan became a town in the Sukhothai in later. When Sukhothai declined in power, it became a part of the kingdom of Lannathai. When Lannathai was under Burmese rulership, Nan tried to liberate itself many times without success. In 1788 the Burmese rulers were finally driven back but Nan had to then accepted the new Siam rulers. In 1893, Siam had to give a big part of eastern Nan to French Indochina. In 1931 it become fully integrated into Thailand.
Phichit Province. Thailand.
Phichit Province
Phichit, whose name is meaning "beautiful city", is located in the south of Northern of Thailand near Nan river. It was established in 1058 by Phraya Kotabongthevaraja, and was a part of the Sukhothai kingdom as revealed in King The Great Ramkamhaeng's stone inscription. The city name was changed several times. At first it was called Sra Luang in Sukhothai period, and later of Ayutthayain period it was called Okhaburi (city in the swamp), and then finally Phichit.
King named "Somdet Phrabudhachao Sue" in Ayuthaya period was born at here. Phichit was origin of "Kaithong" famous tale of Thailand.
Phichit, whose name is meaning "beautiful city", is located in the south of Northern of Thailand near Nan river. It was established in 1058 by Phraya Kotabongthevaraja, and was a part of the Sukhothai kingdom as revealed in King The Great Ramkamhaeng's stone inscription. The city name was changed several times. At first it was called Sra Luang in Sukhothai period, and later of Ayutthayain period it was called Okhaburi (city in the swamp), and then finally Phichit.
King named "Somdet Phrabudhachao Sue" in Ayuthaya period was born at here. Phichit was origin of "Kaithong" famous tale of Thailand.
Uthaithani Province. Thailand.
Uthaithani Province
During the Sukhothai period, Thao Mahaphom established this town at Ban Uthai kao after called “Muang U Thai”. It was later abandoned when the river changed course. Patabeut, a member of the Karen ethnicity, revived the settlement at here during the Ayutthaya period. It served as a fort protecting the boundary of the kingdom then.
It renamed the city from its old name Uthai to Uthai Thani later. In 1892 King Rama V added the area of Uthai Thani to the Monthon Nakhon Sawan, and in 1933 announced to Uthaithani province.
Uthaithani province is covering area about 6,730 square kilometres and its population is about 326,000 persons. There are attractive places such as Sa Kae Kang mountain, Huay Kar Khaeng Wildlife sanctuary, Kao Klong Chai cave and Hin-Lath waterfall.
During the Sukhothai period, Thao Mahaphom established this town at Ban Uthai kao after called “Muang U Thai”. It was later abandoned when the river changed course. Patabeut, a member of the Karen ethnicity, revived the settlement at here during the Ayutthaya period. It served as a fort protecting the boundary of the kingdom then.
It renamed the city from its old name Uthai to Uthai Thani later. In 1892 King Rama V added the area of Uthai Thani to the Monthon Nakhon Sawan, and in 1933 announced to Uthaithani province.
Uthaithani province is covering area about 6,730 square kilometres and its population is about 326,000 persons. There are attractive places such as Sa Kae Kang mountain, Huay Kar Khaeng Wildlife sanctuary, Kao Klong Chai cave and Hin-Lath waterfall.
Maehongson province. Thailand.
Maehongson province
bordered to Myanmar. It is assumed that there had been Lawa tribe 's lodges for a long time ago becuase ancient corpses and graves were discovered here. There was small community in Mae-Hongsorn where is passage way to Krungsri-Ayutthaya for Myanmar 's army. Unitl year 1831 in early Ratanakosin in the reign of Rama III, Phraya Chiangmai Mahawong known area in the west of Chiangmai city is mountains, thick forest and wildlife abounding. He appointed Chao Kao-Boonma to take mahouts elephants used as an decoy to catch wild elephants there. After he catched wild elephants, he went to some area (Mae-Hongsorn in present) and found that the area is suitable for establishing village and elephant training center. He named this area to "Mae-Longsorn". This word was distorted to be "Mae-Hongsorn" in later. In year 1874 in the reign of Rama V, he promoted Mae-Hongsorn town to be Mae-Hongsorn city before were reformed to be province in the later time.
Maehongsorn province is covering area about 12,681 square kilometres and its population is about 243,000 persons. Another name is "Muang Sam-Mok" because the area is surrouned with mountains so that this province is covered by fog all the year. There are many beautiful natural places, mountains and forests so that this province is called "Switzerland in Thailand". Moreover old tradition and culture here such as the old house pattern, costumes and language are attractive things for tourists as well.
bordered to Myanmar. It is assumed that there had been Lawa tribe 's lodges for a long time ago becuase ancient corpses and graves were discovered here. There was small community in Mae-Hongsorn where is passage way to Krungsri-Ayutthaya for Myanmar 's army. Unitl year 1831 in early Ratanakosin in the reign of Rama III, Phraya Chiangmai Mahawong known area in the west of Chiangmai city is mountains, thick forest and wildlife abounding. He appointed Chao Kao-Boonma to take mahouts elephants used as an decoy to catch wild elephants there. After he catched wild elephants, he went to some area (Mae-Hongsorn in present) and found that the area is suitable for establishing village and elephant training center. He named this area to "Mae-Longsorn". This word was distorted to be "Mae-Hongsorn" in later. In year 1874 in the reign of Rama V, he promoted Mae-Hongsorn town to be Mae-Hongsorn city before were reformed to be province in the later time.
Maehongsorn province is covering area about 12,681 square kilometres and its population is about 243,000 persons. Another name is "Muang Sam-Mok" because the area is surrouned with mountains so that this province is covered by fog all the year. There are many beautiful natural places, mountains and forests so that this province is called "Switzerland in Thailand". Moreover old tradition and culture here such as the old house pattern, costumes and language are attractive things for tourists as well.
Uttaradit Province. Thailand.
Uttaradit Province
Uttaradit was town of legend "Muang Lub-Lare" where beautiful widows stay at. It's Phichai 's birthplace who is the leading warlord in Thonburi period. During the war with the Burmese after the fall of Ayutthaya, Phichai was the site of several battles. The ruler of Phichai succeeded to fight back the Burmese and was awarded with the title Phraya Phichai Dabhak. Archeologists discovered ancient drums made of bronze at Mueng district in 1927. It's main evidence shown there were settlement here before 457. Uttaradit has been the town of Art and Cultural since ancient times.
Uttaradit was town of legend "Muang Lub-Lare" where beautiful widows stay at. It's Phichai 's birthplace who is the leading warlord in Thonburi period. During the war with the Burmese after the fall of Ayutthaya, Phichai was the site of several battles. The ruler of Phichai succeeded to fight back the Burmese and was awarded with the title Phraya Phichai Dabhak. Archeologists discovered ancient drums made of bronze at Mueng district in 1927. It's main evidence shown there were settlement here before 457. Uttaradit has been the town of Art and Cultural since ancient times.
Nakhonsawan Province. Thailand.
Nakhonsawan Province
Nakhonsawan province is ancient city assumed that it was built in Sukhothai era. It was appeared in stone inscription as "Muang Phrabang". It was one of main frontier city since Sukhothai to Ratanakosin. It was renamed to "Muang Shon-Tawan" because the front of city turn to Chao Phraya River on east side and shined by sun light all the time. It was renamed to "Nakhonsawan City" in later. Another name was called by local people as "Paknampho city" since Krungsri-Ayutthaya. There are two assumptions for city name "Paknampho". One is distorted from "Paknampoh" meaning "estuary of Chao Phraya River is appeared here" because Chao Phraya River is originated from additon of Ping River, Yom River and Nan River. Another is distorted from "Paknamphor" because there is large peepul (bo tree) near the estuary of Chao Phraya River.
Nakhonsawan province is ancient city assumed that it was built in Sukhothai era. It was appeared in stone inscription as "Muang Phrabang". It was one of main frontier city since Sukhothai to Ratanakosin. It was renamed to "Muang Shon-Tawan" because the front of city turn to Chao Phraya River on east side and shined by sun light all the time. It was renamed to "Nakhonsawan City" in later. Another name was called by local people as "Paknampho city" since Krungsri-Ayutthaya. There are two assumptions for city name "Paknampho". One is distorted from "Paknampoh" meaning "estuary of Chao Phraya River is appeared here" because Chao Phraya River is originated from additon of Ping River, Yom River and Nan River. Another is distorted from "Paknamphor" because there is large peepul (bo tree) near the estuary of Chao Phraya River.
Lamphoon Province. Thailand.
Lamphoon Province
Former name was Haripunchai where was founded by Wasuthep anchorite as city of the Mon kingdom in the 12th century. During 16th century, Lamphoon was also under Burmese for two centuries. In the 18th century, Lamphoon was free from the Burmese and ruled by Thonburi kindom. Eventually after the administrative reform of Thailand government in 1932, Lamphoon became a province of Kingdom of Thailand.
Former name was Haripunchai where was founded by Wasuthep anchorite as city of the Mon kingdom in the 12th century. During 16th century, Lamphoon was also under Burmese for two centuries. In the 18th century, Lamphoon was free from the Burmese and ruled by Thonburi kindom. Eventually after the administrative reform of Thailand government in 1932, Lamphoon became a province of Kingdom of Thailand.
Nakhonsawan Province. Thailand.
Nakhonsawan Province
Nakhonsawan province is ancient city assumed that it was built in Sukhothai era. It was appeared in stone inscription as "Muang Phrabang". It was one of main frontier city since Sukhothai to Ratanakosin. It was renamed to "Muang Shon-Tawan" because the front of city turn to Chao Phraya River on east side and shined by sun light all the time. It was renamed to "Nakhonsawan City" in later. Another name was called by local people as "Paknampho city" since Krungsri-Ayutthaya. There are two assumptions for city name "Paknampho". One is distorted from "Paknampoh" meaning "estuary of Chao Phraya River is appeared here" because Chao Phraya River is originated from additon of Ping River, Yom River and Nan River. Another is distorted from "Paknamphor" because there is large peepul (bo tree) near the estuary of Chao Phraya River.
Nakhonsawan province is ancient city assumed that it was built in Sukhothai era. It was appeared in stone inscription as "Muang Phrabang". It was one of main frontier city since Sukhothai to Ratanakosin. It was renamed to "Muang Shon-Tawan" because the front of city turn to Chao Phraya River on east side and shined by sun light all the time. It was renamed to "Nakhonsawan City" in later. Another name was called by local people as "Paknampho city" since Krungsri-Ayutthaya. There are two assumptions for city name "Paknampho". One is distorted from "Paknampoh" meaning "estuary of Chao Phraya River is appeared here" because Chao Phraya River is originated from additon of Ping River, Yom River and Nan River. Another is distorted from "Paknamphor" because there is large peepul (bo tree) near the estuary of Chao Phraya River.
Lampang Province. Thailand
Lampang Province
Lampang was part of the Dvaravati period as Haripunchai kingdom of the Mon (Khmer) in the 7th century. During 17th Lampang was under the Burmese. In 1774, Boonma and Kavila suzerain fighted with Myanmar and got victory in the reign of King The Great Taksin. Afterwards King Rama V began governing in precinct style. Finally, it was announced to Lampang province in the reign of King Rama VII in 1933.
Lampang province was named formerly in many as Sridonchai, Lamphakampa Nakhon, Cockood Nakhon. There is white cock in the Libeary as province's symbolic. According to local legend, Buddha visited this province. The Indra worried the people in this town would not get up by themselves to give food offerings to a Buddha. Thus he is transforming himself into a white cock in order to wake them.
Lampang was part of the Dvaravati period as Haripunchai kingdom of the Mon (Khmer) in the 7th century. During 17th Lampang was under the Burmese. In 1774, Boonma and Kavila suzerain fighted with Myanmar and got victory in the reign of King The Great Taksin. Afterwards King Rama V began governing in precinct style. Finally, it was announced to Lampang province in the reign of King Rama VII in 1933.
Lampang province was named formerly in many as Sridonchai, Lamphakampa Nakhon, Cockood Nakhon. There is white cock in the Libeary as province's symbolic. According to local legend, Buddha visited this province. The Indra worried the people in this town would not get up by themselves to give food offerings to a Buddha. Thus he is transforming himself into a white cock in order to wake them.
Phare Province. Thailand.
Phare Province
Phare province was town of literature. During the Khmer era, the town name was "Muang Wiang Ko-Sai" which mean "faille" in English language or "Phar Phae" in Thai language. Afterwards King Rama V began governing in precinct style. Finally, it was established to Phare province in the reign of King Rama VII in 1933.
Phare province was town of literature. During the Khmer era, the town name was "Muang Wiang Ko-Sai" which mean "faille" in English language or "Phar Phae" in Thai language. Afterwards King Rama V began governing in precinct style. Finally, it was established to Phare province in the reign of King Rama VII in 1933.
Phetchaboon Province. Thailand.
Phetchaboon Province
Phetchaboon province is located in the south of Northern region or the north of Central region. It was supposed to be built in two eras as Sukhothai era and Krungsri-Ayutthaya era in the reign of King the Great Narai. Its name was formerly "Phetchabora" or "pheutpura" meaning abundance city. It was frontier city for preventing enemy from the north.
Phetchaboon province is covering area about 12,668 square kilometres and its population is about 452,000 persons. Most area is lowland like bottom of pan because there are mountains surrounding area in the north, east and west side. Main river is Pasak River.
Phetchaboon province is located in the south of Northern region or the north of Central region. It was supposed to be built in two eras as Sukhothai era and Krungsri-Ayutthaya era in the reign of King the Great Narai. Its name was formerly "Phetchabora" or "pheutpura" meaning abundance city. It was frontier city for preventing enemy from the north.
Phetchaboon province is covering area about 12,668 square kilometres and its population is about 452,000 persons. Most area is lowland like bottom of pan because there are mountains surrounding area in the north, east and west side. Main river is Pasak River.
Kampaengphet Province. Thailand.
Kampaengphet Province
Kampaengphet province is historical city built since Thavaravadhi era about 700 years ago. It had been location of many ancient cities such as Chakungrow, Nakornchum, Tri-Tueng, Thepnakorn and Kanathi city. Its name was formerly "Chakungrow". There are many historical evidences such as ancient walls, tunnels, fortress and temples. It is assumed that originate from two cities as "Chakungrow" built by Phrachao Lerthai and "Nakornchum" built by Phrachao Lithai in Sukhothai era. It was frontier city for preventing enemy from the north.
Kampaengphet province is historical city built since Thavaravadhi era about 700 years ago. It had been location of many ancient cities such as Chakungrow, Nakornchum, Tri-Tueng, Thepnakorn and Kanathi city. Its name was formerly "Chakungrow". There are many historical evidences such as ancient walls, tunnels, fortress and temples. It is assumed that originate from two cities as "Chakungrow" built by Phrachao Lerthai and "Nakornchum" built by Phrachao Lithai in Sukhothai era. It was frontier city for preventing enemy from the north.
Sukhothai Province, Thailand.
Sukhothai Province
Sukhothai province was Siam (Thai) 's first capital in year 1257. During the Sukhothai era, the most famous King was King the great Phrokun-Ramkhamhaeng who invent Thai alphabets and establish foundation of politics, dominances and religious. The name "Sukhothai" was consisted of "Sukha" and "Uthai" meaning "Dawn of Happiness time". Nowaday it still remains ruins, historic building and temple as relic or memorial for the glory in past. If sombody would like to see historical place, do not miss to visit Sukhothai province.
Sukhothai province was Siam (Thai) 's first capital in year 1257. During the Sukhothai era, the most famous King was King the great Phrokun-Ramkhamhaeng who invent Thai alphabets and establish foundation of politics, dominances and religious. The name "Sukhothai" was consisted of "Sukha" and "Uthai" meaning "Dawn of Happiness time". Nowaday it still remains ruins, historic building and temple as relic or memorial for the glory in past. If sombody would like to see historical place, do not miss to visit Sukhothai province.
Phitsanuloak Province. Thailand.
Phitsanuloak Province
Phitsanuloak province was established in Khmer era during B.S. 1500s. Former name was "Muang Song-Kwai" or "Song-Kwai" city because its location is on area between Nan river and Kwai river. In year 1357 in Sukhothai era, King Somdej Phra Mahathammaracha Lithai ordered to relocate Song-Kwai city to the present location. In Krungsri-Ayutthaya, King Somdej Phraborom Trilokranat renamed "Song-Kwai" to "Phitsanuloak" city. Until year 1894 in Ratanakosin era, Rama V promoted Phitsanuloak city to be Phitsanuloak precinct before it was raised to be province in autonomy changing to democracy.
Phitsanuloak province is covering area about 10,815 square kilometres and its population is about 842,000 persons. Most area is mountains and forests in the east side and others is low land along river. There are 2 main rivers such as Nan river and Yom river. Furthermore, there are many attractive places such as Wat Phrasrimahathat Woramahawihan, Sakunothayan Park (Wang Nang-An waterfall), Thung Sa-Langluang National Park, Namtok Chatrakarn National Park, Phru Soidao Natural Park and Phru Hin Long-Ka National Park.
Phitsanuloak province was established in Khmer era during B.S. 1500s. Former name was "Muang Song-Kwai" or "Song-Kwai" city because its location is on area between Nan river and Kwai river. In year 1357 in Sukhothai era, King Somdej Phra Mahathammaracha Lithai ordered to relocate Song-Kwai city to the present location. In Krungsri-Ayutthaya, King Somdej Phraborom Trilokranat renamed "Song-Kwai" to "Phitsanuloak" city. Until year 1894 in Ratanakosin era, Rama V promoted Phitsanuloak city to be Phitsanuloak precinct before it was raised to be province in autonomy changing to democracy.
Phitsanuloak province is covering area about 10,815 square kilometres and its population is about 842,000 persons. Most area is mountains and forests in the east side and others is low land along river. There are 2 main rivers such as Nan river and Yom river. Furthermore, there are many attractive places such as Wat Phrasrimahathat Woramahawihan, Sakunothayan Park (Wang Nang-An waterfall), Thung Sa-Langluang National Park, Namtok Chatrakarn National Park, Phru Soidao Natural Park and Phru Hin Long-Ka National Park.
Phayao Province. Thailand
Phayao Province
Phayao province was historical city in Lanna-Thai era and built by "Phor-Khun-Ngam-Muang" during B.S. 1600s. Its name was formerly "Phrukarmyao" or "Phayow. In Ratanakosin era, it was renamed to "Phayao" and became one of cities in Chiangrai province. Until year 1977, it was promoted to be Phayao province.
Phayao province is covering area about 6,335 square kilometres and its population is about 488,500 persons. There are attractive places such as Kwan Phrayao (Phayao Lake), Analyo temple (Doi-Budsarakum), Doi-Luang Natural Park, Phru-Sang National Park and Mae-Wong National Park.
Phayao province was historical city in Lanna-Thai era and built by "Phor-Khun-Ngam-Muang" during B.S. 1600s. Its name was formerly "Phrukarmyao" or "Phayow. In Ratanakosin era, it was renamed to "Phayao" and became one of cities in Chiangrai province. Until year 1977, it was promoted to be Phayao province.
Phayao province is covering area about 6,335 square kilometres and its population is about 488,500 persons. There are attractive places such as Kwan Phrayao (Phayao Lake), Analyo temple (Doi-Budsarakum), Doi-Luang Natural Park, Phru-Sang National Park and Mae-Wong National Park.
Chiangrai Province. Thailand
Chiangrai Province Chiangrai province is located in the northest of Thailand. Its name is meaning "Meng-Rai 's city" because it was established in the reign of King Meng-Rai in year 1262. In later Chiangrai, Chiangmai and Chiangsaen became colony of Myanmar in the reign of King Burengnong in 1558. Until year 1804, two cites (Chiangmai and Chiangrai) were retrieved and returned to Siam or Thailand in the reign of Rama I in early Ratanakosin but Chiangsaen city was leaved to be deserted. King Rama III recovered Chiangrai city in order to be town of Chiangmai for protecting Myanmar 's invasion. In year 1894 in the reign of Rama V, he promoted Chiangrai city to be equal to Chiangmai city before both cities were reformed to be province in the later time.
Chiangrai province is covering area about 11,678 square kilometres and its population is about 1.2 million persons. Most area is mountains and plain along rivers. Its area is on 416 metres high above sea level.
Chiangmai Province, Thailand.
Chiangmai Province
Chiangmai province was named formerly as Nopburi-Srinakhonphink-Chiangmai and was capital of Lanna-Thai 's Territory in 1296. In 1558, it became a colony of Myanmar until 200 years later. In 1774, King Taksin moved the troops to fight with Myanmar and get victory so that Chiangmai had belonged to Siam 's Territory or Thailand at present. Afterwards King Rama V began governing in precinct style. Chiangmai was taken into Phayab precinct. Finally, it was established to Chiangmai province in the reign of King Rama VII in 1933.
Chiangmai province is covering area about 20,000 square kilometres and its population is 1.7 million persons. There are 13 hill tribes spreading to each mountains in the province. Most area is hills or grove woods but there is some plains on the both side of Ping River. There is the highest mountain in Thailand named "Doi Inthanon" or "Inthanon Mountain".
Chiangmai province was named formerly as Nopburi-Srinakhonphink-Chiangmai and was capital of Lanna-Thai 's Territory in 1296. In 1558, it became a colony of Myanmar until 200 years later. In 1774, King Taksin moved the troops to fight with Myanmar and get victory so that Chiangmai had belonged to Siam 's Territory or Thailand at present. Afterwards King Rama V began governing in precinct style. Chiangmai was taken into Phayab precinct. Finally, it was established to Chiangmai province in the reign of King Rama VII in 1933.
Chiangmai province is covering area about 20,000 square kilometres and its population is 1.7 million persons. There are 13 hill tribes spreading to each mountains in the province. Most area is hills or grove woods but there is some plains on the both side of Ping River. There is the highest mountain in Thailand named "Doi Inthanon" or "Inthanon Mountain".
Satun Province. Thailand
Satun Province
Satun is one of the four provinces of Thailand which have a Muslim majority: 70% are Muslim and 30% are Buddhists. Most of the Muslims have some ethnic-Malay ancestry, though only 9.9% of the population claims to be ethnically Malay. The Malay dialect used in Satun is distinctly different from Pattani Malay and is much closer to the Kedah dialect of Malay, with a significant admixture of Thai influences.
Since Satun had belonged to the Kedah Sultanate, which had a strong relationship with both Ayutthaya and Siam under the Chakri dynasty, its Malay Muslims commonly intermarry with Thai Buddhists without serious religious hesitation. This custom has created a distinct social group known as Samsam, meaning a mixed person. Most Samsams, if not all, are Muslims.
Unlike the other Muslim majority provinces in Thailand, Satun does not have a history of political confrontation with the central power in Bangkok or of tension with the Buddhist population which makes up the majority of Thailand as a country.[3] Malay Muslims in Satun are substantially assimilated and rarely sympathise with separatism from Thailand, in contrast to the Malay Muslims in Pattani, Narathiwat and Yala.
Satun is one of the four provinces of Thailand which have a Muslim majority: 70% are Muslim and 30% are Buddhists. Most of the Muslims have some ethnic-Malay ancestry, though only 9.9% of the population claims to be ethnically Malay. The Malay dialect used in Satun is distinctly different from Pattani Malay and is much closer to the Kedah dialect of Malay, with a significant admixture of Thai influences.
Since Satun had belonged to the Kedah Sultanate, which had a strong relationship with both Ayutthaya and Siam under the Chakri dynasty, its Malay Muslims commonly intermarry with Thai Buddhists without serious religious hesitation. This custom has created a distinct social group known as Samsam, meaning a mixed person. Most Samsams, if not all, are Muslims.
Unlike the other Muslim majority provinces in Thailand, Satun does not have a history of political confrontation with the central power in Bangkok or of tension with the Buddhist population which makes up the majority of Thailand as a country.[3] Malay Muslims in Satun are substantially assimilated and rarely sympathise with separatism from Thailand, in contrast to the Malay Muslims in Pattani, Narathiwat and Yala.
Songkhla Province. Thailand
Songkhla Province
Songkhla was the seat of an old Malay Kingdom with heavy Srivijayan influence. In ancient times (200 AD - 1400 AD), Songkhla formed the northern extremity of the Malay Kingdom of Langkasuka. The city-state then became a tributary of Nakhon Si Thammarat, suffering damage during several attempts to gain independence. Since the 18th century, Songkla has been firmly under Thai suzerainty.
The Na Songkhla family's residence, now used as the Songkhla National MuseumIn the 18th century many Chinese immigrants, especially from Guangdong and Fujian, came to the province. Quickly rising to economic wealth, one of them won the bidding for the major tax farm of the province in 1769, establishing the Na Songkhla (i.e. 'from Songkhla') family as the most wealthy and influential. In 1777 the family also gained political power, when the old governor was dismissed and Luang Inthakhiri (Yiang, Chinese name Wu Rang became the new governor. In 1786 the old governor started an uprising, which was however put down after four months. The post was inherited in the family and held by 8 of his descendants until 1901, when Phraya Wichiankhiri (Chom) was honorably retired as part of the administrative reforms of Prince Damrong Rajanubhab. The family's former home has been converted into the Songkhla National Museum in 1953.
In 1909, Songkhla was formally annexed by Siam as part of Anglo-Siamese Treaty of 1909 negotiated with the British Empire. Songkhla was the scene of heavy fighting when the Imperial Japanese Army invaded Thailand on 8 December 1941.
Songkhla was not initially affected by the recent outbreak of Pattani Separatism, which began in 2004. However, bombs planted in 2005 and 2007 created fear the insurgence might spread into Songkhla province as well. The districts Chana and Thepha bordering Pattani however are under martial law since 2005.
People of the Buddhist faith make up about three-quarters of the population, most of whom are of Thai or Chinese ethnicity. About a quarter of the population are Muslim, many of whom are of mixed Thai and Malay ancestry. People proclaiming to be of Malay ethnicity make up a minority among the Muslim populace. The Songkhla Malays are very similar in ethnicity and culture to the Malays of Kelantan, Malaysia. They speak the Patani Malay language, which differs from the Bahasa Malay predominantly by means of actively used vocabulary and also in pronunciation.
Songkhla was the seat of an old Malay Kingdom with heavy Srivijayan influence. In ancient times (200 AD - 1400 AD), Songkhla formed the northern extremity of the Malay Kingdom of Langkasuka. The city-state then became a tributary of Nakhon Si Thammarat, suffering damage during several attempts to gain independence. Since the 18th century, Songkla has been firmly under Thai suzerainty.
The Na Songkhla family's residence, now used as the Songkhla National MuseumIn the 18th century many Chinese immigrants, especially from Guangdong and Fujian, came to the province. Quickly rising to economic wealth, one of them won the bidding for the major tax farm of the province in 1769, establishing the Na Songkhla (i.e. 'from Songkhla') family as the most wealthy and influential. In 1777 the family also gained political power, when the old governor was dismissed and Luang Inthakhiri (Yiang, Chinese name Wu Rang became the new governor. In 1786 the old governor started an uprising, which was however put down after four months. The post was inherited in the family and held by 8 of his descendants until 1901, when Phraya Wichiankhiri (Chom) was honorably retired as part of the administrative reforms of Prince Damrong Rajanubhab. The family's former home has been converted into the Songkhla National Museum in 1953.
In 1909, Songkhla was formally annexed by Siam as part of Anglo-Siamese Treaty of 1909 negotiated with the British Empire. Songkhla was the scene of heavy fighting when the Imperial Japanese Army invaded Thailand on 8 December 1941.
Songkhla was not initially affected by the recent outbreak of Pattani Separatism, which began in 2004. However, bombs planted in 2005 and 2007 created fear the insurgence might spread into Songkhla province as well. The districts Chana and Thepha bordering Pattani however are under martial law since 2005.
People of the Buddhist faith make up about three-quarters of the population, most of whom are of Thai or Chinese ethnicity. About a quarter of the population are Muslim, many of whom are of mixed Thai and Malay ancestry. People proclaiming to be of Malay ethnicity make up a minority among the Muslim populace. The Songkhla Malays are very similar in ethnicity and culture to the Malays of Kelantan, Malaysia. They speak the Patani Malay language, which differs from the Bahasa Malay predominantly by means of actively used vocabulary and also in pronunciation.
Surathani Province. Thailand
Surathani Province
Surathani province was ancient town since historic times. Aborigine was Malay. There has been evidence showing that this town is added to Srivichai territory. When the territoty deteriorated, the town was seperated to be 3 smal towns as Muang Chiya, Muang Tha-Thong and Muang Khirirat. In the reign of Rama IV, he removed Muang Tha-Thong to Ban-Don and renamed to Muang Kanchanaditch. Afterward Siam 's Administration was changed to be precinct governed and aggregated 3 towns to be single town and renamed as "Muang Chaiya". Until year 1915 in the reign of King Rama VI, Muang Chaiya was renamed to Muang Surathani which mean town of good man.
Surathani province is the largest province in the southern of Thailand and covering area about 12,891 square kilometres and its population is almost one million persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as monkey training center, Khao-Sok National Park and Ratchaprapha dam and famous islands such as Koh Samui and Koh Pha-Ngun (word "Koh" in Thai language means "island" in English language.
Surathani province was ancient town since historic times. Aborigine was Malay. There has been evidence showing that this town is added to Srivichai territory. When the territoty deteriorated, the town was seperated to be 3 smal towns as Muang Chiya, Muang Tha-Thong and Muang Khirirat. In the reign of Rama IV, he removed Muang Tha-Thong to Ban-Don and renamed to Muang Kanchanaditch. Afterward Siam 's Administration was changed to be precinct governed and aggregated 3 towns to be single town and renamed as "Muang Chaiya". Until year 1915 in the reign of King Rama VI, Muang Chaiya was renamed to Muang Surathani which mean town of good man.
Surathani province is the largest province in the southern of Thailand and covering area about 12,891 square kilometres and its population is almost one million persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as monkey training center, Khao-Sok National Park and Ratchaprapha dam and famous islands such as Koh Samui and Koh Pha-Ngun (word "Koh" in Thai language means "island" in English language.
Ranong Province. Thailand
Ranong Province
Ranong province was small town dominated by Chumporn city in the Krungsri-Ayutthaya. The first governer was appointed to Luang Ranong. Unitl he died in year 1854, King Rama III appointed Phra Ratanasejdhi (Khor-Sujiang) who is customs officer to a governer of Ranong. He was the begining of "Na Ranong" family. In the reign of Rama IV, he raised Ranong town to be Ranong city and gove Tra town dominated to Ranong. Ranong city reported to Bangkok directly. Phra Ratanasejdhi was promoted to be Phraya Ratanasejdhi as a governor of Ranong city.
Ranong province is the smallest province in the southern of Thailand and the first province is connected to Andaman sea. It is covering area about 3,297 square kilometres and its population is 170,000 persons approximately. There is the narrowest of Thailand called "Khor-Kload-Kra" where is 8 kilometres wide. Most area is mountains and forests
There are many attractive natural places such as Hot Water Pool (Raksawarin Flora Park), Torne-Phetch Waterfall, Ngauw Waterfall and Laem-Sond National Park.
Ranong province was small town dominated by Chumporn city in the Krungsri-Ayutthaya. The first governer was appointed to Luang Ranong. Unitl he died in year 1854, King Rama III appointed Phra Ratanasejdhi (Khor-Sujiang) who is customs officer to a governer of Ranong. He was the begining of "Na Ranong" family. In the reign of Rama IV, he raised Ranong town to be Ranong city and gove Tra town dominated to Ranong. Ranong city reported to Bangkok directly. Phra Ratanasejdhi was promoted to be Phraya Ratanasejdhi as a governor of Ranong city.
Ranong province is the smallest province in the southern of Thailand and the first province is connected to Andaman sea. It is covering area about 3,297 square kilometres and its population is 170,000 persons approximately. There is the narrowest of Thailand called "Khor-Kload-Kra" where is 8 kilometres wide. Most area is mountains and forests
There are many attractive natural places such as Hot Water Pool (Raksawarin Flora Park), Torne-Phetch Waterfall, Ngauw Waterfall and Laem-Sond National Park.
Yala Province. Thailand.
Yala Province
Yala is the southernmost province (changwat) of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are (from north-west clockwise) Songkhla, Pattani and Narathiwat. Yala is the only land-locked province in the south of Thailand. The southern part borders Kedah and Perak of Malaysia. This city has once been one of the most beautiful city in Thailand and popular city for tourism. However, after rioter movement for separate, it later became to degenerate.
In 1909, it was annexed by Siam as part of Anglo-Siamese Treaty of 1909 negotiated with the British Empire. Along with Narathiwat, Yala was originally part of Pattani Province but they were split off and became provinces of their own. There is a separatist movement in Yala, which after being dormant for many years erupted again in 2004. The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all but essential travel in the province. Yala is one of the four provinces of Thailand with a Muslim majority.
Yala province is covering area about 4,521 square kilometres and its population is almost 459,900 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as Tham Mae Nang Montho, Bang Lang Dam, Namtok Than To, Sakai Village and Betong Hot Spring.
Yala is the southernmost province (changwat) of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are (from north-west clockwise) Songkhla, Pattani and Narathiwat. Yala is the only land-locked province in the south of Thailand. The southern part borders Kedah and Perak of Malaysia. This city has once been one of the most beautiful city in Thailand and popular city for tourism. However, after rioter movement for separate, it later became to degenerate.
In 1909, it was annexed by Siam as part of Anglo-Siamese Treaty of 1909 negotiated with the British Empire. Along with Narathiwat, Yala was originally part of Pattani Province but they were split off and became provinces of their own. There is a separatist movement in Yala, which after being dormant for many years erupted again in 2004. The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all but essential travel in the province. Yala is one of the four provinces of Thailand with a Muslim majority.
Yala province is covering area about 4,521 square kilometres and its population is almost 459,900 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as Tham Mae Nang Montho, Bang Lang Dam, Namtok Than To, Sakai Village and Betong Hot Spring.
Phrukret Province. Thailand.
Phrukret Province
Phrukret is name distorted from "Bhu-Krit" in Malay language which means "mountain". It's discovered in Sukhothai era and called "Talang". In 1785, King Rama became a colony of Myanmar until 200 years later. In 1774, in the reign of King Rama I, Myanmar moved the troop by sea to Takou-Pla and Takou-Thung towns and occupied them. In later they besieged to Talang town and wanted to posses it while Talang governer died. There are two women, Jun (governer 's wife) and muk (her sister), to be main in fighting with Myanmar so that Myanmar had lack of food and retreat. Afterwards King Rama I appointed Jun and Muk to be Thao Thep-Krasartri and Thao Sri-Suntorn respectively. Until the reign of King Rama V, Talang town was renamed to "Koh Phrukret" (word "Koh" in Thai language means "Island" in English language..
Phrukret province is the largest island in Thailand and covering area about 500 square kilometres and its population is 250,000 persons. The province is known as "the pearl of Andaman Sea" because there are beautiful beach, white sand and bluish-green sea.
There are many famous beaches such as Hath Pla-Tong and Hath Mai-Kao or gulfs for countering waves such as Aou Karon and Aou Kha-Ta. Island near Phrukret is very popular as well such as Pee-Pee island where is one of the most famous island in the world and there are many movie films made here such as Jame Bond 007.
Phrukret is name distorted from "Bhu-Krit" in Malay language which means "mountain". It's discovered in Sukhothai era and called "Talang". In 1785, King Rama became a colony of Myanmar until 200 years later. In 1774, in the reign of King Rama I, Myanmar moved the troop by sea to Takou-Pla and Takou-Thung towns and occupied them. In later they besieged to Talang town and wanted to posses it while Talang governer died. There are two women, Jun (governer 's wife) and muk (her sister), to be main in fighting with Myanmar so that Myanmar had lack of food and retreat. Afterwards King Rama I appointed Jun and Muk to be Thao Thep-Krasartri and Thao Sri-Suntorn respectively. Until the reign of King Rama V, Talang town was renamed to "Koh Phrukret" (word "Koh" in Thai language means "Island" in English language..
Phrukret province is the largest island in Thailand and covering area about 500 square kilometres and its population is 250,000 persons. The province is known as "the pearl of Andaman Sea" because there are beautiful beach, white sand and bluish-green sea.
There are many famous beaches such as Hath Pla-Tong and Hath Mai-Kao or gulfs for countering waves such as Aou Karon and Aou Kha-Ta. Island near Phrukret is very popular as well such as Pee-Pee island where is one of the most famous island in the world and there are many movie films made here such as Jame Bond 007.
Phatthalung Province. Thailand
Phatthalung Province
Phatthalung is one of the oldest ancient city in southern Thailand and a city of Khao Oak-Taroo. Its history is assumed that Phatthalung city was built in Srivichai edge and located in Khao Hua-Daeng opposite of the Songkhla city today. Due to various disasters interference, it caused to move location of the city many times. In the reign of King Ramathibodi 1 (Au-Thong) of Ayutthaya, Phatthalung city was as part of the 15 cities in the southern city of Nakhon Si Thammarat control. In 1927 B.E., when King Ramesuan sent an army to Chiang Mai and was getting victory. Some of Northern residents are immigrated down to Phatthalung city. In the late Ayutthaya period, the Phatthalung city was moved to set the Tha-Samet (today in the Chaawd district, Nakhon Si Thammarat) and then moved again to set the Khuan Ma-phoud district (It is in Muang district today).
In the reign of King Rama 1 of Rattanakosin period, Phatthalung city was promoted to report to the defense as a Master Class city and moved to the Paknam Lampam (estuary). When King Rama V had reformed administrative to State governance, Phatthalung city was under control of the Nakhon Si Thammarat county. Until the year 2467 B.E. in the reign of King Rama VI, the city was moved to set the Khoo Ha-Sawan district where is currently located. When the state government was cancelled in year 2476 B.E., Phatthalung city has promoted to province until now.
Phatthalung province is covering area about 3,424 square kilometres and its population is almost 498,000 persons. Most area is covered with mountains and seasides.
There are many attractive places such as Wat Khuha Sawan, Khao Pu – Khao Ya National Park, Tham Matcha Pla Won (cave), Pha Phueng, and Namtok Phaiwan.
Phatthalung is one of the oldest ancient city in southern Thailand and a city of Khao Oak-Taroo. Its history is assumed that Phatthalung city was built in Srivichai edge and located in Khao Hua-Daeng opposite of the Songkhla city today. Due to various disasters interference, it caused to move location of the city many times. In the reign of King Ramathibodi 1 (Au-Thong) of Ayutthaya, Phatthalung city was as part of the 15 cities in the southern city of Nakhon Si Thammarat control. In 1927 B.E., when King Ramesuan sent an army to Chiang Mai and was getting victory. Some of Northern residents are immigrated down to Phatthalung city. In the late Ayutthaya period, the Phatthalung city was moved to set the Tha-Samet (today in the Chaawd district, Nakhon Si Thammarat) and then moved again to set the Khuan Ma-phoud district (It is in Muang district today).
In the reign of King Rama 1 of Rattanakosin period, Phatthalung city was promoted to report to the defense as a Master Class city and moved to the Paknam Lampam (estuary). When King Rama V had reformed administrative to State governance, Phatthalung city was under control of the Nakhon Si Thammarat county. Until the year 2467 B.E. in the reign of King Rama VI, the city was moved to set the Khoo Ha-Sawan district where is currently located. When the state government was cancelled in year 2476 B.E., Phatthalung city has promoted to province until now.
Phatthalung province is covering area about 3,424 square kilometres and its population is almost 498,000 persons. Most area is covered with mountains and seasides.
There are many attractive places such as Wat Khuha Sawan, Khao Pu – Khao Ya National Park, Tham Matcha Pla Won (cave), Pha Phueng, and Namtok Phaiwan.
Phang-Nga Province. Thailand.
Phang-Nga Province
Area located in Phang Nga Province was a resident of prehistoric human past from archaeological evidence that has discovered fragments of pottery and stone bracelets shell in the cave Wat Suwrrncoha at Amphoe Takua Thung and found color wall paintings at Khao Khean and so on. But the beginning of the historic of Phang Nga city was at Ban thung tuk,, Kor Khor Khao sub-district, Curaburi district. They have discovered ancient communities, beads and fracture fragments. Elderly villagers called the area “Ban Thung Tuk” as “Takora” city or “Takua Pa” city today. It was an important commercial port of western Peninsular Malaya. Ancient foreign merchants ,India, China and Arab, transported goods along Takua Pa River route then continued on the land for transporting goods to another side of Malaya easily faster. History on that day indicated that cities on Andaman Sea side such Takua Pa, Takua Thung and Thalang city was tributary of Srivichai kingdom. When the Sukhothai kingdom in power dominated Srivichai, they set up Nakhon Si Thammarat city as major city then three cities were included to Nakhon Si Thammarat city.
Until the Rattanakosin period in the reign of Rama II in year 2352 B.E., Burma Army attacked provinces in southern Thailand and seized Takua Pa, Takua Thung and Thalang city respectively, as well as herd people into the barracks. Thalang city was burnt and destroyed. After that, Thai royal armies were moved from Bangkok to expel Myanmar till getting victory. When the war was end, general saw Thalang city that was very damaged. He had incorporated the refugee to move cross from Thalang to domicile in a Kra Phu Nga (means Pak Nam Phu Nga in Thai language) and be a dependency of the Nakhon Si Thammarat city. This was the beginning of the Pang-Nga city. Until the reign of Rama 3m he wanted to repair the cities on southern coast where was destroyed by Myanmar. He appointed Phraya Boriluck Phuthorn to the first prefect of the Phang Nga city and added Takua Thung to the city. In the reign of Rama XI in year 2383 B.E., Phang Nga city had promoted as the province. as times as Takua Pa. But when there was economic depression in the reign of Rama XII, Takua Pa province was demoted to be city and added to Phang Nga province in year 2474 B.E.
Phang-Nga province is covering area about 4,170 square kilometres and its population is almost 239,000 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest, seasides and islands.
There are many attractive places such as Phang-nga Bay or Ao Phang-nga National Park, Mu Ko Similan National Park, Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park, and Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park.
Area located in Phang Nga Province was a resident of prehistoric human past from archaeological evidence that has discovered fragments of pottery and stone bracelets shell in the cave Wat Suwrrncoha at Amphoe Takua Thung and found color wall paintings at Khao Khean and so on. But the beginning of the historic of Phang Nga city was at Ban thung tuk,, Kor Khor Khao sub-district, Curaburi district. They have discovered ancient communities, beads and fracture fragments. Elderly villagers called the area “Ban Thung Tuk” as “Takora” city or “Takua Pa” city today. It was an important commercial port of western Peninsular Malaya. Ancient foreign merchants ,India, China and Arab, transported goods along Takua Pa River route then continued on the land for transporting goods to another side of Malaya easily faster. History on that day indicated that cities on Andaman Sea side such Takua Pa, Takua Thung and Thalang city was tributary of Srivichai kingdom. When the Sukhothai kingdom in power dominated Srivichai, they set up Nakhon Si Thammarat city as major city then three cities were included to Nakhon Si Thammarat city.
Until the Rattanakosin period in the reign of Rama II in year 2352 B.E., Burma Army attacked provinces in southern Thailand and seized Takua Pa, Takua Thung and Thalang city respectively, as well as herd people into the barracks. Thalang city was burnt and destroyed. After that, Thai royal armies were moved from Bangkok to expel Myanmar till getting victory. When the war was end, general saw Thalang city that was very damaged. He had incorporated the refugee to move cross from Thalang to domicile in a Kra Phu Nga (means Pak Nam Phu Nga in Thai language) and be a dependency of the Nakhon Si Thammarat city. This was the beginning of the Pang-Nga city. Until the reign of Rama 3m he wanted to repair the cities on southern coast where was destroyed by Myanmar. He appointed Phraya Boriluck Phuthorn to the first prefect of the Phang Nga city and added Takua Thung to the city. In the reign of Rama XI in year 2383 B.E., Phang Nga city had promoted as the province. as times as Takua Pa. But when there was economic depression in the reign of Rama XII, Takua Pa province was demoted to be city and added to Phang Nga province in year 2474 B.E.
Phang-Nga province is covering area about 4,170 square kilometres and its population is almost 239,000 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest, seasides and islands.
There are many attractive places such as Phang-nga Bay or Ao Phang-nga National Park, Mu Ko Similan National Park, Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park, and Khao Lampi-Hat Thai Mueang National Park.
Pattani Province. Thailand.
Pattani Province
In Pattani province, the former was a more prosperous and a great old city. It had been the capital of the kingdom, Lankasuka and independent state of Thai Buddhism in the 7th century Buddhist Century. Later approximately 19th century BC, Lankasuka community began to deteriorate. Although unable to identify the origin of time of Pattani city explicitly, the name of Pattani city was also shown and the city had thrived in a sequence since 19th century B.E.. Pattani town became a southern city on the Malaya. It was as a dominion of Ayutthaya in the reign from His Majesty Phra Barom Trilolknat in year 1991 B.E. and was under the authority of the king of Ayudhya ever been. Since the Pattani city had strong economic prosperity well, it made prefect want pattani city to be independent city several times. Until the reign of Phra Phet Racha in 2231 B.E., King Pattani discontented in the establishment of a new king of Ayutthaya and announced to be not a colony of the Ayutthaya again. Thai made Pattani city independent continued to reign until the end of Ayutthaya and Thon Buri period.
Till the reign of King Rama I in early Rattanakosin priod, when the Krom Phra Ratchawang Baworn Maha Surasinghanad came down to stay at the city of Songkhla in the year 2328 and commanded governor to give instruction issued to Peninsular Malaya such as Pattani city, Saiburi city and Tranga-Nu city. He wanted their cities became a colony of Ratanakosin as before but Sultan Muhammad Pattani disobeyed. He command Phraya Kalahom to move Thai military to battle Pattani city and get victory in Year 2329. He acquire many weapons and 2 cannons but can bring back only one. Then bring up to give King Rama I who name the cannon as "Phaya Tani" which represents the largest cannon of Thailand and currently located in front of the Ministry of Defense in Bangkok. In year 2332 B.E., Tonkuramiddin Pattani city ‘s prefect invited Ong Chiang Sue (Anamkok ‘s prefect) to fight other cities in the kingdom. When King Rama I knew, he sent an army to attack the Pattani city. Later the year 2351 B.E. Datapangalan rebelled again. In year 2435 B.E. in the reign of King Rama 5, the dominance was changed to be Thesapibal. Pattani city was in the precinct of Nakhon Si Thammarat. Until year 2447 B.E. the city had come up with Pattani Pattani precinct. After that there was regime change the year 2475. Pattani has become the province until now.
Pattani province is covering area about 1,940 square kilometres and its population is almost 629,800 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest and seasides.
There are many attractive places such as Pattani Central Mosque, Krue Se Mosque, Chao Mae Lim Ko Niao Graveyard, Chao Mae Lim Ko Niao Chinese Shrine or Leng Chu Kiang Shrine and Namtok Aranya-Warin.
In Pattani province, the former was a more prosperous and a great old city. It had been the capital of the kingdom, Lankasuka and independent state of Thai Buddhism in the 7th century Buddhist Century. Later approximately 19th century BC, Lankasuka community began to deteriorate. Although unable to identify the origin of time of Pattani city explicitly, the name of Pattani city was also shown and the city had thrived in a sequence since 19th century B.E.. Pattani town became a southern city on the Malaya. It was as a dominion of Ayutthaya in the reign from His Majesty Phra Barom Trilolknat in year 1991 B.E. and was under the authority of the king of Ayudhya ever been. Since the Pattani city had strong economic prosperity well, it made prefect want pattani city to be independent city several times. Until the reign of Phra Phet Racha in 2231 B.E., King Pattani discontented in the establishment of a new king of Ayutthaya and announced to be not a colony of the Ayutthaya again. Thai made Pattani city independent continued to reign until the end of Ayutthaya and Thon Buri period.
Till the reign of King Rama I in early Rattanakosin priod, when the Krom Phra Ratchawang Baworn Maha Surasinghanad came down to stay at the city of Songkhla in the year 2328 and commanded governor to give instruction issued to Peninsular Malaya such as Pattani city, Saiburi city and Tranga-Nu city. He wanted their cities became a colony of Ratanakosin as before but Sultan Muhammad Pattani disobeyed. He command Phraya Kalahom to move Thai military to battle Pattani city and get victory in Year 2329. He acquire many weapons and 2 cannons but can bring back only one. Then bring up to give King Rama I who name the cannon as "Phaya Tani" which represents the largest cannon of Thailand and currently located in front of the Ministry of Defense in Bangkok. In year 2332 B.E., Tonkuramiddin Pattani city ‘s prefect invited Ong Chiang Sue (Anamkok ‘s prefect) to fight other cities in the kingdom. When King Rama I knew, he sent an army to attack the Pattani city. Later the year 2351 B.E. Datapangalan rebelled again. In year 2435 B.E. in the reign of King Rama 5, the dominance was changed to be Thesapibal. Pattani city was in the precinct of Nakhon Si Thammarat. Until year 2447 B.E. the city had come up with Pattani Pattani precinct. After that there was regime change the year 2475. Pattani has become the province until now.
Pattani province is covering area about 1,940 square kilometres and its population is almost 629,800 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest and seasides.
There are many attractive places such as Pattani Central Mosque, Krue Se Mosque, Chao Mae Lim Ko Niao Graveyard, Chao Mae Lim Ko Niao Chinese Shrine or Leng Chu Kiang Shrine and Namtok Aranya-Warin.
Narathiwat Province
Narathiwat Province
Historically Narathiwat was the part of the semi-independent Malay Sultanate of Patani, paying tribute to the Thai kingdoms of Sukhothai and Ayutthaya. After Ayutthaya fell in 1767, Sultanate of Patani gained full independence, but under King Rama I it again came under Thai control some 20 years later.
In 1909, Narathiwat was fully integrated into Siam as part of Anglo-Siamese Treaty of 1909 negotiated with the British Empire. Along with Yala, Narathiwat was then part of Monthon Pattani. There is a small but active separatist movement, which after being dormant for many years erupted again in 2004.
Narathiwat province is covering area about 4,475 square kilometres and its population is almost 694,000 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as Chat Warin Waterfall, Budo-Su-ngai Padi Mountain Range National Park, 300 Years Mosque, Ko Yao, and Sirindhorn Waterfall.
Historically Narathiwat was the part of the semi-independent Malay Sultanate of Patani, paying tribute to the Thai kingdoms of Sukhothai and Ayutthaya. After Ayutthaya fell in 1767, Sultanate of Patani gained full independence, but under King Rama I it again came under Thai control some 20 years later.
In 1909, Narathiwat was fully integrated into Siam as part of Anglo-Siamese Treaty of 1909 negotiated with the British Empire. Along with Yala, Narathiwat was then part of Monthon Pattani. There is a small but active separatist movement, which after being dormant for many years erupted again in 2004.
Narathiwat province is covering area about 4,475 square kilometres and its population is almost 694,000 persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as Chat Warin Waterfall, Budo-Su-ngai Padi Mountain Range National Park, 300 Years Mosque, Ko Yao, and Sirindhorn Waterfall.
Nakhonsithammarat Province
Nakhonsithammarat Province
Tam Phorn Link is ready to have the state in Nakhon Si Thammarat indicated in the India's note. From Buddhist century 5 and was well known among Chinese and East Indian merchants. Brahminism influenced by India. Century Buddhist kingdom Srivichai 13-16, where are centered in the city Khor-Hi (Chaiya) had reign over the land bar peninsula. Mahayana sect of Buddhism has spread into the region of Tam Phorn Link. In Buddhist century in the 17-19, Tam Phorn Link city was the most prosperous. He who dominate this state set their behalf that the Lord is king Srithammasokarat and founded the Pathumwong royal family . And expanded influence and Buddhism religion Lankawong to land the Southeast Asian Peninsular. Nakhon Si Thammarat was recognized as a center of Buddhism in Southeast Asia in that day. Nakhon Si Thammarat hundred years had been prosperous. However, they were in deterioration when dispatched troops to defeat Lanka city. Javanese bandits robbed 3 times in city and there was a cholera outbreak until urbanization deserted.
After the 20 century Buddhist, Nakhon Si Thammarat was included in the Kingdom of Thailand since Sukhothai period but people were starting to set up homes in the Ayutthaya period. Nakhon Si Thammarat became a southern city. Later in the reign King Narai the Great, the poet Sri-Parch were exiled to and died in Nakhon Si Thammarat. But the end of his reign King Narai the Great in 2227 B.E., Phra Phetracha crowned king. Nakhon Si Thammarat city was a coup and it took 3 years to defeat rebels. After that the Nakhon Si Thammarat city had been a good relationship with Ayutthaya. Until losing Ayutthaya no. 2 in year 2310 B.E., Phra Parad-Nu collected people starting Nakhon Si Thammarat community. But then they lose in the battle with King Taksin the Great. The king did not deem him a traitor and returned him to rule out a Nakhon Si Thammarat appointed for Phra Chao Kattiyaratchanikhom Sommuti Mahaisawan Phra Chao Nakhon Si Thammarat Kanthasrima. In early Rattanakosin, Nakhon Si Thammarat was a source of arts and major station for western trading also. While the relationship between the Chakri Dynasty with this City was bound firmly. In the reign of King Rama 5, the dominance was changed to be Thesapibal. Nakhon Si Thammarat was lower to be precinct. Until the year 2475 B.E., there was regime change. Nakhon Si Thammarat has become Province until now.
Nakhonsithammarat province is covering area about 9,942 square kilometres and its population is almost 1.5 million persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as Phra Phutthasihing, Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, Khao Luang National Park Namtok Phrom Lok , Hat Khanom - Mu Ko Thale Tai National Park, Ao Khanom, Namtok Si-Kreet National Park, Pak-Panang seaside and Laem Ta-Loom-Pook.
Tam Phorn Link is ready to have the state in Nakhon Si Thammarat indicated in the India's note. From Buddhist century 5 and was well known among Chinese and East Indian merchants. Brahminism influenced by India. Century Buddhist kingdom Srivichai 13-16, where are centered in the city Khor-Hi (Chaiya) had reign over the land bar peninsula. Mahayana sect of Buddhism has spread into the region of Tam Phorn Link. In Buddhist century in the 17-19, Tam Phorn Link city was the most prosperous. He who dominate this state set their behalf that the Lord is king Srithammasokarat and founded the Pathumwong royal family . And expanded influence and Buddhism religion Lankawong to land the Southeast Asian Peninsular. Nakhon Si Thammarat was recognized as a center of Buddhism in Southeast Asia in that day. Nakhon Si Thammarat hundred years had been prosperous. However, they were in deterioration when dispatched troops to defeat Lanka city. Javanese bandits robbed 3 times in city and there was a cholera outbreak until urbanization deserted.
After the 20 century Buddhist, Nakhon Si Thammarat was included in the Kingdom of Thailand since Sukhothai period but people were starting to set up homes in the Ayutthaya period. Nakhon Si Thammarat became a southern city. Later in the reign King Narai the Great, the poet Sri-Parch were exiled to and died in Nakhon Si Thammarat. But the end of his reign King Narai the Great in 2227 B.E., Phra Phetracha crowned king. Nakhon Si Thammarat city was a coup and it took 3 years to defeat rebels. After that the Nakhon Si Thammarat city had been a good relationship with Ayutthaya. Until losing Ayutthaya no. 2 in year 2310 B.E., Phra Parad-Nu collected people starting Nakhon Si Thammarat community. But then they lose in the battle with King Taksin the Great. The king did not deem him a traitor and returned him to rule out a Nakhon Si Thammarat appointed for Phra Chao Kattiyaratchanikhom Sommuti Mahaisawan Phra Chao Nakhon Si Thammarat Kanthasrima. In early Rattanakosin, Nakhon Si Thammarat was a source of arts and major station for western trading also. While the relationship between the Chakri Dynasty with this City was bound firmly. In the reign of King Rama 5, the dominance was changed to be Thesapibal. Nakhon Si Thammarat was lower to be precinct. Until the year 2475 B.E., there was regime change. Nakhon Si Thammarat has become Province until now.
Nakhonsithammarat province is covering area about 9,942 square kilometres and its population is almost 1.5 million persons. Most area is covered with tropical rain forest where are completed with plants and wildlifes.
There are many attractive places such as Phra Phutthasihing, Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, Khao Luang National Park Namtok Phrom Lok , Hat Khanom - Mu Ko Thale Tai National Park, Ao Khanom, Namtok Si-Kreet National Park, Pak-Panang seaside and Laem Ta-Loom-Pook.
Trang Province
Trang Province
Trang province or Thub-Thiang City was port town for trading with foreign countries. The first rubber tree was cropped here by Phraya Ratdanupradit-Mahisornpakdhi. He took its seedling from Malaysia. It become important industrial crop in Thailand. There are two main rivers: trang river originated from Luang mountain range and Pa-Liean river originated from Bunthud.
Trang province is covering area about 4,917 square kilometres and its population is about 600,000 persons. Most area is highland from Bunthud mountain range and slightly lean to seaside of Andaman sea on the west side of province. Trang dominates islands more than 46 island in the Andaman Sea. The period during October-May is suitable for traveling island.
There are many attractive natural places both waterfall and island such as Khao Chong Natural and Wildlife Learning Center, Hath Chao-Mai National Park, Koh Muk and Morakod Cave, Koh Chueak, Koh Kadarn, Koh Ngai, Koh Libong and Phaet-Ta Islands National Park (word "Koh" in Thai language means "island" in English language).
Trang province or Thub-Thiang City was port town for trading with foreign countries. The first rubber tree was cropped here by Phraya Ratdanupradit-Mahisornpakdhi. He took its seedling from Malaysia. It become important industrial crop in Thailand. There are two main rivers: trang river originated from Luang mountain range and Pa-Liean river originated from Bunthud.
Trang province is covering area about 4,917 square kilometres and its population is about 600,000 persons. Most area is highland from Bunthud mountain range and slightly lean to seaside of Andaman sea on the west side of province. Trang dominates islands more than 46 island in the Andaman Sea. The period during October-May is suitable for traveling island.
There are many attractive natural places both waterfall and island such as Khao Chong Natural and Wildlife Learning Center, Hath Chao-Mai National Park, Koh Muk and Morakod Cave, Koh Chueak, Koh Kadarn, Koh Ngai, Koh Libong and Phaet-Ta Islands National Park (word "Koh" in Thai language means "island" in English language).
Chumporn Province
Chumporn Province
Chumporn province was appeared since year 555 as frontier city of south side of Nakhonsrithammarat in the reign of Somdej Phra-Barom Trilokanat in Krungsri-Ayutthaya. In the reign of Rama V, he appointed Chumporn city as a precinct. Until year 1933, when governed administration system was reformed to be provincial governed system, Chumporn city was appointed to Chumporn province until now. The city name "Chumporn" is assumed that its origin is "Chumnoompoln" because all armies both north group and south group encamped here as gathering forces point or "Chumoompoln" in Thai language. For another assumption, its origin is local seedling name called "Maduer-Chumporn" because there are many of this seedling here.
Chumporn province is covering area about 6,000 square kilometres and its population is about 472,000 persons. Its geographic is area along with coast 22 kilometres long. Most area is covered with high mountains and plain . There is Tanowsri Mountain range on the west side and Gulf of Thailand on the east. It causes frequent raining all the year suitable for agricultural. There are rivers and canals flowing from mountain range on the west to Gulf of Thailand on the east at "Paknam Chumporn" (mouth of river).
There are many attractive natural places such as Koh Tao (Tao Island), Hath Thung-Ngour-Lan, Hale-Loan Waterfall and Klong-Phrao National Park.
Chumporn province was appeared since year 555 as frontier city of south side of Nakhonsrithammarat in the reign of Somdej Phra-Barom Trilokanat in Krungsri-Ayutthaya. In the reign of Rama V, he appointed Chumporn city as a precinct. Until year 1933, when governed administration system was reformed to be provincial governed system, Chumporn city was appointed to Chumporn province until now. The city name "Chumporn" is assumed that its origin is "Chumnoompoln" because all armies both north group and south group encamped here as gathering forces point or "Chumoompoln" in Thai language. For another assumption, its origin is local seedling name called "Maduer-Chumporn" because there are many of this seedling here.
Chumporn province is covering area about 6,000 square kilometres and its population is about 472,000 persons. Its geographic is area along with coast 22 kilometres long. Most area is covered with high mountains and plain . There is Tanowsri Mountain range on the west side and Gulf of Thailand on the east. It causes frequent raining all the year suitable for agricultural. There are rivers and canals flowing from mountain range on the west to Gulf of Thailand on the east at "Paknam Chumporn" (mouth of river).
There are many attractive natural places such as Koh Tao (Tao Island), Hath Thung-Ngour-Lan, Hale-Loan Waterfall and Klong-Phrao National Park.
Krabi Province.
Krabi Province
Krabi province is located in Andaman Sea side. There are some archaeology evidences to show Krabi to be ancient community since before and after historic times. Formerly the city was Thai-Samor as one of twelve of Nakrasak citys where use monkey image as symbol of city. It was dominated by Nakhonsrithammarat territory. The city name was assumed that its origin come from word "Darb" in Thai language or "Sword" in English language since many ancient swords were discovered here.
Krabi province is covering area about 4,708 square kilometres and its population is about 388,000 persons. Most area is covered with mountain, plateau, plain and islands more than 130 island completed with mangrove forest. Since most soil is clay and sand, it is suitable for rubber, plam and coconut plantation.
There are many attractive natural places such as Hath Nopparat-Thara National Park consisting of Phi-Phi islands, Auo Nang, Phi-Phi Le Island and Phi-Phi Don Island, Lanta Islands Natural Park consisting of Koh Lanta, Koh Rok and Koh Ngai, Khao Phanom Benja National Park and Tharn Boke Thoranee National Park where have many beautiful caves.
Local Transportation
Car: Take highway no. 35 (Thonburi-Pakthor route) and turn left to highway no. 4 (Phetkasem Road) passing Phetchaburi, Prachubkhirikhan, Chumporn, Ranong and Pang-Nga province to Krabi province. Total distance is about 946 kilometres.
Bus: Air-conditioned buses from Bangkok leaving at Bangkok's southern bus terminal (near Central Pinklao Department Store) to Krabi province.
Train: No direct train to Krabi province but you can take train from Bangkok's Hualumphong Railway Station to Trang or Thungsong railway station and then take taxi or bus to Krabi province.
Air: Take domestic airline to Phrukret province at International Airport and take taxi or bus to Krabi province.
Krabi province is located in Andaman Sea side. There are some archaeology evidences to show Krabi to be ancient community since before and after historic times. Formerly the city was Thai-Samor as one of twelve of Nakrasak citys where use monkey image as symbol of city. It was dominated by Nakhonsrithammarat territory. The city name was assumed that its origin come from word "Darb" in Thai language or "Sword" in English language since many ancient swords were discovered here.
Krabi province is covering area about 4,708 square kilometres and its population is about 388,000 persons. Most area is covered with mountain, plateau, plain and islands more than 130 island completed with mangrove forest. Since most soil is clay and sand, it is suitable for rubber, plam and coconut plantation.
There are many attractive natural places such as Hath Nopparat-Thara National Park consisting of Phi-Phi islands, Auo Nang, Phi-Phi Le Island and Phi-Phi Don Island, Lanta Islands Natural Park consisting of Koh Lanta, Koh Rok and Koh Ngai, Khao Phanom Benja National Park and Tharn Boke Thoranee National Park where have many beautiful caves.
Car: Take highway no. 35 (Thonburi-Pakthor route) and turn left to highway no. 4 (Phetkasem Road) passing Phetchaburi, Prachubkhirikhan, Chumporn, Ranong and Pang-Nga province to Krabi province. Total distance is about 946 kilometres.
Bus: Air-conditioned buses from Bangkok leaving at Bangkok's southern bus terminal (near Central Pinklao Department Store) to Krabi province.
Train: No direct train to Krabi province but you can take train from Bangkok's Hualumphong Railway Station to Trang or Thungsong railway station and then take taxi or bus to Krabi province.
Air: Take domestic airline to Phrukret province at International Airport and take taxi or bus to Krabi province.
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