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Church of the Virgin Mary
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This is some 4 kms. north of Bang Khonthi district along the route to
Bang Nok Khwaek. The catholic church was constructed in 1890 with
French Gothic architecture and decorated with stained glass. It is now
a place of worship for over 400 Christian families living in this
area.
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Khai Bang Kung ]
This was once an old navy camp constructed during the late Ayutthaya
period. Inside its area, there is an old chapel housing a large stucco
Buddha image and mural paintings. Visitors can cross the Mae Klong
River by the bridge near the Church of Virgin Mary, then turn left and
continue for another 10 kms.
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Don Hoi Lot ]
This famous attraction can be reached along Highway No. 35 and a 5 kms.
access road on the left. It is a bar of worm shells at the mouth of
the Mae Klong River. The shell is plentiful during the dry season
(around April to May). There are many restaurants and stalls selling a
vast variety of seafood products.
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In-Chan Siamese Twin statue
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This is located in Tambon Lad Yai, far from Samut
Songkhram Provincial Hall 4 kms. along Ekachai Road. It is built to
Commemorate Siamese Twin named "In-Chan" who were
born in this province 180 years ago. In-Chan Siamese Twin statue is
not only a place to study its history but also a new tourist
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Wat Amphawan Chetiyaram ]
This temple is devoted to the Na Bang Chang family. Originally, this
was the house of King Rama II's mother. The chapel as well as the
antiques inside the temple include beautiful art work and architecture
from the early Rattanakosin period.
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Wat Bang Khae Yai ]
Located on the west bank of the Mae Klong River opposite the King Rama
II Memorial Park, this temple houses beautiful mural paintings
depicting a story about the Thai-Burmese wars. These paintings,
completed during the reign of King Rama II, are some of the most
important in Thailand. Green, white, red, black, blue and brown
colored powder and glue were used. The value of these paintings lies
in the skill of the artists and the historical background
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Wat Chulamani ]
This is an ancient temple located on the bank of Khlong Amphawa.
Behind it is an area which used to be the residence of Somdet Phra
Amarintharamat and Somdet Phra Suriyentharamat, the Queens of King
Rama I and King Rama II . This temple was constructed by Thao Kaeo
Phluk (Noi), Bang Chang Market Control Officer, who established the Na
Bang Chang family name during the Ayutthaya era.
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Wat Phet
Samut Woravihan ]
This temple is located in the town center. People come there to pay
homage to "Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem", an old Buddha image enshrined in
the chapel. Boats to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market can be hired
at the pier near the temple. |
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Fish Park at Wat
Charoen Sukharam Worawihan ]
This is 5 kms. north of Amphoe Bang Khonthi. Visitors can enjoy
feeding fish, which flock the canal in front of the temple.
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Orchid Farm ]
This is 7 kms. from the town on Route NO. 325. Orchids are widely
grown in the area,which partly serves as a butterfly garden. Souvenirs
and products of Samut Songkhram are on sale. It is open daily from
8.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m.
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King Rama
II Memorial Park ]
This park has been erected to commemorate the "poet king" and patron of
the arts who reigned from 1809-1824. It is a riverside garden believed
to have been a royal place of birth of King Rama II. A group of
typical Thai Houses has been constructed in the middle of the area. It
is now used as a museum, which houses a statue of King Rama II and an
exhibition of his works. Trees and plants of all species found in Thai
literature are grown throughout the area. The park is 5 kms. beyond
the town along Route No.325 and 1 km. on the route to Bang Khonthi via
Amphawa. Visitors may take a local bus No.333 from the town, which
runs along the Bang Mun Nak route. It is open daily from 9.00 a.m. to
5.00 p.m.
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Tao Tan ]
Palm Sugar is a famous quality product of Samut Songkhram. When a
coconut tree is about 3-4 years old, its spaces are cut, so that
farmers can collect its sweet sap, then they simmer it over a fire
until it becomes brown and dry. A place where palm sugar is made is
called "Tao Tan" There 5 Tao Tans situated between Km. 30-32 on Route
No. 325, that is open to tourists.
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Tha Kha Floating Market ]
This is a rendezvous of vendor boats at Tambon Tha Kha, 10 kms. from
the town along Route NO. 325 and 5 kms. along an access road. The
floating market takes place on the 2nd, 7th, and 12th days of both the
waxing and waning moon of the Thai lunar month, and also operates on
every Saturday and Sunday from 7.00 a.m. till noon. |
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Provided by
Tourism Authority of Thailand
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