Самутпракан, Таиланд
Samut Prakan, also
known as Paknam is located at the mouth of the Chao Phraya
River. The town is only 25 kms. south of Bangkok and easily
frequented by bus. Its old community settled in Phra Pradaeng
(now a northern district) during the Ayutthaya Period. The
modern town and several fortresses, were built by the command of
King Rama ll in 1819. Samut Prakan occupies an area of 1,004
square kilometres.
Attractions:
Naval Museum This is opposite to the
Naval academy on Sukhumwit Road, 10 kms. from the Bangna
intersection. The museum displays models of the royal barges
procession, as well as equipment and utensils used in
warships. It is open between 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. from
Monday to Friday.
 Phra Samut Chedi This remarkable chedi
or pagoda, opposite the City Hall, was constructed in 1826
during the reign of King Rama ll. It is commonly called "Phra
Chedi Klang Nam" as its original location was on an island
near the river mouth. Later, the island was connected with
the mainland due to the expansion of the alluvial area near
the estuary, and the pagoda is now seen standing on the
western river bank. An annual celebration, lasting for 9
days, takes place around October.
Pom Phra Chulachomklao
This is an old fortress, shortly called by the people ''Pom
Phra Chun''. It is located 7 kms. south of Phra Samut Chedi
on Suksawat Road (Road No. 303). King Rama V commanded it to
be built in 1884, and it took 9 years to be completed. In
1893, French warships invaded the Chao Phraya Estuary and
the Royal Thai Navy stopped them by firing from this
fortress. The fortress is now open to the public and
displays an old warship namely ''Rua Luang Mae Klong'' as
well as several old cannons and binoculars.
Bung Tako This is a
place for the people who love playing water sports like
water skiing and windsurfing. It supplies players with a
full range of those sport equipment. A training course is
also arranged for beginners. The club is at km. 13 off the
Bang Na - Trad highway. Call 316-7809-10 for more
information.
Pom Phlaeng Faifa
This is another old fortress by the Chao Phraya River. It is
located at Tambon Talat, Amphoe Phra Pradaeng. Several old
cannons are kept in the fortress. The site and its
surroundings have been developed to be used as a rest area
for the local people.
Muang Boran or the Ancient
City This famous attraction is located at Tambon
Bang Pu Mai, Km. 33 of Sukhumwit Road (Highway no.3). It is
a wonderful land where visitors can appreciate the
splendours of Thailand in the past. The replicas of major
historical structures, which exist or used to exist in the
kingdom, have been constructed in both smaller and actual
sizes. All structures are categorised according to
Thailand's northern, southern, northeastern and central
regions. Visitors can either stroll or drive around the
extensive area. The compound is open daily from 8.00 a.m. to
5.00 p.m. Admission fee is 50 baht. Call 226-1936, 224-1057
for more information.
Bang Pu Seaside Resort
This is about 10 kms. from the town on Sukhumwit Road. A
pier stretching out over a tidal muddy beach affords a long
walkway for tourists who like to enjoy a pleasant seaside
atmosphere, especially at sunset. Every evening in the cool
season (around November to February), visitors can view
plenty of seagulls flying around the area.
Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm
and Zoo The world's largest crocodile farm is the
most famous attraction of Samut Prakan. It houses more than
60,000 fresh and salt water crocodiles and also offers an
exciting show of a man playing with this dangerous animal.
The farm is located in the vicinity of Tambon Taiban 3 kms
from the town. Crocodile skins are produced as material for
quality leatherware. Beside crocodiles of all age, the farm
also raises elephant, tigers, snakes and chimpanzees. The
Dinosaur Museum in the compound displays life-size models
and skeletons of dinosaurs. Call 703-4891-5, 703-5144-8 for
more information.
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Connects with Bangkok Provinces.
Connects with The Gulf of Thailand Provinces.
Connects with Chacherngsao Provinces.
Connects with Samutsakorn Provinces. |
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Administration
The administration of Samutprakarn
Province is divided into five districts |
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- Muang Samutprakarn
- Bang Pli
- Phra Pradaeng
- Bang Boh
- Phra Samut Chedi |
How to get there:
By Waterway
The Chao Phraya River, passing through Phra Pradaeng and Muang
Districts in Samutprakarn Province to the Gulf of Thailand, is a
waterway to Bangkok. Besides, there are numerous canals, namely,
Klong They, Klong Dan, Klong Samrong, Klong Sanpasamit, Klong
Pravesburirom and Klong Phro Ong Chao Chaiyanuchit.
By Road
Sukhumvit Road (the old route) is a highway from Bangkok leading
to Samutprakarn Province.
Air-conditioned bused : Por Or 6 (Pakkred-Phra
Pradaeng), Por Or 7 (Talad Phu-Samrong), Por Or 8 (Tha
Rajavoradit-Pak Nam), Por Or 11 (Bang Lumpu-Pak Nam), Por Or 13
(Ragsit-Phu Chao Samingplai), and Por Or 126
(Nontaburi-Samrong).
Major Events:
Pak Lat
Songkran Festival This is a famous and enjoyable
festival of the Mon in the Phra Pradaeng District. It is
held annually on the first Sunday after April 13. The Mon
were among Thailand's earliest settlers and a large
community of them still lives in Phra Pradaeng. They
celebrate their Songkran Day , formerly regarded as the
first day of the year, with religious observances, colourful
parades and folk plays.
Yon Bua Festival This is a long
merit-making tradition held by the Bang Phli inhabitants on
the 14th day of the waxing - moon of the 11th lunar month
(around October) "Yon Bua" means tossing the lotus. This
tradition usually sees large crowds of people waiting to
toss lotuses onto the boat bearing the Luang Pho To Buddha
image of Wat Bang Phli Yai, which sometimes is covered with
a floral tribute almost up to the head.
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