Prachinburi Information guide
Prachinburi used to be a very prosperous town with beautiful waterfalls
and canals which are very popular among nature adventurers.
In the old days, Prachinburi had a long history of civilization of about 800
years ago, since the Dvaravati period. The ruined town of Muang Si Mahosot at
Tambon Khokpip, Amphoe Mahosot was discovered. At Ban Khok Kwang, Amphoe Si
Mahosot, east to Mueang Si Mahosot, there was an ancient community at the same
period as Muang Si Mahosot.
Through the traces of the ancient towns, there were discoveries of historical
venues that were used for religious purposes and historic materials such as
Buddha images, earthenwares, and pottery. It was also recorded that the center
of civilization has been moved to the present coast of the Bang Pakong River.
There were many administration alterations, from town to Monthon, and Changwat
(Province) at present.
Geographical Location
In general, Prachinburi has plain areas and highlands. There are hills and
mountains in the north adjacent to Dong Phaya Yen Mountain ranges. In the south
and east, there are plains and forests. Low-lying plains suitable for agriculture
are in the west of the province
Climate
Prachinburi has an alternative climate of both dry and damp. Tropical rain
in the southeast monsoon season causes damp and rain throughout the season.
Northwestern wind in cool season causes dryness. There are 3 different seasons:
rainy, during June October ; cool, during November - February; and dry, during
March - May. The average temperature of the year is approximately 27 - 30 degree
Celsius or 83 - 88 degrees Fahrenheit.
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