Samutprakarn Thailand

Samutprakarn Thailand

The Samutprakarn province is located in central Thailand. It lies at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River. Samutprakarn is also popularly known as Pak Nam which means "the mouth of a river". The province of Samutprakarn was established during the Ayutthaya period. Samutprakarn is just a short drive from Bangkok city.


Attractions in Samutprakarn, Thailand:

The Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm: It is the largest Crocodile farm in the world. It shelters more than 80,000 crocodiles. The largest crocodile in this Park is named "Yai" and is a Siamese hybrid crocodile. In this crocodile park you will get a chance to look at the reptiles from close distance.

Wat Asokaram: Phra Thutangkhachedi is located inside Wat Asokaram. It is collection of 13 chedis. Wihan Wisuthithammarangsi is also located here.

The Dinosaur Museum: This museum is located in the complex of crocodile farm and zoo. The museum showcases model dinosaurs. The auditorium can accommodate up to 350 people for films and slide shows.

The Ancient City: This is the largest open-air museum in the world. It covers an area of about 80 hectares. The theme park shelters replicas of the prime attractions located in and around Thailand. The Ancient city is the popular picnic spot among the Thai people.

Other Attractions in Samutprakarn:

• Erawan Museum
• Wat Klang Worawihan
• Fort Chulachomklao
• King Rama V the Great Monument
• Phra Suea Mueang Shrine
• Wat Song Tham Worawihan
• Wat Bang Phli Yai Klang
• Bang Pu Seaside

Events in Samutprakarn, Thailand:

Samutprakarn host several festivals all throughout the year. To name a few include:

Phra Samut Chedi festival: This is one of the most popular festivals in Samutprakarn. It begins on the 5th day of the waning moon. During Phra Samut Chedi festival boat races on the Chao Phraya River and candle light procession are organized. The festival lasts for nine days and nine nights. During this festival, people pay homage to the Chedi.

Boat race: An annual boat racing competition is held in Phra Pradaeng each year. The race takes place on the 11th lunar month of every year.

• Song Khao Songkran Tradition
• Rap Bua or Yon Bua Festival
• Luangpho Pan Fair

Accommodation in Samutprakarn:

To accommodate the tourists, Samutprakarn has several accommodation options. P.P. Hotel and Grand Inn Come Hotel are the popular hotels in Samutprakarn.

Getting to Samutprakarn:

Samutprakarn is easily accessible from Bangkok. Public buses run Bangkok and the town on regular basis. You can take the Sukhumvit road to reach Samutprakarn. The province is also connected by waterway.

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