Prachin Buri
Prachin Buri used to be a very prosperous town with beautiful
waterfalls and canals which are very popular among nature adventurers.
 In
the old days, Prachin Buri 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, Prachin Buri 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
Prachin Buri 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. |
