|
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 “Mueang 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 Celcius or 83
- 88 degrees Fahrenheit.
Boundary
North Nakhon Ratchasima
South Chachoengsao
East Sa Kaeo
West Nakhon Nayok
Local Administration
With the area of about 4,762 square kilometres, Prachin
Buri is divided into 7 Amphoes: Muang, Ban Sang, Prachantakham,
Si Mahosot, Si Maha Phot, Kabin Buri and Na Di.
|