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Phichit
is situated in the lower Northern Region of Thailand. The name " Phichit
" means " The Beautiful Town " It was probably founded by Phraya Khot
Thabong in 1056. During the Sukhothai period (1238-1350), the community
was named " Sa Luang " which was one of the important town of Sukhothai.
Phichit was named again in Ayutthaya period (1350-1767) as " Okhaburi"
(Town in the Swamp) and it was the place where King Sanphet VIII or
"Phrachao Sua" of Ayutthaya was born. Phichit was designated as a
province during Rattanakosin (Bangkok) period, in the reign of King
Rama V (1868-1910) |
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 Bung
Si Fai
This 4,800 acre swamp locate 1 km. West of Phichit Market is
a fish breeding source surrounded by lotur, grown by locals
for the use of its flower and leaves. |
 Phichit
Crocodile Auditorium
An auditorium constructed in the shape of a huge crocodile,
since Phichit was once full of crocodiles. The main functional
part is the 'stomach' which is an air-conditioned meeting room
and can accommodate about 30 persons. Its other dimensions are
as follow: 38 meters long, 3 meters high and 4.5 meters long
for the part of the mouth. There is also a fish aquarium which
is open daily from 10.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m..
Major Event
Boat racing
Boat racing is a traditional event of long standing. It is usually
held after the homage-paying rites to the province's principal
Buddha statue during September each year on the Nan River in
front of Wat Tha Luang.More...
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