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Must-sees & Must-Dos in Phetchaburi?
What to do and see in Phetchaburi
Thanks to its historical past, Phetchaburi has much more to offer compared to Cha Am, Hua Hin and Pranburi its nearest neighbors. There many places of interest. There are many ancient temples with heterogeneous architecture and periods (including Ayutthaya and Sukhothai periods). Petchaburi's best-known monuments are undoubtedly the Phra Nakorn Khiri and the Tham Khao Luang Cave temple. Kaeng Krachan National Park will delight lovers of nature. Those looking to enjoy the beach will go to or Had Chao Samran or Puek Tian.I also listed at the end of the page some good tours, excursions and activities that you can do in Phetchaburi or from Phetchaburi. Click here to see them.
Must-visit places in Phetchaburi
Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park
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Tham Khao Luang Cave
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Other nice places to visit in Phetchaburi
Wat Yai Suwannaram
this temple worths a visit for its mural paintings in the ordination hall, its wooden wihaan and its little pond
Wat Khoi
recent temple, its specific architecture and beautiful statues should not leave you indifferent
Wat Mahathat Worawihan
with its high white prang, it does not go unnoticed in Phetchaburi. It also houses a highly revered Buddha here
Wat Ko Kaew Suttharam
especially interesting for the almost 300 years old mural paintings of its main hall which retrace the life of Buddha
Pa La-U Waterfall
This waterfall about sixty kilometers from Hua Hin is located in Kaeng Krachan National Park. It is a pleasant area of nature but not the most photogenic waterfall in Thailand.
Phra Ram Ratchaniwet
this palace built during the reign of King Rama V by a German architect will probably interest beautiful houses lovers
Other visits suggestions in Phetchaburi
- Khao Bandai It
situated 2 kilometers south of Khao Wang is the site of an ancient temple of the Ayutthaya Period Wat Khao Bandai It. This 121 meters high hill and offers interesting natural caves
- Kaeng Krachan National Park
52 km far from Phetchaburi, it is the most extensive national park of Thailand with beautiful landscapes of mountains, lake and waterfalls with abundant wildlife. There accommodation in the area. Minivans from Phetchaburi go to Kaeng Krachan for 80 baht.
Tours in Phetchaburi and around
This selection includes tours, excursions and activities to do in Phetchaburi that I personally tested or were tested by people I fully trust and offers by recognized agencies or websites known for their seriousness and quality.
Visit Phetchaburi and Happy Farming time
Offered in English
Learn and experience the lifestyle of local farmers! Activities include visiting a local market, harvesting fresh produce as available, cooking, sight seeing, experiencing other daily activities of the host and staying overnight with the host!
Explore the Hidden Gems of Phetchaburi from Bangkok
Offered in EnglishPhetchaburi, a province where most tourists probably have never heard of. You will be taken to Phetchaburi's important landmarks, and and also the hidden gems! You will also be visiting local food stalls along the way.
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Wat Phra Kaew
in Lanna style, it housed the statue of Emerald that now is in Wat Phra Keo in Bangkok and has a copy of it.
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