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.
