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Town in Ratchaburi Province, Thailand
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Ratchaburi (ราชบุรี) is a town in Western Thailand, which is full of various geographical features. For example, the low-lying land along the fertile Mae Klong Basin, fields, and Tanao Si Mountains which lie to the west and stretch to the Thailand-Myanmar border.
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It shows the people's lifestyle and the importance of the river as a mean of commerce. The vendors paddle their boats up and down the waterways selling and bartering their merchandise. The markets start in very early morning until 11:00.
อุทยานแห่งชาติเฉลิมพระเกียรติไทยประจัน
Ratchaburi's only national park, which is part of the bigger Western Forest Complex. The national park has some camping spots, hot springs and nature walks.
อุทยานหินเขางู
A series of small limestone hills right next to Muang Ratchaburi. The park has a walk that cuts through the hills full of macques. Many people from town come here to relax. There are also many food vendors around the area.
Nine-Level waterfall, Kaochon waterfall
One kilometer from Bo Khlung hot stream. Kaew Chan's name was given by Princess Sirindhorn. As the name indicates, the water cascades from the ninth level and down the central valley of steep cliff, especially during the rainy season when there is always a lot of water at the top level. It is possible to walk up to the ninth level. It takes about two hours.
A mountain range of "Khao Bin", or "Flying Mount" is home to the cave of the same name. Inside the cave there are stalagmites and stalactites. It was one of these stalagmites in the shape of a majestic giant eagle with its wings outspread which gave the cave its name. Also inside the cave there is a small mineral spring which villagers believe is sacred.
A hill that is about 44 metres high and was originally called "Khao Sattanat". King Rama V had commanded a palace to be built on the hill and made a royal visit to receive the Portuguese minister in 1887. The palace area was donated by King Rama VII to be used as a monastery, which was later called "Wat Khao Wang".
พิพิธภัณฑสถานแห่งชาติ ราชบุรี
Exhibition highlighting Ratchaburi, regarding history, archaeology, ethnology, geology, traditional arts. Also shows culture of Lao Song, Karen, and Thai Yuan. Showcases prominent artefacts besides the royal sword Ratchasattra of Monthon Ratchabur.
A big rig car show, drag race, burnout competition and gymhkana.
เขาแหลม
One of the more well-known hiking trails in Suan Pueng District, on the far west side of the province. It is a moderate hike that around 8-9 kilometers, but many trail runners also run along this route. To get to the trailhead you to contact a local to drive you there as the road is extremely rugged and a special modified 4x4 is required; they will pick you up at an agreed location near the area. Porters are available for hire for an additional fee. This can be done has a day trip or an overnight. Be aware, there are a lot of leeches during the rainy season, so be prepared to wear something to protect from them if going during that time. Update: as of January 2025, the trail is closed until further notice.
เขาทะลุมิติ
A 10 minute steep hike that takes you to the top of an open cave at the top of a hill where you can get a scenic view of the surrounding areas.
สโมสรฟุตบอลจังหวัดราชบุรี
Ratchaburi is home to Ratchaburi F.C., a local football team that plays in the Thai League 1. The home stadium, Dragon Solar Park, capacity at 10,000, is about 10-15 minutes from Muang Ratchaburi.
ตลาดสนามหญ้า
The main market in the middle of Ratchaburi town. The market has multiple food and drink vendors that become more active in the evening. Great place for affordable and good food.
By bus
, provides buses from the Southern Bus Terminal to Ratchaburi everyday. The first-class and second-class air-conditioned buses depart many times a day, taking about 2 hours to get to the province.
By train
The State Railway of Thailand provides trains leaving Bangkok Railway Station Hualamphong and Thonburi Railway Station (Bangkok Noi) everyday, which takes about 2 hours.
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