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SUPHAN BURI |
Suphan Buri
is an ancient town rich in culture and historical
temples. It is located on the bank of the Tha
Chin River, sometimes called the Suphan Buri River
by its people. Suphan Buri once was an important
border town involved in battles and wars during
the Ayutthaya period.
Suphan Buri is located some
169 kilometres from Bangkok along Highway No.
340. It occupies an area of 5,358 square kilometres
and is administratively divided into 10 districts:
Muang Suphan Buri, Doem Bang Nang Buat, Bang
Pla Ma, Si Prachan, Song Phi Nong, Sam Chuk,
U Thong, Don Chedi, Dan Chang and Nong Ya Sai.
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Chedi Memorial This annual fair is held for
7 days to commemorate the historic event at Don
Chedi in 1592 that led to the liberation of the
kingdom from foreign occupation. The celebration
commences on the 25th of January, which is regarded
as the Royal Thai Armed Forces Day, with historical
exhibitions and outdoor entertainment.
Activities include a light
and sound show of the elephant fight, a Don
Chedi Beauty Pagaent (with contestants in period
costume), a fair of both government and private
organizations, and other stage performances.
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