Nakhon Pathom

Nakhon Pathom
Introduction:
Nakhon Pathom is located in an alluvial plain in the central region, about 58 kms by road from Bangkok.
Generally, it is an area of alluvia plain which is drained by the Tha Chin River, covering an area of 2,168,327 sq kms or about 1,355,204 sq Rai. It is an old city which has aninteresting history dating back thousands of years. It was well known as a center of culturaldevelopment and prosperity. From theevidence revealed by extensive
excavation inthe past, we have learned a lot of things which have historical and archaeological value, such as Phra Pathom Chedi and Dhammacakra (Symbol of the completeness of the Dhamma) etc.

Borders
North: Suphan Buri and AyutthayaSouth: Ratcha Buri and Samut SakhonEast: Nontha Buri and BangkokWest: Kanchanaburi
Distance from Nakhon Pathom city of nearby Provinces
Ayutthaya 142 kms.Bangkok 56 kms.Kanchanaburi 65 kms.Ratchaburi 65 kms.Samut Sakhon 63 kms.
Distance from Nahon Pathom city to its districts
Bang Lane 33 kms.Dontum 20 kms.Kamphaengsaen 20 kms.Nakhon Chaisri 14 kms.Sampran 21 kms.

Gliding Luang Por Wat Rai Khing Festival

Held during the 13 th waxing moon day to the 4 th , waning moon day of the 5 th lunar month, every year, altogether 8 days and 8 nights. Many forms of entertainment are available such as musical performance, Lie-Kay (Thai song and dance performance), Movies. Local goods are also available for sale.

Paying homage to Phra Pathom Chedi Fair
Taking place during the 12 th, waxing moon day to the 4 th , waning moon day on the 12 Th, lunar month of every year. Venue: In the precinct of the Phra Pathom Chedi, Amphoe Muang, Nakhon Pathom.Background: The festival fair for Paying home to Phra Pathom Chedi is held annually for nine days and nights. There are all kinds of entertainment as well as displays of the local products.