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PHETCHABURI
The most popular attraction in Phetchaburi is the Phra Nakhon Kiri
or Khao Wang ( Palace on the hill). Phetchaburi is also home to
the southernmost Khmer ruins in Thailand, which date from the time
of the Kingdom of Angkor.
PHRA NAKHON KIRI
Built in 1859 by King Rama IV (King Mongkut ) as a breezy retreat
from the heat of the surrounding plains. The small mount offers
pleasant views of the surrounding area. The palace and accompanying
temple and other buildings are well maintained by the Fine Arts
Department and have a small but interesting collection of old Royal
household items. The path up the hill to the palace is surrounded
by monkeys who will snatch any fruit or other foods you are carrying.
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