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Phra Pathom Chedi

Phra Pathom Chedi, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Phra Pathom ChediPhra Pathom Chedi, the largest and highest pagoda in Thailand and the first attraction in Nakhon Pathom city.InformationName: Phra Pathom ChediProvince: Nakhon PathomLocation: Central ThailandPictures in the web: Phra Pathom ChediLast Visit: September... 

Don Wai Market

Don Wai Market, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Don Wai MarketThe entrance to the market is on the way to Wat Rai Khing. A variety of local food is available.This market is the home of a fascinating old riverside community in Nakhon Chaisi.My PhotosFirst Photo: Don Wai Market in Nakhon Pathom 

Mae Nam Tha Chin River

Mae Nam Tha Chin River, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Mae Nam Tha Chin RiverMae Nam Tha Chin River. Take a boat from Doi Wai Market.My PhotosFirst Photo: Mae Nam river in Nakhon PathomSecond Photo: Mae Nam river in Nakhon PathomThird Photo: Mae Nam river in Nakhon PathomFourth Photo: Mae Nam river in Nakhon PathomFifth Photo:... 

Thai Human Imagery Museum

Thai Human Imagery Museum, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Thai Human Imagery MuseumPresented a wax and fibreglass model in many kinds,such as 8 Kings in Chakri dynasty, characters from Thai famous literature “ Phra Aphai Manee” , scenes in historic times, traditional playings and Contemporary Thai lifstyles.InformationName: Thai... 

Wat Rai Khing

Wat Rai Khing, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Wat Rai KhingLuang Pho Wat Rai Khing, the principal Buddha image of the temple, is highly revered by Nakhon Pathom people.InformationName: Wat Rai KingProvince: Nakhon PathomLocation: Central ThailandLast Visit: September 2006My PhotosFirst Photo: Nikos and Emmy in Wat Rai... 

Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo

Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Samphran Elephant Ground & ZooIn Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo there are various kinds of animals on display and show.InformationName: Samphran Elephant Ground & ZooProvince: Nakhon PathomLocation: Central ThailandPictures in the web: Samphran Elephant Ground & ZooLast... 

Rose Garden

Rose Garden, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Rose GardenA garden in the river with an orchid farm, thai art and culture show.InformationName: Rose GardenAttraction Type: Garden, ZooProvince: Nakhon PathomLocation: Central ThailandPictures in the web: Rose GardenLast Visit: September 2007My PhotosFirst Photo: Rose... 

Crocodile Show in Samphran Elephant Zoo

Crocodile Show in Samphran Elephant Zoo, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  Crocodile Show in Samphran Elephant ZooThe crocodile show in Samphran Elephant Ground and Zoo. A famous show in Thailand like and other places (Samut Prakan and more...)My PhotosFirst Photo: Crocodile Show in Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo 

Floating restaurants at Donwai temple

Floating restaurants at Donwai temple, Nakhon Pathom

 pattayaraj Says:  Apart from local market,at Donwai temple, you can enjoy yummy local food and dessert.Most ingredients come from local area.So almost 're fresh and natural. If you see one crowded restaurant,that one 's a popular and delicious. 

Cruise along Tha Jeen river

Cruise along Tha Jeen river, Nakhon Pathom

 pattayaraj Says:  There 're 2 crusing routes from Donwai temple. The one I tried was from Donwai temple to Rai Khing temple. The cruise name Sri Sawas (Yon Yuk) boat. Tel. 0-1448-8876, 0-1659-5805, 0-3432-1038. And another route 's Mitr Saichol travel boat, offer a trip to another side of the... 

Local market at Donwai temple

Local market at Donwai temple, Nakhon Pathom

 pattayaraj Says:  Donwai temple 's famous as temple in local market where sell local food,dessert and fruits. In the same area,there're some floating restuarants which you can enjoy local dishes. Or if you 'd like to enjoy cruising, some cruise company offer 2 routes along Tha Jeen river. You... 

Buddha Monthon area

Buddha Monthon area, Nakhon Pathom

 pattayaraj Says:  Buddha Monthon or Buddha Mandala is an important place of Thai Buddhist. Located at Buddha Monthon District with a huge park and well-decorated. In this area,there're the remodelling of the important Buddhism places such as the Birth place of Buddha,the the attained... 

Hotels  

Rose Garden Aprime Resort

 2 Reviews and 18 Opinions  Relaxing with amazing Spa by the hotel and it located by the river. Check out from its website. It... 

Restaurants  

Night Market: Night Market

Night Market: Night Market, Nakhon Pathom

 Wann Says:  Many time I travel pass by central of the town but mostly just in daytime. Once I stayed over night there and be able to see how lively at night in town. I had a nice & easy dinner at night markt in the area front of The biggest chedi. It's a big night market, there's a... 

Transportation  

By car

By car, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  By Car: From Bangkok, driving on the old route of Petchakasem Road (Highway No.4) passing Aom Noi, Aom Yai, Sam Phran to Nakhon Pathom or driving on a new route from Bangkok, passing Buddhamonthon, Nakhon Chaisi to Nakhon Pathom.My PhotosFirst Photo: Wat Rhai King in Nakhon... 

By Bus

By Bus, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  By Bus: From the Southern Bus Terminal. Located on Borommarat Chonnani Road, about 2 km. from Pin Klao Bridge. Tel: 0 2435 1199, 0 2435 1200 (air-con bus) or 0 2434 5557-8 (non air-con bus)My PhotosFirst Photo: Wat Rhai King in Nakhon Pathom 

By Rail

By Rail, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  By Rail: The State Railway of Thailand operates daily trains to Nakhon Pathom.For more information contact Bangkok’s Hualampong Railway Grand Station tel: 0-2223-7010, 0-2223-7020My PhotosFirst Photo: Thai Human Imagery Museum in Nakhon Pathom 

Local Customs  

My favorite Attractions in Nakhon Pathom

My favorite Attractions in Nakhon Pathom, Nakhon Pathom

 volopolo Says:  My favorite Attractions in Nakhon Pathom01. Sanam Chan Palace02. Rose Garden 03. Thai Human Imagery Museum 04. Wat Rai Khing 05. Phra Pathom Chedi 06. Samphran Elephant Ground and Zoo 07. Nakhon Chai Si River 08. Ancient City of Kamphaeng Saen09. Thai Farmers' Lifestyle... 

I made a wish ...

I made a wish ..., Nakhon Pathom

 Wann Says:  This is a yellow cloth (actually its color yellow + orange, we normally see same as a color of cloth of monk). All visitors are invited to donate and write something on the yellow cloth as later the cloth will be used for wrapping around the bottom of the chedi when they are... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

More on dogs

More on dogs, Nakhon Pathom

 jgrim14 Says:  Despite the fact that most of the dogs here are vicious little bastards, if you have a soft spot in your heart for animals, this town can be hard to stomach in terms of injuried dogs. They have little fear of cars and motorbikes, so often times they casually stroll across... 

Aggressive dogs

Aggressive dogs, Nakhon Pathom

 jgrim14 Says:  There are more stray dogs in this town than I have ever seen in my life. I love dogs, but rabid, aggressive dogs like these should probably be avoided. As a matter of fact, its a bit difficult to avoid them. They also roam in packs, so it can be a bit scary at times. Within... 

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 This impressive pagoda is 120 mt high and it has a 234 mt long circumference at the base. It is one of the largest (for sure the highest) in the world and it is... 

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Nakhon Pathom - Attractions and Zoo near Bangkok

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 Nakhon Pathom Province Big Image: Sanam Chand Palace in Nakhon Pathom First Small Photo: Nikos and Emmy in Sanam Chand Palace, Nakhon Pathom Second Small Photo: Me in Phra Pathom Chedi, Nakhon... 

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Nakhon Pathom

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 Nakhon Pathom means first city.This name derived from the evidence of archaeology which found in this area. 

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Visit the biggest pagoda in Thailand

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 I travel pass by the central of the province so many times but seldom stop by there. When I think about place to go for a day trip from Bangkok and be able to travel by train, there’s some choices as... 

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A Worth While Stop Over

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 Our trip to Nakhon Pathom we can say to be surprising. We thought we were just be going to the floating market then later have lunch at the Rose Garden. Lani & I were surprised when we were informed... 

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The oldest city in Thailand

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 Nakhon Pathom is a provincial capital just 55 kms west of Bangkok. It is said to be the oldest city in Thailand: it was the center of the Dvaravati Kingdom in the 6th century, but it was probably... 

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