Phetchaburi
Phetchaburi is a historic province southwest of Bangkok, with caves, hill palaces and temples in the old town and beaches further south around Cha-am. It is an easy stop between Bangkok and Hua Hin.
The old town rewards a half day on foot or by bike, while the coast gives a relaxed seaside break.
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Quando visitar
The cooler months from about November to February are best for walking between sights. The hot season is strong in the open, so start early.
The rainy season brings showers, though visits are still possible.
Melhor altura para visitar: janeiro, dezembro
Principais atrações
- Khao Luang Cave is a large cave with Buddha images, lit by light falling through openings in the roof.
- Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park is a hilltop palace complex above the old town.
- Mrigadayavan Palace is a wooden palace near the coast, built as a royal retreat.
- Golden Buddha is a golden Buddha statue near the old town.
Listas em destaque
O que experienciar
- Hilltop palace: Walk the paths above the old town.
- Cave visit: See Buddha images in a natural cave.
- Beach day: Relax at Cha-am.
- Temple stroll: Visit several in the old town.
Excursões e atividades
Phetchaburi — Mapa
Passeios de um dia
- Old town walk: temples and shops within a short distance.
- Cha-am beach: a seaside town to the south.
- Hua Hin: a bigger resort within easy reach.
Onde explorar
- Hua Hin is a popular seaside resort to the south.
- Khao Sam Roi Yot is a coastal national park further south.
- Kanchanaburi is a river town to the northwest.
Como chegar
- By bus or minivan: Services run from Bangkok.
- By train: The railway line stops in the old town.
- By car: The drive from Bangkok is straightforward.
Como se deslocar
- Walking and bikes: The old town is easy to cover.
- Songthaews and taxis: Available for hill and cave sights.
- Hired car: Handy for beach trips.
Conduzir
- Is a car worth it?: Helpful for the coast and caves.
- Driving side: Traffic drives on the left.
- Roads: Main roads are paved and busy near holidays.
Comida e bebida
The province is known for sweets made with palm sugar, and for seafood on the coast. Old town markets sell local snacks.
Segurança e saúde
- Monkeys: Macaques near the hill palace can grab food and bags.
- Heat: Bring water and a hat.
- Temples: Dress modestly.
- Royal family: Do not speak or write badly about the monarchy. It is a serious crime in Thailand.
História
The old town has long been a stop for royal travel, and kings of the Bangkok era built retreats on the hill and along the coast.
Factos sobre o país
Quick practical facts for Thailand at a glance:
- Moeda
- Baht tailandês THB ฿ · Pagamentos com cartão · Geralmente aceite
- Números de emergência
- 191 Polícia
- Eletricidade
- 220 V · 50 HzTipo A / Tipo B / Tipo C / Tipo O
- Idiomas
- tailandês
- Água da torneira
- Beber com precaução
- Sentido de condução
- Esquerda
- Indicativo telefónico
- +66
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