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Wat Sothorn Wararam Woraviharn |
This
scenic province is famous for its mangoes and farm produce,
but the main attraction is Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan,
housing Phra Buddha Sothon, one of the most revered Buddha
images in Thailand. The 1.98-metre-high image has a mysterious
past. Legend says it was one of three images seen floating
down the Bang Pakong River, which was retrieved by famous
monk Luang Pho Sothon and enshrined in this temple, which
is frequently crowded with people paying homage. |
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Bang
Pakong River is a scenic spot for boat rides. An ancient
fortress still displaying old cannons is a good view point.
Som Thawee meditation centre, 20 kilometres north of the
town, offers meditation classes in both English and German. |
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