2 Notable Architectures to Explore in Phetchaburi

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Phetchaburi

Petchaburi is situated on the northwestern shores of the Gulf of Thailand. Phetchaburi province is famous for its beautiful beaches and mountains. It features Thailand's largest national park the Kaeng Krachan National Park.

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Notable Architectures to Explore in Phetchaburi

Phra Nakhon Khiri (Khao Wang)

Phra Nakhon Khiri is a historical park in Phetchaburi, Thailand on a hill overlooking the city. The name Phra Nakhon Khiri means 'holy city hill', but locals know it better as Khao Wang, meaning 'hill with palace'. The park consists of three building groups on the three peaks of the 95 m hill. On the western peak is the palace with adjoining structures. On the middle or central peak is a big chedi named Phra That Chom Phet.

Wat Kamphaeng Laeng

The Wat Kamphaeng Laeng is a Khmer sanctuary located within the grounds of Wat activity south of Phetchaburi, It consists of four buildings entirely of laterite; each of the towers rests on a stepped base and has four openings. The whole is surrounded by an original surrounding wall. The main prang is Lopburi style; it was surrounded by four smaller towers. At a later period, a small oratory was added in front of the row of three towers. There are traces of the stucco decorations.

Map of Notable Architectures to explore in Phetchaburi