A city of historical strategic importance, Kamphaeng Phetisnow a charming
, quiet provincewith many interesting naturaland cultural attractions.
Geographically located in thelower portion of NorthernThailand along
the banksof the Ping River, KamphaengPhet is 358 kilometers fromBangkok.
To the east ofKamphaeng Phet are flatlands,while in the west
and lush, fertile forests.
In the areas along the Ping River near the provincial capital of Kamphaeng
Phet there were once a number of ancient towns that served as strategic
front-line frontier-posts between the northern and central kingdoms.
In fact, the name Kamphaeng Phet literally means “strong as walls”
or “forts make of diamonds”.
The capital city of Kamphaeng Phet is split into two: the new city, which
appears very similar to a typical Thai provincial city, and the old city,
encircled by the original fortification walls that now protect a historical park.
Kamphaeng Phet is a charming balance of old and new worlds, with comfortable
accommodation available in the new city, while historical attractions await
visitors in the wall-encircled old city. The town also features a lively
street market,and day trip attractions include nearby Khlong Lan National Park,
an area of outstanding natural beauty filled with exotic flora and fauna.
Credit::tourismthailand
