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Wat Bangkung
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| Thailand's
smallest province is very flat, known for the salt produced
at numerous artificial lakes. The town sits beside the
Mae Klong River, at whose mouth villagers scramble to
collect hoi lot (worm shells) beloved by Thais.There are
three floating markets on the outskirts of town, including
Tha Kha Floating Market, set in an open area of traditional
wooden houses. Ban Bencharong is a small village producing
traditional five coloured ceramics. |
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| Attractions
include Wat Phet Samut Worawihan, containing a large Buddha
image known as Luang Pho Wat Ban Laem, Wat Satthatham,
whose main building is made of teak, encrusted with mother
of pearl depicting scenes from the life of Buddha; and
a delightful Memorial Park full of trees and plants, honouring
the birthplace of King Rama II. |
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