Lop Buri Province:
Lop Buri, situated in the central
part of Thailand, is a pre-historical city with alluring natural beauty.
Monkeys are revered in this region and hence Lop Buri is also known as the Land
of Monkeys. The region is also well known for coconut jelly, mushroom jelly and also for its Khao Phra Ngam Gems that are available in
several colors.
Palace of King Narai tops the
list of tourist spots in Lop Buri. There are numerous ancient shrines and
temples in this region, which include Wat
Mani Chonlakhan, Wat Nakhon Kosa and Wat Phra Si Maha That. Khuen Pa Sak
Cholasit, the biggest reservoir in Central Thailand, is a major tourist
attraction in Lop Buri. A train journey over this dam is truly a refreshing
moment. The most important event in Lop Buri is the King Narai Reign Fair.
Organized in the King Narai Palace, the celebrations include folk
entertainment, folk dances, and a light and sound presentation describing the
period of King Narai the Great. More...
Lop Buri Demographic Data :
| Capital: |
Lop Buri (town) |
| Area: |
6,199.8 km²
Ranked 37th |
| Inhabitants: |
745,506 (2000)
Ranked 30th |
| Pop. density: |
120 inh./km²
Ranked 38th |
| ISO 3166-2: |
TH-16 |
| Governor: |
Charuphong Phonladet
(since October 2007) |
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Lop Buri Tourist Attractions:
- Phra Si Rattana Mahathat Temple
- Phra Nari Ratchaniwet Palace
- Sao Thong Thong Temple
- Wichayen House
- Pa Si Mahapho Wipatsana Temple
- Chai Narai Farm
- Samp Langka Wildlife Sanctuary
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