:: General Information ::
 Prachinburi
used to be a very prosperous town with beautiful waterfalls
and canals which are very popular among nature adventurers.
In the old days, Prachinburi had a
long history of civilization of about 800 years ago,
since the Dvaravati period. The ruined town of “Mueang
Si Mahosot” at Tambon Khokpip, Amphoe Mahosot was discovered.
At Ban Khok Kwang, Amphoe Si Mahosot, east to Mueang
Si Mahosot, there was an ancient community at the same
period as Muang Si Mahosot .
 Through
the traces of the ancient towns, there were discoveries
of historical venues that were used for religious purposes
and historic materials such as Buddha images, earthenwares,
and pottery. It was also recorded that the center of
civilization has been moved to the present coast of
the Bang Pakong River. There were many administration
alterations, from town to Monthon, and Changwat (Province)
at present.
Geographical Location
In general, Prachinburi has plain areas and highlands.
There are hills and mountains in the north adjacent
to Dong Phaya Yen Mountain ranges. In the south and
east, there are plains and forests. Low-lying plains
suitable for agriculture are in the west of the province
Climate
Prachinburi has an alternative climate of both dry and
damp. Tropical rain in the southeast monsoon season
causes damp and rain throughout the season. Northwestern
wind in cool season causes dryness. There are 3 different
seasons: rainy, during June – October ; cool, during
November - February; and dry, during March - May. The
average temperature of the year is approximately 27
- 30 degree Celcius or 83 - 88 degrees Fahrenheit.
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