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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 Muang 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 Celsius or 83 - 88 degrees
Fahrenheit.
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