Suphan Buri

According to very old Buddhist writings, Suphan Buri was the site of the legendary Suvarnabhumi. However, the first settlement came from the Dvaravati period, when the town was known as Mueang Thawarawadi Si Suphannaphumi. Then it was renamed U Thong, was the home town of Prince U Thong, the establisher of the Ayutthaya kingdom. Under the reign of King Khun Luang Pha Ngua, it was given the present name, Suphan Buri. It was an important border city as well as the military base of some battles with the Burmese.

Suphan Buri is an ancient province rich in natural and historical heritage. It was once an important border town in battles and wars during the Ayutthaya kingdom. Historical evidences and artifacts from the New Stone Age, Bronze Age and Iron Age will lead tourists travel to the past as Wat Suwannaphum, Don Chedi Monument, U Thong National Museum, Wat Phra Rup, City Pillar Shrine, National Museum of Thai Rice Farmers, etc. Besides, numerous natural wonders as Bueng Chwak Aquarium, Phu Toei National Park and the famous local-style cake Sali Suphan also impress a lot of visitors.

Suphan Buri is the province having rich culture and traditions which are preserved through many generations. Some popular events and festivals are Don Chedi Memorial Day, Kam Fa Tradition, Bun Bang Fai or Rocket Festival, Thing Krachat-a merit-making festival, Tak Bat Thewo, and Lao Song Wedding Tradition, etc., with various traditional ceremonies and interesting activities as well as entertainment performances.

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