The small, charming Sapphaya district of Chai Nat exudes an atmosphere where time seems to stand still. As a province on the Chao Phraya River, Chai Nat played a crucial role when rivers and canals were Siam's main transport routes. This riverside district was an important hub. Today, a part of the city's classical past is well preserved.

Coming here to see the century-old, all-wooden police station is a unique experience. Built during the province's golden age, the elevated police building boasts intricate wood carvings and openwork gables reminiscent of the popular tropical architecture of the time. Now a listed historical monument of Thailand, the police station is slated for extensive restoration. Locals flock here to see the building and pay their respects to the revered Buddha statue, "Luang Pu Feung."

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Attractions near Chai Nat

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Wat Klai Kangwon is an ancient temple dating back to the Lop Buri period (9th to 12th centuries). This once-abandoned temple underwent extensive renovations in 1967. Today, it is an important sacred site for the province and is surrounded by a fence over 5 kilometers long.

Reputed to be Asia's largest aviary, the Chai Nat Bird Park covers more than 26 rai and is home to over 100 species of birds – all with plenty of space, though not with the complete freedom they would wish to fly around and among other animals in a zoo-like atmosphere.

Wat Phra Boromthat Worawihan, formerly known as Wat Sri Sa Mueang, is an ancient temple considered the patron saint of the Chai Nat people. It is distinguished by its Ayutthaya-era architecture and the 700-year-old, highly revered Luangpho Yai statue.