Ratchaburi
Ratchaburi, a city of historical significance dating back to the Dvaravati period over 1,000 years ago, lies on the banks of the Mae Klong River, 80 kilometers west of Bangkok. Ratchaburi's diverse topography encompasses lowlands to the east and the Tanaosi Mountains to the west, which form a natural border with Myanmar (Burma). The province of Ratchaburi is rich in natural beauty and historical sites. It captivates visitors with its exceptional natural beauty and offers numerous opportunities to experience Thai culture.
Ratchaburi's main attraction is the Damnoen Saduak floating market, a must-see for many Bangkok tourists. Vendors offer their wares from boats on Ratchaburi's canals. Every morning, hundreds of boats crowd the market, steered by women in straw hats. For just a few hundred baht, visitors can rent a boat and explore the canals while shopping for everything from fruits and vegetables to freshly cooked noodles and souvenirs.
In Amphoe Mueang of Ratchaburi there are many beautiful and interesting historical places, such as the City Pillar Shrine, Wat Phra Sri Ratana Mahathat and the Ratchaburi National Museum.
A well-known spot in Ratchaburi is the Damnoen Saduak floating market. This market, over a hundred years old, is filled with wooden boats laden with colorful fruits and vegetables. Nature lovers can visit the Huay Phark Waterfall, a small waterfall in the Tanowsri Mountains in the Suan Pheung district.
The most important festival is the Khao Ho or Ang Mi Thong Festival. It is a blessing ceremony that takes place every nine months of the lunar calendar. During this ceremony, people cook Khao Ho, a sticky rice shaped into a cone and wrapped around a dough ball.
Ratchaburi is famous among gourmets for its fresh milk. Production is carried out by the Nong Pho Dairy Co-operative Ltd. (under royal patronage). The milk is of high quality and reasonably priced.
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