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Thong is small province on the bank of the
Chao Phraya River. The former settlement is at
Wiset Chai Chan on the bank of the Noi River.
It was an essential frontier outpost of Ayutthaya
when fighting with the Burmese. The majority of
the people was later moved to a new site on the
left bank of the Chao Phraya River during the
Thon Buri period. Ang Tong is located 108 kms.
north of Bangkok. It occupies an area of 968 square
kilometres
Ang Thong is administratively divided into seven
districts (Amphoes): Muang Ang Tong, Chaiyo, Pa
Mok, Pho Tong, Sawaengha, Wiset Chai Chan and
Samko.
Wat Ton Son Located in the town on the west bank
of the Chao Phraya River, this old temple enshrines
"Somdet Phra Si Muang", a beautiful
seated Buddha image.
Boat Races The major annual regatta takes
place in front of Wat Chaiyo Worawihan on the Chao
Phraya River in October, together with the Luang
Pho To Worship Festival.
During October, boat races are also held at other
riverside temples including Wat Pa Mok by the
Chao Phraya River and Wat Pho Kriap by the Noi
River in Amphoe Pho Thong. Famous boats from all
over the country join the races.
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