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Sing Buri is 142 kms. north of Bangkok
on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. It was established
in the year 1895 during the reign of King Rama V through
a consolidation of three small riverside towns including
Sing Buri, In Buri, and Phrom Buri. The province currently
occupies an area of 822 square kilometres and is divided
into six districts (Amphoes): Muang Sing Buri, In Buri,
Bang Rachan, Khai Bang Rachan, Phrom Buri and Tha Chang.
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Bang Rachan Hero Day is usually held between February
4-6 at the Khai Bang Rachan Park. Activities include homage
rituals to pay homage to the sculpture of Phra Achan Thammachot,
historical about the heroes of Bang Rachan accompanied
by Light and Sound Presentation, together with local entertainment
and exhibition of Sing Buri’s products.
Traditional Boat Race is held
yearly in September on the Chao Phraya River in front
of the old town hall. This exciting and colourful event
attracts entries from many provinces vieing for the
Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Trophy.
Sing Buri Fish-Eating and Red
Cross Fair Being close to many natural water ways,
Sing Buri is well known for abundant fish particularly
the Mae La catfish. The province is also where the Khrua
Hua Pa recipe originated. The fair features some of
Song Buri’s best culinary creation, usually held in
late December each year.
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