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Phetchaburi is a province located in western Thailand, situated along the country's southwestern coast. It is notable for its historical significance, natural attractions including caves and beaches, and traditional cultural heritage that reflects Thailand's past.
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Phetchaburi (Thai: เพชรบุรี, pronounced [pʰét.tɕʰā.bū.rīː]) or Phet Buri (pronounced [pʰét bū.rīː]) is one of the western or central provinces (changwat) of Thailand.
In addition to the landlocked capital Mueang Phetchaburi, other main habitations are Cha-am (touristy beach resort town), Ban Laem (coastal district famous for salt production and seafood), Ban Lat (central district primarily focused on farming), Tha Yang (major agricultural hub known for its markets), Khao Yoi (Known for its caves and the Thai Song Dam ethnic culture), Nong Ya Plong (mountainous northwestern area popular for hot springs and nature), Kaeng Krachan (home to Thailand’s largest national park Kaeng Krachan National Park).
Excerpted from Wikipedia’s “Phetchaburi” article, available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.