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General Information
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.
How to get there
Car
a) From Bangkok, take Highway No. 1 (Phahonyothin Road) and Highway No. 32 to Sing Buri via Ayutthaya and Ang
Thong.
b) From Bangkok, travel to Ayutthaya via Highway No. 32, then proceed along Highway No. 309 to Sing Buri via Ang
Thong.
Bus
Both air-conditioned and non air-conditioned buses depart from Mochit 2 Bus Terminal to Sing Buri every day. Call 0 2936 2852-66 for more
information.
Festivals
Khai Bang Rachan Hero Day
Khai 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 Buris
products.
Sing Buri Fish-Eating and Red Cross Fair
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 Buris best culinary creation, usually held in late December each
year.
Traditional Boat Race
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.
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