I am a professional tour guide who was born here. I love Phetchburi! that you can explore time and again, discovering something interesting as every time you do, like locals.There are a lot of beautiful places to visit in Phetchburi, and I would love to show you these beautiful sights and experiences.

Phetchaburi is about 130km (75 miles) southwest of Bangkok.The city is one of the oldest settlements in Thailand, mentioned in historical records dating to the 8th century, and has significant standing artifacts dating to the 12th century.There are numerous temples in and around the city center and market area, in addition to the Royal Palace, known informally as Khao Wang ( the summer palace), that dominates the skyline.The city is situated on the River Phet ("diamond" in Thai), which originates in the Kaeng Krachan National Park and flows into the Gulf of Thailand in the Baan Laem district.

Phetchaburi is a predominantly agricultural province.The city reflects this with a large and thriving traditional market, buzzing with activity from pre-dawn until mid-day and replete with the aromas of everything.It is very much a working city, with few tourists nor the infrastructure to support them.

Phetchaburi is synonymous with a number of local dishes, having gained particular popularity for its production of certain food products and local recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation.