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Amazed by the luxury of the Siamese court during his visit here with Louis XIV’s ambassador in 1685, the French historian Nicolas Gervaise declared that “Lopburi is to Siam what Versailles is to France”. Since then, the appearance of this large garrison town has obviously changed somewhat, with its busy traffic and maze of avenues. A former holiday residence of the royal family, the city has nonetheless retained some fine examples of its illustrious past, which are best appreciated by visiting the old town on foot. The town’s temples are particularly interesting.
Tourist attractions Chon Buri : Things to see and do
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Wat Phra Si Ratana Mahatat
Th. Nakala T - Lopburi
The city of Lopburi has given its name to an artistic school inspired by Khmer art. Its temples saw the development of the prang – a tower-sanctuary in the shape of a corn cob, which symbolises the mythical axis of the world (Mount Meru) – and of s..
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Phra Narai Ratcha Niwet
Th. Nakala T - Lopburi
Although this royal palace, a summer residence built by Phra Narai in the 17C with the help of French architects, shows the influence of the Sun King, it is still difficult to imagine the full splendour of its past. Behind its ramparts, three courtya..
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Vichayen House
Vichayen House T - Lopburi
Three monumental gates lead to this estate, the remains of which bear witness to the fortune and power of the royal adviser, Constantin Faulkon. With its Western style of architecture, Vichayen House could easily blend into a European city. Located c..
