“Khao Wang” is a historic site that is regarded as the symbol of the Petchaburi province. The hill-top structure which can be seen from afar is originally King Rama IV's palace. The compound consists of a pagoda, a temple and palace buildings, most of which are built in neoclassical and Chinese architectural styles.

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Built in the reign of King Rama V as the king's rainy-season palace, the palace was built in German-styled architecture. The palace consists of many main rooms including the main hall, the dining room, the main bedroom and the drawing room etc. The palace's exterior is simply decorated but emphasizes on the building size and the beauty of door and window's carvings and decoration.

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The temple is one of the historically, artistically and archeologically significant temples in Petchaburi province. Attractions inside the temple compound include the main Viharn where important Buddha images are installed, the five-spired Prang, the minor Viharn, and a museum where a collection of historical artefacts and art pieces related to the temple are publicly displayed.

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Located within chambers of caves, Tham Khao Luang is one of the oldest and popular tourist attractions in Petchaburi. Within these chambers are graceful Buddha images, as well as ceiling openings from which sunlight can shine into and brighten the temple area.

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Wat Yai Suwannaram Temple, or simply “Wat Yai,” is a minor temple under royal patronage. Formerly named, “Wat Noi Pak Tai,” it is an old and famous temple which was built in Ayutthaya period. The vicinity of the temple are full of beautiful and elegant art pieces which are products of Petchaburi's craftmanship. The most notable arts found in the temple is the Ayutthaya-period wall painting in the Ubosot which depicts congregation of Deva. Due to its long history and elegance, the temple ground has been depicted in many Thai historical movies and period dramas.

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