Sirichit Park

This park is a multi-purpose public park, located on the bank of Ping River opposite Chakangrao Hotel. It has a sport field, flower garden, tourism public relations center and folk products and handicrafts center or night bazaar, covering the area about 175 rai. (1 acre is equivalent to 2.5 rai)

 
 
Ho Trai Wat Khu Yang

This scripture hall, the architecture of the Rattanakosin Period, is situated in Wat Khu Yang under the responsible area of the Kamphaeng Phet Municipality. It was referred to in the writings of King Rama V. The building was established in the water but its lower part was very far from the water surface. This distinguished pattern was designed to prevent Buddhist Scriptures from damage by termites, cockroaches and rats. Presently, the building is still begin in a complete condition.

 
 
Wat Chang or Wat Nak Watcharasophon

It is an old monastery renowned as an origin of the most respected votive tablets "Phra Sum Ko(Mai" which are now rarely found.

 
 
Marble Mine

This marble mine is located in Amphoe Phran Kratai within the concession area of about 22 rais. It has operated since October 5,1983. The marble products here have several colors: pink, ivory, white and Grey.

 
 
Sirikit Oil Field

It is an oil source located in Amphoe Lan Krabu under the Thai Shell Exploration & Production Company, the concessionaire. The company started its drill for oil and natural gas for commercial purposes in 1982. The raw oil from this source is called "Namman Phet" (Diamond Oil). The wording "Chot Chuang Chat Chawan" (splendid) has its origin from this oil sources it represents the first hope of Thailand's energy source.

 
 
Khlong Lan Hilltribe Handicraft Center

This center was established to support the hill tribes namely Hmong, Yao, Lisu, Musur and Karen, dwelling in Amphoe Khlong Lan and Amphoe Khlong Khlung in their income earning and better living. Also it was considered as a means to draw visitors to tourist attractions in Amphoe Khlong Lan. Souvenirs and indigenous products of each hilltribe are on sale here. Among them are clothed, silver decorations, etc. In addition, visitors will witness how to produce decorations from silver. The center under supervision of the Kamphaeng Phet's Hilltribe Aid and Development Center is located about 5.5 kms. far from town in the village of Khlong Lan, Tambon Khlong Lan Pattana nearby the entrance of the Khlong Lan National Park.

 

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