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City Pillar Shrine ]
This is located in the compound of the City Hall. It was constructed in
1977 as a four gabled pavilion housing the city pillar and statues of
the gods Narai and Vishnu. On one side is enshrined a Buddha image of
the Sukhothai style in the
attitude of Subduing Evil.
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Wat Sing ]
 This first Mon style temple of Pathum Thani is located on the
west bank of the Chao Phraya River, 3 kms. from the township area. It
houses Luang Pho To, an Ayutthaya style gold covered Buddha image in a
rare mara posture and Luang Pho Phet, a reclining Buddha image . The
monk's former quarters has been turned into a museum for Mon antiques
along with a teak reproduction of a Lord Buddha footprint and a bedstead
utilized by King Rama II during his visit to Sam Khok. The villagers
living around the temple produce old style Mon bricks, famous products
of Pathum Thani.
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Wat Hong Pathummawat ]
This is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River in the
town. It was constructed by the reign of King Taksin. The chedi and
vihara are replicas of the ones at Hongsawadi City. The fish sanctuary
in front of the temple attracts many tourists during holidays.
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Wat Chedi Thong ]
 This temple is located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River
in the vicinity of Amphoe Sam Khok, 8 kms. from Pathum Thani Town. There
is a Mon style pagoda approximately 160 years old and a white jade
Buddha image enshrined in the ubosot.
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Wat Chinwararam ]
This temple, originally called Wat Makham Tai, is located on the
west bank of the Chao Phraya River slightly opposite the mouth of Khlong
Rangsit Prayunsak in the vicinity of Amphoe Muang. The main interests
are mural paintings depicting the story of "Phra Chao Sip Chat" or Lord
Buddha's ten lives with poetic descriptions.
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Science Museum ]
 The Science Museum is part of the National Science Museum's project
which aims to be recognized as one of Asia's leading science and
technology museums. The six exhibition floors of the museum are each
devoted to different aspects of science and technology including the
traditional Thai technology. Visitors are encouraged to touch, to try
things for themselves and to have fun with the exhibits in line with the
'Hands-on' concept. The museum is located at the Technopolis, Khlong 5,
Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok Road (approximately 10 minutes from Future Park
Rangsit Shopping Center). Open Tuesday-Sunday, 9.30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission fees are 20 baht for children and 50 baht for adults.
(Tel.5774172-8) To get there, one can take air-conditioned bus no. 1155
from Rangsit Market or Future Park Shopping Center.
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Talad Thai ]
This is Thailand's largest, international standard wholesale and
retail market for food products and all agricultural produces including
fruits. It is located on 200 acres of land in Tambon Rangsit, Amphoe
Thanyaburi on Bangkok's outskirts and can be accessible by Phahonyothin
Road.
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Wat Phut Udom ]
This temple constructed in 1894 is located in Tambon Lam Sai,
Amphoe Lam Luk Ka, 57 kms. on the Pathum Thani-Nong Chok route. This
temple is known for the illustrative images of hell and heaven stages of
beings and other mythical figures made according to the Buddhist belief.
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Wat Bua Khwan ]
This temple in the vicinity of Amphoe Lat Lum Kaeo houses a
Buddha image in the attitude of starving, which was cast in the reign of
King Rama V. Another important attraction is the pavilion where King
Rama VI presided over a ploughing ceremony, called "Sala Daeng" having a
teak tile roofing which is regarded as exquisite.
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Wat Chedi Hoi ]
This small monastery is located at Tambon Bo Ngoen, Amphoe Lat
Lum Kaeo, 18 kms. from the town. A tremendous number of giant oyster
shells, 8 million years of age, were unearthed and piled up into a form
of a chedi. Each shell weighs at least 1 kilogram.
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Thung Rangsit ]
This flooded grassland at Tambon Khlong Nung, Amphoe Khlong Luang
attracts many migratory birds escaping from the cold climate zones, such
as the Rubythroats. the Blue Throats, the Bush Warblers, Crakes and
Rails.
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Wat Worani
Thammakayaram ]
This monastery, better known as the Meditation Practice Center,
is located in Tambon Khlong Sam, Amphoe Khlong Luang, 5 kms. from
Phahonyothin Road. The temple occupies a pleasant and extensive area
with a jungle atmosphere suitable for practicing meditation.
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Wat Phailom ]
This temple is located on the east bank of the Chao Phraya River
in Amphoe Sam Khok. The Asian Openbills migrate from India to lay their
eggs here from November to may. Other kinds of migratory birds include
the Black-capped Kingfishers, the Spot-billed Pelicans and the
black-headed Ibis.
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Dream World ]
 Situated on Km.7 on Rangsit-Ongkharak Road, a 10 minute drive
from Don Muang Airport. This is an extensive fun land consisting playing
machines. It is open daily from 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. On holidays it is
open until 7.00 p.m. Call 533-1152, 533- 1447, 533-1449 for further
information.
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Muai Thai Institute ]
This institute has been established by the World Muay Thai
Council in order to promote this folk arts of self defense at national
and international levels. It offers three types of Muay Thai (Thai
Boxing) courses for both Thais as well as foreigners. Besides the
fundamental programs which provide skills, experience, and knowledge of
the Muay Thai culture, one can apply for special programs to become Muay
Thai instructors or referees. Contact the Muay Thai Institute at 336/932
Prachathipat, Thanyaburi, Pathum Thani 12130, Tel: 992-0096-9.
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