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 Ang
Thong is small province on the bank
of the Chao Phraya River. The former settlement
is at Wiset Chai Chan on the bank of the
Noi River. It was an essential frontier
outpost of Ayutthaya when fighting with
the Burmese. The majority of the people
was later moved to a new site on the left
bank of the Chao Phraya River during the
Thon Buri period. Ang Tong is located
108 kms. north of Bangkok. It occupies
an area of 968 square kilometres
Ang Thong is administratively divided
into seven districts (Amphoes): Muang
Ang Tong, Chaiyo, Pa Mok, Pho Tong, Sawaengha,
Wiset Chai Chan and Samko.
Wat Ton Son Located in the town on the
west bank of the Chao Phraya River, this
old temple enshrines "Somdet Phra
Si Muang", a beautiful seated Buddha
image.
Boat Races The major annual regatta
takes place in front of Wat Chaiyo Worawihan
on the Chao Phraya River in October, together
with the Luang Pho To Worship Festival.
During October, boat races are also held
at other riverside temples including Wat
Pa Mok by the Chao Phraya River and Wat
Pho Kriap by the Noi River in Amphoe Pho
Thong. Famous boats from all over the
country join the races.
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