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19-502: Neighboring districts are (from the north clockwise) Bang Khonthi and Mueang Samut Songkhram , Ban Laem and Khao Yoi of Phetchaburi province , Pak Tho and Wat Phleng of Ratchaburi province . The Mae Klong River flows through the northern part of the district. Amphawa is regarded as the largest district in the province. In the Ayutthaya period , the area of Amphawa was known as Khwaeng Bang Chang (or just Bang Chang ),

38-539: A lot of teaching stories around him and the King. He was noted for the skill of his preaching and his use of Thai poetry to reflect the beauty of Buddhism, and for making amulets called Somdej. The amulets were blessed by himself and other respected monks in Thailand. He also appears in many versions of the story of the ghost Mae Nak Phra Khanong , and he is said to be the one to finally subdue her. Somdet To also wrote

57-421: A small agricultural and commercial community. During the reign of King Prasat Thong the existence of a market is confirmed by sources. In early Rattanakosin period , Bang Chang was dubbed "Suan Nok" (outer garden), paired with "Suan Nai" (inner garden) or Bangkok . Because they have a very similar terrain, which was filled with orchards and there was many watercourses flowing through the areas. In those days,

76-649: Is now a memorial park with four buildings in the traditional style of that area, displaying art as well as lifestyle of that time. The district is divided into 12 sub-districts ( tambons ), which are further subdivided into 96 villages ( mubans ). Amphawa itself as well as Mueang Mai have sub-district municipality status ( thesaban tambon ). There are also 11 tambon administrative organizations (TAO). In addition to King Buddha Loetla Nabhalai, there are still many people born in Amphawa: Chuchai Buri Sri Amphawa ('the city of Chuchai in

95-507: Is slightly inland at the northwestern tip of the Bay of Bangkok . Neighboring districts are (from the east clockwise) Mueang Samut Songkhram , Amphawa , Wat Phleng , Mueang Ratchaburi and Damnoen Saduak , the latter three in Ratchaburi province . The Mae Klong river flows through the district. In 1913, the district was enlarged by incorporating the district Mae Nam Om. Additionally, it

114-582: Is the centre of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Ratchaburi . The Nativity of Our Lady Cathedral was built in 1890 in French Gothic style. Khai Bang Kung is a former river fort, which was of great importance during the late Ayutthaya and Thonburi periods. After being deserted for almost 200 years, a Boy Scout camp was established at the site in 1967, and a shrine was built commemorating King Taksin . Wat Charoen Sukharam Worawihan

133-762: Is the most important Buddhist temple in the district. The main Buddha figure in the Ubosot (ordination hall) is called Luang Pho Toa. It consists of a laterite core covered with plaster and gilded, and is in the style of the Sukhothai period. This Samut Songkhram Province location article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Somdej Toh Somdet To (1788–1872; B.E. 2331–2415), known formally as Somdet Phra Buddhacarya (To Brahmaramsi) ( Thai : สมเด็จพระพุฒาจารย์ (โต พฺรหฺมรํสี) ; RTGS :  Somdet Phra Phutthachan (To Phrommarangsi) ),

152-479: The territory of Bang Chang extended to parts of Bang Khonthi, Mueang Samut Songkhram Districts and Damnoen Saduak District in Ratchaburi Province in present day. The name "Bang Chang" meaning "place of elephants ", because it used to be a habitat for many herd of wild elephants and was also a hideout for the white elephants as well. While "Amphawa" after the canal Khlong Amphawa that runs through

171-537: The Buddhist scriptures of the Pāli Canon with several Buddhist masters. After becoming a well-known monk, he became the preceptor for Prince Mongkut , later King Rama IV, when Mongkut became a monk. During Rama IV's reign Somdet To was given the ceremonial name Somdet Phra Buddhacarya (To Brahmaramsi – Buddh[a]charya meaning teacher (acharya) of Buddhism) by the King and used to be one of his trusted advisers, having left

190-422: The district. This word "Amphawa", it is assumed to mean "mango forest" in order to reflect the condition of the area in those days which was full of various orchards such as mango etc. Hence the seal of the district is an elephant in the mango forest. In 1766, the later King Buddha Loetla Nabhalai (Rama II) was born in the area, as his father was serving as governor of Ratchaburi at that time. At his birthplace

209-407: The glory of Amphawa') is a billion baht entertainment complex 500 m from the floating market that features an 18-room hotel, shopping centre, restaurant, and Hindu shine. The building is an outrageous mix of Thai traditional and neoclassical, reminiscent of high society during the late-19th and early-20th centuries. It was built by a wealthy Thai gemstone dealer and designer, Chuchai Chairitthilert, who

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228-557: The livelihood, and the living of Thais in the period of King Buddha Loetla Nabhalai. Located next to Amphawa Floating Market. See the Fireflies popular in the evenings is a boat ride around the waterways to see fireflies. Wat Bangkae is a temple in Amphawa. It is divided into two temples, Wat Bangkae Noi and Wat Bangkae Yai. It was created by the major wife and minor wife of Royal Sang Wongsaroj (Chao Phraya Surasak). The major wife

247-405: The way of life and farming of local people, such as gypsum . Siamese Cat Village is a traditional Thai wooden house that features exhibits on the four remaining breeds of Siamese cat — Wichien Maat , Korat , Suphalak , Korn Ja (include Khao Manee ) combined, more than 130, as well as several real life cats that hang around the house and its surrounding gardens with cute coffee shop. It

266-423: The wood and build the temple. The temple also contains a statue of Somdej Toh which is interesting because Somdej Toh is well-respected among Buddhists. People who visit Amphawa often pay homage to Somdej Toh. In addition, communities around the temples surrounded by Khlong Bangkae are also an agricultural and cultural tourism destination. It has resorts and guesthouses to serve tourists. Visitors can experience

285-405: Was bewitched by Amphawa. Amphawa Floating Market is an afternoon/evening food market held on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the canals close to Wat Amphawan Chetiyaram. King Rama II Memorial Park is four traditional Thai houses . It is arranged in the ethnology style, representing the artifacts in the early of Rattanakosin era that reflects the characteristic of the art and culture,

304-618: Was one of the most famous Buddhist monks during Thailand's Rattanakosin period and continues to be the most widely known saintly monk in Thailand . He is revered for spiritual powers and his amulets are sought after. His images and statues are some of the most popular religious icons in Bangkok. Somdet To was born in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province , the illegitimate son of King Rama II . He studied

323-418: Was reassigned from Ratchaburi to Samut Songkhram. In 1914 the name was changed from Si Muen (สี่หมื่น) to Bang Konthi. The district is divided into 13 sub-districts ( tambons ), which are further subdivided into 101 villages ( mubans ). Kradangnga and Bang Nok Khwaek have sub-district municipality status ( thesaban tambon ). There are also 12 tambon administrative organizations (TAO). Bang Nok Khwaek

342-414: Was run by a kamnan (community leader) who is now dead, but this house is still open for tourists to visit. Each year, there are as many as 800,000 visitors (mostly foreigners). Admission is free but donations are encouraged. Bang Khonthi district Bang Konthi ( Thai : บางคนที , pronounced [bāːŋ kʰōn.tʰīː] ) is a district ( amphoe ) of Samut Songkhram province . The district

361-593: Was the founder of Wat Bangkae Yai. On the wall, it says "On a Sunday in May in 1173 Chula Sakarat, Chao Phraya Surasak (Governor Samuhapraklaopm) and wife built this temple". Wat Bangkae Noi is on the Maeklong River. This temple was founded by Royal Sang Wongsaroj and his minor wife (Jui Wongsaroj). Inside, the temple is made of golden teak wood. The wood was carved with a biography of Lord Buddha, by workers and sculptors from Phetchaburi. They took around 10 years to carve

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