Phichit
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Geography
Phichit is at the confluence of the Wat Ta Yom River and the Nan River.
History
The old town of Phichit was established in 1058 CE by Phraya Kotabongthevaraja, and was first part of the Sukhothai kingdom, and later of Ayutthaya. The name of the city changed several times. At first, it was called Sra Luang (city of the royal pond), in Ayutthaya times it was called Okhaburi ("city in the swamp"), and then finally Phichit ("beautiful city").
Attractions
The Wat Tha Luang temple in Phichit is home to a large Luang Phor Phet Buddha image.
Notable individuals
- Chaleo Yoovidhya (c. 1932 – 17 March 2012) once listed as the richest person in Thailand
Climate
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