Uthai Thani Province

Uthai Thani is situated in the lower north region of Thailand. It is bordered with provinces Nakhon Sawan, Chai Nat, Suphanburi, Kanchanaburi and Tak. Although it far from the main highway and thus rarely visited by people travelling north, it does have some natural attractions and places of interest for those making a sidetrack to this province.

 

Places of Attraction

 

Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri
This temple is situated at the foot of Khao Sakae Krang. The temple enshrines a bronze Buddha image, Phra Mongkhon Saksit. The image, which is in the attitude of Subduing Evil, is highly revered by the inhabitants of Uthai Thani.

Khao Sakae Krang Buddha Footprints
The footprints are housed on the summit of Khao Sakae Krang, near Wat Sangkat Rattana Khiri. The mondop that covers the footprints was built in 1905 and later renovated in 1968. An annual fair celebrating the footprints takes place during the fourth lunar month.

Monument of Somdet Phra Pathom Borom Maha Chanok
This monument stands near the Buddha footprints. It was inaugurated in 1979 by Their Majesties the King and Queen, in memory of Somdet Phra Pathom who was the father of King Rama I, who was born in the town of Sakae Krang.

Bung Khok Chang
This site of this ancient city is located in Amphoe Sawang Arom. The remains found here are in good condition and include many various artefacts such as pottery, iron tools, jewellery and inscriptions .