Chachoengsao is the venue for the most favorite fruit in
Thailand which is mango. With the area of 86,000 Rae or
34,400 Acre, mangoes are grown mostly in Amphoe Bang Khla
and Plaeng Yao. The most popular species are Raet, Khiao
Sawoei, Chao Khun Thip, and Thongdam. The mango season is in
March, which the mango Festival will be held annually.
Monument of King Taksin the Great The monument has been
built as a memorial site to commemorate King Taksin passing
Chachoengsao after the fall of Ayutthaya in 1767 to restore
Thailand’s independence. It is told that at this location
was formerly a stupa built for his victory over the enemies.
After that, it was demolished in 1931. And eventually the
new shrine was constructed in 1988.
This temple is 23 kilometers from Chachoengsao. Using
highway No. 304 for 17 kilometers, then turn left to highway
No.3121 for 6 kilometers, pass the Monument of King Taksin
the Great, then turn left 500 meters. Also, another route is
to travel by boat from Chachoengsao town at Tawan Ok Plaza
pier, and land at the pier of the temple. There are many
bats on trees during the day and fly out to search for food
during the night. And even though fruits are their
favorites, these bats never eat fruits grown by Bang Khla
people.
