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Chanthaburi, commonly called Muang Chan, is another major eastern seaside province which has, played an important role in the history of the nation both before and during the Rattanakosin (Bangkok) Period. It is wealthy and rich in natural resources. Particularly gemsin addition to the plentiful field of tropical fruits including Rambutan, Durian, Mangosteen and Langsad. Products from the seas are also extensive. It is also blessed with natural beauties and attractions equal to any sister provinces. Chanthaburi is about 245 kilometers from Bangkok and 110 kilometers from Rayong.

[ By Bus ]
Both air-conditioned and non air-conditioned buses depart from Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) to Chanthaburi every hour from 4 a.m.-midnight. For more information, contact Transport Co. Ltd at Tel: 0 2391 2504; Choet Chai Tour Tel: 0 2391 4146; Phonnipha Tour Tel: 0 2391 5179.

[ Local Transport ]
 □ Chanthaburi-Makham-Ban Ang 21 kms. Leave from Sui Siriphan Market, Starting from 07.00-16.00 hrs. Fare is 5-20 Baht
 □ Chanthaburi-Nong Bua 12 kms. Leave from Sui Siriphan Market, Starting from 06.00-18.00 hrs. Fare is 7 Baht
 □ Chanthaburi-Nong Sim 30 kms. Leave from Nam Phu Market, Starting from 07.00-18.00 hrs. Fare is 7 Baht
 □ Chanthaburi-Patong 70 kms. Leave from Kasemsarn Bowl, Starting from 05.00-19.00 hrs. Fare is 20 Baht
 □ Chanthaburi-Tha Chalab 12 kms. Leave from Nam Phu Market, Starting from 06.00-18.00 hrs. Fare is 10 Baht

[ Chanthaburi Fruit Fair ]
This annual fair is held in the provincial capital, usually during the middle of May, to celebrate the abundance of such local fruits as rambutan, durian, mangosteen and zalacca, then at their peak of succulent ripeness. Besides stalls selling the produce of surrounding orchard, there are cultural show and exhibitions of provincial handicrafts.

[ Chak Phra Bat ]
This is another traditional event which is held during the Songkran Festival in April at Wat Taphon Yai in Khlung district. A fair established more than a century ago, it involves paying respects to the elderly by sprinkling scented water over their hands, and the exciting tug of war by carts.