Pathum Thani () is one of the central
provinces (
changwat) of
Thailand. Neighboring provinces are (from north clockwise)
Ayutthaya,
Saraburi,
Nakhon Nayok,
Chachoengsao,
Bangkok and
Nonthaburi.
Hindu Lotus Area, Ear of Rice Town, Descendants of the Mons, Dharma City, Palace of Solidarity, the Clear Chao Phraya River, Industrial Progress.The province is located directly north of Bangkok and is part of the Bangkok metropolis. In many parts the boundary between the two provinces is not noticeable anymore, since both sides of the boundary are being equally urbanized.
Pathum Thani is an old province filled with multiple temples, parks and areas to experience Mon culture. A lot of the modern knowledge,
culture and
history are presented in the museums and temples. The most famous
amusement park in
Thailand, Dream World, is also set there. In addition, it is a source of Mon culture and traditions by the Chaophaya River that shows the special characteristic of their
culture. It is a perfect place for travelling in various styles near
Bangkok.
Geography
The province is located in the low alluvial flats of the
Chao Phraya river, that also flows through the capital city. Many canals (
khlongs) cross the province and feed the rice paddies.
History
The city dates back to a settlement founded by
Mon migrating from
Mottama () in
Myanmar around 1650. The original name was
Sam Khok. In 1815 King
Rama II visited the city and the citizens offered him many
Lotus flowers, which made the king rename the city to Pathum Thani meaning
The City of Lotus.
Symbols
Administrative divisions
Map
The province is subdivided into 7 districts (
amphoe). The districts are further subdivided into 60 communes (
tambon) and 529 villages (
muban).
Education and technology
Pathum Thani has a very high concentration of
higher education institutions, especially ones in the field of
science and
technology. From this fact, together with a number of
industrial parks and many
research agencies (including those in
Thailand Science Park) in the province, the province is considered as an "Education and Technology Hub" of its area.
Academic institutes
Research bodies
Industrial parks
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