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The nation's capital city, Bangkok, sits 80 kilometres to the east of Ban Pong.
An outing to the iconic attraction, Bridge Over the River Kwai, is an essential experience. Soak it up in Kanchanaburi, 40 kilometres to the northwest.
Find some time to enjoy Don Hoi Lot, 50 kilometres to the southeast.
Mother Nature's splendour can be seen in multiple places around Ban Pong. Just 30 kilometres away, Tham Khao Bin Cave is a great place to kick off your sightseeing. Chompol Cave sits 35 kilometres away and is another delightful spot for a bit of downtime.
If you're the sort of traveller who loves to experience the true local vibe of the area you're visiting, Samut Songkhram Provincial Stadium is one for your must-visit list. See what live games are on while you're visiting and roar along with enthusiastic local sports fans. You'll find the facility 50 kilometres away in Samut Songkhram.
After some additional nearby destinations? Photharam is only 14 kilometres to the southwest, so get in the car and start exploring! Alternatively, Bang Phae, 19 kilometres southeast of Ban Pong, is also worthy of a day trip.
Big C Superstore, the Wat Mahathat Worawihan and the Wat Kamphaeng Laeng are all quite close to Phetchaburi, 85 kilometres to the south. Need some more excuses to check it out? Baan Peun Palace and the Wat Yai Suwannaram aren't far away either.
Credit cards? Check. ID? Check. But have you packed your appetite? With some fantastic food and drink to gorge on across this region, it's the one thing you shouldn't leave at home.
When Ban Pong locals talk about their food, you'll probably hear khao phat nam phrik long ruea (rice, chili and duck’s eggs) or guay tiew khai (egg noodle) uttered a few times. These signature recipes form part of the region's identity and ought to be on any foodie's list.
Your time spent in Ban Pong is certain to be much more fulfilling if you take the time to learn a couple of the local phrases and expressions. To start with, try to get your tongue around 'Yàak dtên ram măi?'. This means 'would you like to dance?'. Perhaps you'll find 'Kŏr tôht' is a bit easier to roll off the tongue? It means 'excuse me'.
Celebrated throughout many parts of the country, Birthday of King Phumiphon takes place each year on the 5th of December. If you're lucky enough to be here at this time, it'll be difficult not to get swept up in the festivities!
Before you say "Læ̂w phb kạn h̄ım̀" to Ban Pong, check your pockets for any remaining change that you can spend on last-minute keepsakes.
Endless security checks, delayed flights and long queues. Airports can be stressful places. Make things a little easier and give yourself extra time to get to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Located 85 kilometres to the east, this is the closest terminal.
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Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Ratchaburi Technical College 2 during your trip to Ban Pong.
If Ban Pong Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ban Pong.
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