Lopburi, Former royal capital in central Thailand.
Lopburi is a city in central Thailand that spreads along the Lop Buri River and serves as an important distribution point for rice production and agricultural trade in the region. The city is home to several temples and historical structures that shape its character.
The city was founded in the 5th century as Lavo and later became a provincial capital under the Khmer empire before gaining prominence during the Ayutthaya kingdom. These phases continue to shape the city's heritage today.
The city is known for its temples featuring Khmer architecture, especially the Prang Sam Yod with its three connected towers that define the skyline. These religious structures show how different cultures have come together over centuries and shaped local identity.
Visitors reach the city via highways or the Northern railway line with regular connections to Bangkok in the southwest. The best time to visit is during the cooler months from October through March.
Macaques live in the city center and hang around temples particularly, making this a rare example of human-primate coexistence. These monkeys are part of the daily urban landscape and shape the visitor experience.
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