Phetchaburi, locally known by Thais as Muang Phetch, is located 160 kilometers south of Bangkok. One of Thailands central region provinces, Phetchaburi is situated on the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand with an overall area of approximately 6,225 square kilometers. Its terrains throughout the western border where Tanaosri Range lies as a natural border between Thailand and Myanmar are mountainous dense jungles. In the east there is an 80-kilometer long coastline towards the Gulf of Thailand.
Phranakhonkhiri,Phraramrajanivet,Phrarajnivesmarugadayawan in Phetchaburi thus, Phetchaburi is also known as Muang Sam Wang (the city of the three Palaces). The province is also well known for its splendid historical park ancient temples, wonderful beaches and caves, as well as a great variety of local and fresh seafood. Phetchaburi also has a popular resort town Cha-am which is the premier beach resort in the province.