It is one of the most ancient cities of Thailand, previously Kingdom of Ligor, and contains many buildings and ruins of historical significance. With the fall of the Siamese capital of Ayutthaya in 1767 it regained independence, but returned to its allegiance on the founding of Bangkok. In the 17th century British, Portuguese and Dutch merchants set up factories there and carried on an extensive trade.
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1 Etymology
2 History
3 Climate
4 Wat Phra Mahathat Woromaha Vihan
5 City wall
6 Educational institutions
7 Museums
8 References
9 External links