The Chanthaburi City Pillar and the Taksin Maharat Shrine 稾ҵҡԹ
are located on Tha Luang Road in front of the Taksin Military Barracks within town limit. Opposite stands an
old building erected during the reign of King Rama VI which was formerly the town hall. The Taksin barracks
are situated in an area where the old town once stood. There are ancient temples in town such as Wat Bot
Muang and Wat Klang. Located in the public park near the town hall on Liap Noen Road, is the Taksin Maharat
Memorial. The equestrian statue is guarded by statues of his four royal guards. the expression on the king's
face clearly shows the resoluteness and determination to carry out the task of restoring the national
independence. The large pond in the park serves as a popular recreation area and is stocked with a large
variety of fish.
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