Understand

Chonburi, known as "Mueang Chon" for short, has long been a favored seaside town in Thailand's eastern coast. Not only does it boast a beautiful coastline, but it is also an agricultural hub, cultivating economic plants like sugar cane, cassava, and rubber trees. Additionally, Chonburi serves as a key location for the Eastern Seaboard Development Project and boasts an impressive industrial output, second only to Bangkok. With an illustrious history, evidence suggests that Mueang Chon Buri has been inhabited since the Ayutthaya period. Initially, it consisted of various small towns such as Mueang Bang Sai, Mueang Bang Pla Soi, and Mueang Bang Phra. During the reign of King Rama V, these towns were merged to form the province of Chonburi.

Map & Climate

Popular Foods

Pad Thai: Pad Thai is a signature Thai dish consisting of stir-fried rice noodles with a uniquely balanced blend of sweet, sour, salty, and tangy flavors. It typically includes shrimp or chicken (though can be prepared with tofu for a vegetarian version), scrambled eggs, bean sprouts, and is garnished with crushed peanuts, lime wedges, and fresh herbs like cilantro and green onions. The dish is served with a side of som tam (green papaya salad) and mango sticky rice for a complete meal.

Tom Yum Goong: This spicy and aromatic soup is a beloved Thai classic that features a fragrant broth made from stock, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, galangal, lime juice, fish sauce, and chili paste. It's packed with succulent prawns, mushrooms, tomatoes, and other vegetables, with optional additions like snakehead fish or even chicken. The dish is often garnished with fresh cilantro and a sprinkling of pepper.

Mango Sticky Rice: This iconic Thai dessert is a delightful combination of sweet, creamy mango and glutinous rice. The sticky rice is cooked in coconut milk and sugar until it achieves a chewy texture, then served alongside ripe, juicy mango slices. The dish is sometimes garnished with toasted coconut flakes or sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor. It's typically enjoyed during the mango season (May to September) as a sumptuous, refreshing treat.

Historical Appearance

Traditional Male Clothing

Traditional Female Clothing