Pathum Thani is a
neighbouring province of Bangkok. It is
situated on the Chao Phraya basin with plenty
of canals and orange plantations. Its original
name is Mueang Sam Khok, which was founded
during the Ayutthaya era. It was the settlement
for the Mon people migrating from Mohtama
(in Myanmar) over 350 years ago. In the
year 1815 when King Rama II made a royal
visit to this area, the inhabitants offered
him plenty of lotus flowers which is the
origin of the present name.
The Pathum Thani Town is only 46 kms. from Bangkok.
It occupies an area of 1,525 square kilometres
and is administratively divided into 7 districts
(Amphoes): Muang Pathum Thani, Lat Lum Kaeo,
Sam Khok, Thanyaburi, Nong Suea, Khlong Luang,
and Lam Luk Ka.
