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Ko Sichang district

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Ko Sichang is a district (Amphoe) of the province Chonburi, Thailand. It consists mainly of the island (Ko) Sichang, located in the Gulf of Thailand, 12 kilometre away from the western shore of Si Racha district.

History

King Rama IV, Rama V and Rama VI came to island for their rest. King Rama V had initiated to construct the first palace for royal home-stay in summer. The palace was named "Phra Judhahut Palace" (พระจุฑาราชฐาน), after his son who was born on this island. In 1900, the palace was torn down and reassembled in Bangkok, now named Vimanmek Palace.

The island was originally part of the Mueang district of Samut Prakan Province. In 1943 it was reassigned to the Si Ratcha district of Chonburi. On July 3 1994 it was made a district on its own.

Administration

The district consists of a single commune (tambon) Tha Thewa Wong (ท่าเทววงษ์), which is further subdivided into 7 villages (muban). The district is completely covered by the township (thesaban tambon) Ko Sichang.

Surrounding islands

  • Ko Sampan Yue
  • Ko Khaam Noi
  • Ko Khaam Yai
  • Ko Prong
  • Ko Ran Dok Mai
  • Ko Yai Taow
  • Ko Khaangkhaow
  • Ko Tai Ta Muaen

Sources

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