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Pay homage to Luang Pho Sothon at Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan in Chachoengsao. Then, stop by Baan Melon near the Khao Hin Son Development Study Center for smoothies and bingsu. In the late afternoon, take a boat from Koh Loy, Sriracha to Koh Sichang and pray to the Chao Por Khao Yai.


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We met at 9:00 AM and set off from our homes near Bang Na. Our destination was Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan in Chachoengsao Province, which is located near Bangkok. The distance is approximately 70 kilometers, and we arrived at the temple shortly after setting off.




Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan is located on the banks of the Bang Pakong River in Mueang Chachoengsao District, Chachoengsao Province. It is home to Luang Pho Phuttha Sothon, the revered Buddha image of Chachoengsao. The image is a stucco statue in the meditation posture.


Originally, Luang Pho Buddha Sothon was enshrined in the small old ubosot, along with 18 other Buddha statues. In 1966, King Bhumibol Adulyadej visited the temple and expressed his concern about the cramped space of the old ubosot. Phra Promkunaporn (Jaripunyo D. Chiam Kulavanij), the former abbot, then collected donations to purchase land for the construction of a new ubosot. The new ubosot was built to encompass the old one.

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Before indulging in the sweet treat of melon bingsu, we decided to have a proper meal first as it was nearing noon and the restaurant was conveniently located on the way to Melon House. We set our coordinates again on Google Maps to ร้านเจ๊ยูรปากหม้อ, Talat Phnomsarakham, approximately 39 kilometers away. (The fresh market has several vendors selling kway teow pak mor, both famous and lesser-known.) However, this small shop boasts truly exceptional ingredients. If you arrive in the afternoon, you might miss out as they often sell out. There are only a few tables available to accommodate guests.


While waiting, I ordered some soup to eat while waiting for my turn to make the "ปากหม้อ" (a type of Vietnamese savory pancake). As shown in the picture, I chose pork bones and pork meatballs with sweet soup. The soup from this shop does not use instant seasoning powder.


The restaurant offers a wide variety of fillings for its mouthwatering pancakes. Simply tell the staff which fillings you desire, and they will prepare your order with thin, chewy, and flavorful dough. The addition of fried shallots further enhances the taste.



After a satisfying meal, continue on to dessert at Bann Melon. Located on Road 304, approximately 10 kilometers past the Phanom Sarakham intersection towards Khao Hin Son, the shop is easily identifiable by the large melons displayed on the left-hand side. Indulge in the freshest, most delectable melons, as Bann Melon meticulously selects eight premium Japanese melon varieties, ensuring year-round availability. Notably, these exceptional melons are supplied directly to renowned hotels, restaurants, and bingsu shops in the capital.


Let's take a look at the desserts we ordered. The melon bingsu comes with condensed milk for extra sweetness. A word of advice: don't get carried away pouring the condensed milk, or it might become too sweet.


Let's move on to the next drink.

Red bean matcha with sliced melon. You don't have to order a whole melon, you can order it by the piece, choose a small or large piece.


To savor the full flavor of a melon, begin by eating the center piece first. This allows the aroma and sweetness to linger on your palate until the very last bite.


Melon Chocolate Lava: The sweet aroma of fresh blended melon, accompanied by small melon balls in the smoothie, topped with chocolate lava.


Golden fried prawns with melon dipping sauce. This innovative dish incorporates melon into the dipping sauce recipe.

This farm also has a melon garden for visitors to explore and experience the appearance of melon plants. It can be said that while enjoying dessert, you can also visit the melon garden.

The most popular souvenir from this area is the beautiful melon from the Melon House. Choose a melon that is not yet ripe and store it for later consumption. Store the whole melon in the refrigerator. When you are ready to eat it, cut it into wedges. Wrap any uneaten portions to preserve their flavor.


After relaxing at Baan Melon cafe until late afternoon (waiting for my bloated stomach to settle down, it was uncomfortable), I drove to Chonburi, to the end of Ko Loi, Sriracha, to catch a boat to Ko Sichang. I paid respects to Chao Por Khao Yai on Ko Sichang.


The Shrine of Khao Yai

The Shrine of Khao Yai, located on a hill north of Thew Wong Pier on Ko Sichang, is a revered site for the island's residents. This cave-like structure, a blend of Chinese and Thai architecture, serves as a place of worship. From the shrine, one can enjoy a clear view of the houses on the island's front side.


Before the last ferry departs from Koh Sichang, there is still some time to visit another place, which is the Atsadang Bridge.


The Atsadang Bridge is a large wooden pier bridge painted in teak. It has signs indicating the name of the bridge in Thai, Chinese, and English, which read: "Atsadang Bridge, Rattanakosin Era 110, built during the reign of King Rama V." The bridge was built with funds donated from the Royal Treasury (personal property of the King).

King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) bestowed the name "Saphan Atsadang" on the bridge to commemorate the recovery of his son, Prince Atsadang Dejavudh, from an illness on the island.


As the sun set, we arrived back at Koh Loy Pier. Another weekend trip came to an end, filled with spiritual fulfillment, joy, and delicious food. Now, it's time to return to Bangkok and rest.



The weekend trip is over. I spent only one day visiting a few places, but I feel content. I gained both spiritual merit and a full stomach, and I even brought back some melons as souvenirs.



Expenses

Oil 300 baht

70 baht for a bowl of "kuay tiew pak mor" (a Vietnamese dish consisting of rice noodles, vegetables, and meat served in a savory broth).

Melon dessert 200 baht + take-home melon 200 baht

The boat fare to Ko Loi is 50 baht. Boats depart every hour.

500 Baht

This is the average cost per person. The actual cost may vary from person to person.



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