Pha Sadet rests

Terrain

General Condition

Important evidence of archaeological site or historical site "Pha Sadet Phak" is an inscription on a large stone along the Northeast Railway. It is between Map Kabao Railway Station and Pha Sadet Railway Station. in Thap Kwang Subdistrict, Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi Province If traveling from Bangkok Pha Sadet Phak is next to Map Kabao Station, about 4 kilometers along the railway line. and located before Pha Sadet Railway Station (3rd floor railway station) about 600 meters along the railway line And it is about 138 kilometers from Bangkok Railway Station along the railway line.

The Northeastern Railway during this period cuts through the mountainous terrain and Permian limestone mountains in the east of Saraburi. surrounding area Pha Sadet Phak is characterized by a continuous complex of hills and forests. 600 meters to the west is the site of a quarry.

The stone inscription enshrined is located on the west side of the railway. The overall shape of the stone is triangular. extending one side of the promontory to the east or over the railroad Under this rock was another smaller rock.

The inscription was about 5 meters high from the ground, inscribed on the surface of the stone on the south side. which has a relatively smooth surface Engraved with Thai characters “Jor Por”, “Sor Por”, “115” and “Pha Sadet Phak”

Height above mean sea level

Waterway

Pasak River

Geological conditions

It is a Permian limestone mountain and mountain range in the east of Saraburi Province.

Archaeological Era

era/culture

Archaeological age

Types of archaeological sites

archaeological essence

Pha Sadet Phak is one of the important historical places in Saraburi Province. It is related to the monarchy and the history of Thai transportation. especially the railway business It is the first railway line of Thailand heading to Isan. is the Phra Maha Nakhon - Nakhon Ratchasima railway line Constructed by the royal initiative of His Majesty King Chulalongkorn

1890 His Majesty King Chulalongkorn His Majesty the King to set up the Railway Department in Siam After that, in 1891, the construction of a railway from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, a distance of 71 kilometers, was started. Later in the year 1896, the construction of the next railway to Nakhon Ratchasima which must pass Saraburi

On December 22, 1896 (R.E. 115), at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, His Majesty King Chulalongkorn accompanied by Her Majesty Queen Saovabha Phongsri The Queen, traveling by royal train from his residence into the Dong to the end of the railway at that time (Hin Lap Subdistrict) at 5 PM. Rails across the creek, 2 places to the great stone of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej To inscribe His Majesty's monogram "Jor Por Ror" and the monogram "SorPhor" of Her Majesty Queen Saowapa Phongsri. The Queen and the number "115" refers to the year of His Majesty's arrival. He also bestowed the stone in this sub-district saying "Pha Sadet rests", and when it was almost dusk, he got on the royal train and returned to the pavilion where the stamp was thrown.

when the public heard the news that His Majesty King Chulalongkorn came to this cliff, they all admired And people later called this cliff "Pha Sadet", which the general public, especially the railway workers, has been highly revered to this day.

In addition to the history mentioned above, there is also a legend that mentions Pha Sadet Phak as follows:In the past, the route from Saraburi to Kaeng Khoi district took a very long time because there were no roads. Only the ancient road is a winding gravel road. It is almost bumpy, the road distance is 16 kilometers, although the actual distance in the straight is about 12 kilometers.

The other transportation route is the Northeast Railway. Sai Kaeng Khoi - Muak Lek The construction of the railway had to cut through Dong Phaya Yen to go through the Northeast. There are many mountain ranges. including a mountain with a huge rock protruding from it. The truth will cut or blow around side to side is enough to do. but the path will be winding So it was necessary to blow up that mountain. French engineers tried to destroy the railroad several times but were unsuccessful. causing a lot of trouble to the craftsmen Almost all mourning and giving up on their intentions So we consulted on what to do. At that time, there was an elder who suggested in the superstition that this place might have a ghost of a forest lord or a ruler. Should make a pleasing card on the palace to give permission from Thepharak according to the ancient Thai tradition. But no one agrees because you are such a modern person.

The eruption of the mountain was still unsuccessful. Villagers in that area say that this place is a sacred place. Has shown his majesty to the villagers and hunters to see many times, for example, if someone cuts forests in that area or urinates at the base of a large tree There will be consequences, falling ill, suffering from body pain, headache, fever, or seizure, drooling, puffy eyes, having to find someone to make a pleasing krathong to ask for forgiveness. If anyone doesn't believe, there is a fall and death.

Knowing about the eyes of the Lord Buddha (Rama 5), ​​he therefore asked him to bring the coat of arms to sit at the base of a large tree in that area as a technique. It is said that when that big tree was hit by the royal coat of arms and stamped at the base let there be branches and leaves wither and dead and has a royal stream ordering the stone blaster to continue But it is said that some villagers are afraid to continue to explode. Because some technicians and workers are severely sick until death. Lord Buddha therefore ordered to build a shrine near the cliff. train explosion So it continues without any obstacles.

Important evidence of archaeological site or historical site "Pha Sadet Phak" is an inscription on a large stone along the Northeast Railway. It is between Map Kabao Railway Station and Pha Sadet Railway Station. in Thap Kwang Subdistrict, Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi Province If traveling from Bangkok Pha Sadet Phak is next to Map Kabao Station, about 4 kilometers along the railway line. and located before Pha Sadet Railway Station (3rd floor railway station) about 600 meters along the railway line And it is about 138 kilometers from Bangkok Railway Station along the railway line.

The Northeastern Railway during this period cuts through the mountainous terrain and Permian limestone mountains in the east of Saraburi. surrounding area Pha Sadet Phak is characterized by a continuous complex of hills and forests. 600 meters to the west is the site of a quarry.

The stone inscription enshrined is located on the west side of the railway. The overall shape of the stone is triangular. extending one side of the promontory to the east or over the railroad Under this rock was another smaller rock.

The inscription was about 5 meters high from the ground, inscribed on the surface of the stone on the south side. which has a relatively smooth surface Engraved with Thai characters “Jor Por”, “Sor Por”, “115” and “Pha Sadet Phak”

The inscription may be divided into 2 vertical rows. The inscription on the right row is the letter "Jor Por" (The Monogram of King Chulalongkorn) enshrined above the inscription "SorPhor" (Queen Saovabha Phongsri's monogram) Her Majesty the Queen) next to the inscription Sor is the Thai numeral “115” (the year of the R.E. to this place) The inscription on the left is the letters “Pha Sadet Phak” which is the name of this place.

The area surrounding the rock on which the inscription is enshrined has been restored and landscaped by both public and private agencies. especially Saraburi Province, TPI Polene Public Company Limited and Thap Kwang Municipality. The area is decorated and maintained to be beautiful and clean, such as walking paths, planting trees, flowers, and ornamental plants.

To the south of the inscription is a monument of King Chulalongkorn. The size of the real Buddha is enshrined. The royal monument's courtyard is covered with white marble slabs. The caretaker is not allowed to offer other offerings except incense and flowers.

Beneath the stone inscription enshrined was a small shrine. On the north side of the inscription, there is one shrine located. The front sign indicates that it is the residence of Luang Por Pha Sadet. Luang Pho Kwansit or Luang Pho Pha Dam In front of the shrine, there are many dolls depicting soldiers which are offerings or offerings. Some of them are horse statues.

Next to the north of the court lies the “Sala Rajabhakdi” is an airy building with no walls, brick and mortar, inside is an open room. enshrines the image of King Chulalongkorn The label above says “Sala Rajabhakdi is supervised by TPI Polene Public Company Limited, Mr. Prachai, Khun Pailin Liaopairat.”

On the opposite side of the inscription's railroad is a brick plaque holding a mortar. Modeled as a train Provide information on the history and legend of Pha Sadet Phak Both sides of the railroad at Pha Sadet are partially equipped with stainless steel fences for the safety of tourists.