Occupying an area of 6,225 square kilometres, Phetchaburi is characterised by thick jungles and mountain ranges in the west along the border with Myanmar, and a coastal plain with an 80-kilometre coastline on the Gulf of Thailand to the east. The province offers a splendid historical park and ancient temples in the provincial capital, peaceful beaches, beautiful caves, a superb nature reserve, and a great variety of fresh seafood.