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Phu Laen Kha National Park

With an area of ​​148 km2, it covers an area of ​​4 districts, namely Mueang Chaiyaphum, Ban Khwao, Nong Bua Daeng and Kaset Somboon. The topography is mountainous complex. The forest condition includes both dense and sparse forests. It is the source of the creek that flows into the Chi River. It is suitable for visiting during May-December.  The park provides a nature trail through the attractions in the park. Must-see attractions include Mo Hin Khao – a famous place in Chaiyaphum province Hua Nak Cliff – see the sea of mist during the rainy season Prasat Rock – another important viewpoint within Phu Laen Kha national park Klong Gate – looking like a strange natural stone arch. Orchid Cliff – there are many orchid species on the cliff. It is a nature trail. Activities not to be missed – Many nature trails inside – Setting up a tent at Phu Laen Kha viewpoint. This is suitable for those who like to experience nature. – Taking photos with the famous landmark, Mor Hin Khao. Address: tambon Huai Ton, amphoe Mueang Chaiyaphum, Chaiyaphum province 36000 Opening hours: Every day from 8 am – 6 pm Recommended travel season: Can be travelled in any seasons, but winter is the most beautiful during the months of November – January. Travelling : From Chaiyaphum province, take provincial Highway No. 2051 (Chaiyaphum – Tad Ton) for about 6 km, there will be a junction on the left to provincial Highway No. 2159 (Chaiyaphum – Nong Bua Daeng) until Km 26, there is a junction on the left to the national park office. Page : Phu Laen Kha National Park Tel: 093-093-9192-3 พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/gvVQT1oLJD2Du32L6

Thung Bua Daeng Bueng Lahan

There are many red lotuses in the middle of Lahan Lake where tourists can take beautiful pictures of the lotus that bloom in the morning light. See the lifestyle of villagers who are engaged in fishing in Lahan Lake. There is a bamboo bridge extending into the swamp to capture beautiful pictures of the red lotus fields. Activities not to be missed – Taking a local rowing boat to see the red lotus – Cycling around the lake to see the beauty of the red lotus fields Address: Bueng Lahan, Ban Makleua, tambon Ban Kok, amphoe Chatturat, Chaiyaphum province Opening hours: daily from 6 am – 6 pm Recommended travel season: February – May (The best time to see the lotus is 6:30 am – 7 am) How to get there: From amphoe Chutturat, head to Highway No. 2170, turn right to wat Makleua for another 4 km to reach Thung Bua Daeng, Tel: 044-812-350. Page : Bueng Lahan พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/wWLX2UEzmsN8mC7m8

Wat Tham Satcah Tham

This is the word that revered monks gave to the land surrounded by nature and valleys. At one time, in the past, there were parents, monks, Luang Pu Chob, who used to practice Vipassana meditation and walk in meditation in this cave. Currently, there is also a walkway that allows villagers to go up to pay respect to the footprints of the charismatic arahants. Later, Luang Pu Sithon Silatano (Wat Tham Pha Pu) went on a pilgrimage following his vision and arrived at this cave. Everything in the cave met his vision. Most important is that there was a large stone about three storeys high that occurs naturally within the cave. The stone looks like “Phra Chedi Song Phra Prang” that is very tall and beautiful. Later he began to pioneer and led the villagers to build this temple and had Luang Pu Lek, the previous abbot stationed at the temple as his representative. And shortly thereafter, Luang Pu Lek died. Activities not to be missed – Paying respect to the footprints of the arahants Address: tambon Thung Lui Lai, amphoe Khon San, Chaiyaphum province 36180 Opening hours: 6 am – 5 pm Recommended tourist season: all seasons How to get there: From Khon San district office, take Highway No. 2055 until reaching tambon Huai Yang police station. From the police station, follow Khon San Road – Chulabhorn Dam for about 10 km to reach Wat Tham Satcha Tham. Tel: 062 963 8514 พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/b3zbGWdVh1pJuhwg7

Thep Prathan Waterfall

A medium-sized waterfall, it has a large stone in a wide courtyard descending into a low tier with a height of 3-5 m. There is a lot of water between May-October. It is suitable for relaxing because there is still an abundance of beautiful nature. Activities not to be missed – enjoying cool water, but take heed when there is a lot of water Address: tambon Ban Rai, amphoe Thep Sathit, Chaiyaphum province 36230 Opening hours: Every day from 8 am – 5 pm Recommended travel season: During the rainy season, there will be plenty of water which looks especially beautiful How to get there: 10 km Away from the Pa Hin Ngam National Park office to the south. Tel: 064-421-3030 พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/1LBvtfASVJnJKzDC8

Chaiyaphum Street Art

When you come to Chaiyaphum, you must not miss to check in with street art at old town wooden houses on Chai Prasit Road that has become an art street, conveying the story of both nature and the distinctive culture of Chaiyaphum, allowing visitors to know the charm of the province, via the brushes of artists in Chaiyaphum sharing stories through works of art spread across 19 different locations. Activities not to be missed – Taking photos with beautiful street arts Address: Chai Prasit Road, tambon Nai Mueang, amphoe Mueang Chaiyaphum, Chaiyaphum province 36000 Opening hours: All day Recommended travel season: All seasons How to get there: From the city hall, take Highway No. 202 to Chai Prasit Road Page: Chaiyaphum street art

Phra That Nong Sam Muen

          It looks like a chedi with twelve indented corners. Located on a square base, it is one of the most important and interesting archaeological sites. The relics are beautiful and complete, from the architecture and art that blends between Lanna, Lan Xang and Ayutthaya. It is assumed that it was built during the reign of King Chai Chetthathirat of the Lan Xang Kingdom. The site of Phra That Nong Sam Muen was originally a large ancient city in the Dvaravati period, around the AD 7-11. Address : Tambon Ban Kaeng, Amphoe Phu Khiao, Chaiyaphum 36110 พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/ktUYMwqQq6RKwe7S6

Wat Sila At

There are 9 Buddha images inscribed, which is the origin of the name “Phu Phra”. A large Buddha image is called “Phra Chao Ong Tue” by the locals. Nearby there are 7 Buddha images engraved around a sandstone pillar and a 7-inch black sandstone Buddha image with the same characteristics as Phra Ong Tue in front of another. The Fine Arts Department has registered it as an ancient monument and antiquities. Activities not to be missed – Paying homage to Phra Chao Ong Tue – Visiting the sacred pond behind the Buddha image Address: Village No. 6, Ban Na Kai Sao, Chaiyaphum-Phu Khiao Road , Tambon Na Siew, amphoe Mueang, Chaiyaphum Province 36000 Opening hours: Every day from 8 am – 5 pm Recommended travel season: All seasons How to get there: From Chaiyaphum city, follow Highway No. 201 (Chaiyaphum-Kang Kro) for about 15 km and turn left along Na Siew-Huai Chan Road for about 5 km and turn left to the temple for another 1 km. พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/QCE1eZrfVUHaKDQDA

Prang Ku

It is a form of Khmer architecture in the Bayon style, during the reign of Jayavarman VII. It was one of the most important and perfect hospitals. The pediment and lintel are carved in sandstone, showing the intricacies of creating the image of the four-armed Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara standing in an arch above the pedestal of plants amid the rolling foliage. The people of the community have held a grand gilding ceremony of Phra That Prang Ku every year. Activities not to be missed – The community held the Phra That Prang Ku gilding ceremony around April. It has been practiced for a long time in order to maintain community’s good tradition. Address: tambon Nai Mueang, amphoe Mueang District, Chaiyaphum 36000 Opening hours: There is no exact opening and closing time. Travel season: all seasons How to get there: From the front of Chaiyaphum city hall to the east, follow Bannakarn Road for about 3 km to Prang Ku, which lies next to Wat Prang Ku. พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/CUYZHzt99KRg6fEeA