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AMPHOE MUANG
Prap Ho Monument
This monument was built to honor the dead who crushed the
Chinese Ho rebellion of 1886. The monument, built on the order of
Prince Prachak Silpakhom, was originally behind Nong Khai police
station but was moved in 1949 to its present location at the
intersection of roads entering Nong Khai. The monument has
inscriptions in Thai, Chines, Lao and English. The province holds a
celebration at the monument every March 5th.
Luang Pho Phra Sai
This gold Buddha image is highly revered by the Nong Khai
people and dates back to the ancient Lan Chang Empire Centuries ago.
It is believed the image is one of 3 images commissioned to be molded
by the 3 daughters of the king of Lan Chang. In 1778. The images were
moved to Vientiane and during the reign of King Rama III, they were
brought to Thailand, but one sank in a storm. The remaining images
were placed in Wat Pho Chai and Wat Ho Klong. Wat Pho Chai is the
temple where Luang Pho Phra Sai is housed. There is a celebration
every the seventh lunar month at the temple.
Phra That Bang Phuan
A very old pagoda, Phar That Bang Phuan houses the holy relics
of Lord Buddha. The pagoda received additions in the reign of King
Chai Chettha but later crumbled because of rain. The Fine Art
Department made complete restoration in 1970. A fun-filled festival is
held very January. The pagoda is 12 km. from km. 10 on highway No.211.
Phra That Nong Khai
From available records, the pagoda collapsed into the Mekong in
1847 and over the years drifted to the center of the river where it
can be seen today.
Jorm Manee Beach
The beach is a part of the Mekong and is most beautiful in
April when the water lever recedes. It is a favorite spot for
tourists.
Friendship Bridge
(Thai-Lao)
This is the first international bridge spanning the Mekong. The
bridge links Nong Khai with Vientiane and was built jointly by the
governments of Australia, Thailand and Laos. The bridge was opened in
April 8, 1994.
Sala Kaew Koo and Ban Na
Thorng
A unique place with numerous sculptures according to the belief
of a sent of Buddhism. Sala Kaew Koo is about 3 km. from Nong Khai on
the Nong Khai - Phon Phi - sai road.
Tha Sadet Mark
It is the Bazaar. Open everyday 10.00-18.00 hrs. Most of the
souvenirs are from Indo-China. Thai and foreign tourists like shopping
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AMPHOE BUNG KAN
Phu Tork
Phu Tork means a lonely mountain in the northeastern Thailand.
It actually comprises 2 mountains a big Phu Tork and a small Phu Tork.
The mountain is now site of a meditation center. The boundaries of the
center is :
North - A big Phu Tork
South - Ban Na Duang - Ban Sri Wi - lai road
East - Bung Kan - Pho Mak Khaeng road
West - Ban Na Kham Khaen and Ban Na Sabaeng
A stairway system completed in 1974, takes visitors up the 7 levels of
the center, each with a different view and atmosphere. The main levels
are level 4 (residence for nuns) and level 5 (housed and grave of
Ajarn Chuan, the monk who found the center). Between these two levels
are several caves worth exploring. The top (level 7 ) is a shady
forest. A mini-bus can be hired for Amphoe Bung Kan to Phu Tork or
visitors with cars can drive on highway No.212 from Bung Kan to Phu
Tork for 46 km.
Phu Wua Wildlife Sanctuary
Phu Wan Wildlife Sanctuary has an area of 186.5 square km. It
is in Amphoe Bung Kan and Amphoe Se-Ka. The sanctuary is at the
northeastern, most corner of the northeast, about 2 km. from the
border, The average elevation is 150-300 meters. The soil is sandy in
some parts, laterite and clay in others. There are both wet and dry
jungles in the area. Wildlife here includes elephants, tigers,
leopards, bears, pheasants, monkeys and gibbons. The animals are in a
thick jungle area of only 40 square km. thus hindering reproductin.
Places of interest are :
Fun Cave-To the north of the sanctuary, the cave of-fers a
cool atmosphere and the refreshing Fun Cave waterfall. There are
countless deer and wild rabbits in the area. Eastern side of the
sanctuary - Water - eroded rock formations of peculiar shapes are the
stars here. The high elevation of 330 meters gives quests a good look
of nearby mountains and even those in Laos.
Cha-naen Waterfall - A well-known waterfall of the province, Cha-naen
waterfall can be reached via a natural stone bridge set amidst huge
boulders. A small lake, Bung Chanaen, has a large trees along the
banks and is a pollible refuge of some crocodiles. The waterfall
itself is a large on falling down from many rocks. The fine sand
around the fall makes the site ideal form camping. Chan Pha Cave - a
small cave 500 meters from the stone bridge. Sa-am Waterfall - A
beautiful waterfall with rock ridges and walls. You can get to the
sanctuary by bus No.4193 which goes every hour from Nong Khai and
No.244 goes every 45 minute from Udorn Thani. There are 2 main
trekking routes in the sanctuary the Bung Kan - Hua Phu route (pass
the sanctuary headquarters) is 36.4 km., the Bung Kan - Chanaen
waterfall route is 76.1 km. |
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AMPHOE SANG KHOM
Than Thorng Waterfall
Located in Ban Pha Tang, the waterfall can be reached by taking
highway No.221 and highway No.2186 to Km.74. Than Thorng Waterfall
drops from a 30 meter-high cliff. The pool is below.
Than Tip Waterfall
It used to call Tard Serm Waterfall, it is in Ban Serm, Moo 1,
Tambon Ban Moung, Amphoe Sang-khorm, Nong Khai. It is the same way as
going to Than Thong Waterfall. When you arrive Ban Pha Thang, pass by
Ban Phak Som, Ban Khang Khai and you will get to Ban Moung on the left
which is 2 km. from km.52. Than tip Waterfall, a narrow beautiful
cascade, comprised of three levels. The first level is about 70
meter-high, the second 100 meter and the third level is about 70
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AMPHOE THA BO
Tobacco Village
It is on the way from Amphoe Muang to Amphoe Tha Bo on highway
211. Villagers grow tobacco along the river bank of the Mekong river.
There is beautiful scenery to see, the foreign tourists are interested
in studying the local way of life.
Luang Pho Phar Cho Ong Tue
Luang Pho Phra Cho Ong Tue is the largest gold Buddha image of
Nong Khai. The image is at Wat Nam mong. No Clear record exits of when
the image was molded but a stone inscription states the image was
built in 1562 by King Chai Chettha. The King and 7 noblemen who close
to him employed 500 workers to mold the image by using a mixture of
gold, brass and silver. Legend has it that the god Indra and 108
angels had to help finish it, consuming 7 years and 7 months at a cost
of 8.4 million baht. It is said a person sadness will disappear with a
look at the image. Wat Nam Mong can be reached by taking highway
No.211 to km.31 and turning left for 2.2 km. past Tha Bo market.
Fresh Fishery Village
It is located in Tambon Khong Nang, Amphoe Tha Bo on the
highway Tha Bo-Sri Chiang Mai. They are doing all kinds of fresh
fishery. Fish are sent to Bangkok and the north part of Thailand.
Phan-Kra-yor Village
It is on the highway from Ban Nong Song Hong to Amphoe Tha Bo.
People make plates of rice flour which they use them to wrap egg
rolls. They are exported aboard now. It is a local industry. |
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AMPHOE PAK CART
Wat Sawang A-rom
The
temple is at km.90 of highway no.212. Situated at the foot of a
mountain. The temple has a rock formations, stone terraces and shady
trees all around. A chapel houses a Buddha image. The chapel provides
a commanding view of surrounding areas. |
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AMPHOE SRI CHIANG MAI
Wat Hin Mak Peng
Wat Hin
Mak Peng is a meditation center for monks, nuns and pilgrims. This
tranquil sanctuary is adjacent to the Mekong and is ideal for
relaxation. The sanctuary is at km. 83 of highway No.2186, 30 km. from
Amphoe Sri Chiang Mai. |
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