Nong Bua Lamphu
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By car
From Bangkok, motorists can use Hwy 1 (Pahol Yothin Rd) to Saraburi. Turn right at km107 onto Hwy 2 (Mitraphap Rd) and travel via Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani. Turn left into Hwy 210, via Nong Wuasor of Udon Thani to Nong Bua Lampu. This route is 608 km. Alternately, turn left in Khon Kaen onto Hwy 2109 (Namphong-Ubonrat Dam) via None Sang to Nong Bua Lampu. This route is 577 km.By bus
Regular buses and air conditioned coaches provide regular services between Bangkok and Nong Bua Lampu. For more information, call Northeastern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) at +66 2 9362852-66 or +66 2 9361880 or The Transport Company (BKS).By train
Train passengers can travel from Bangkok to Udon Thani, then take bus to Nong Bua Lampu. Train timetables can be checked at the State Railway of Thailand at 1690, +66 2 2204334, +66 2 2204444.By plane
Thai Airways does not operate direct flight between Bangkok and Nong Bua Lampu. Passengers can fly to Udon Thani and take bus to Nong Bua Lampu. For flight timetable, call Thai at 1566, +66 2 356111, +66 2 2800060, +66 2 6282000.Get around
See
Monument and Shrine of King Naresuan the GreatBuilt to commemorate King Naresuan the Great, who in 1574 led his army from Nong Bua Lampu to Vientiane under orders of the King of Hongsa, the kingdom of Burma which ruled Thailand at that time.
Museum of Luang Pu LodIn the compound of Wat Tham Klong Pen is the Pmotita Pagoda, which houses a relic of the Lord Buddha sent from Nepal.
Namtok Huay To Botanical ParkThis shady park is a popular place for picnics. The secreted shrine of Pu Loop is nearby.
None Wat PaThe historical site once was an ancient temple with a stone Buddha image in the attitude of seating under the protection of a naga. Ancient architecture and antiques from the Khmer era are found here.
Nong BuaThis big pond is in front of the city hall. As it never dries, the pond with beautiful backdrop of the Phu Phan Kham Range is a popular spot for repose.
Phra Wor Phra Ta City Pillar ShrineThe city pillar shrine was built to honour the founders of the city.
Phu Phan NoiThe mountain provides a great view point, "dao bon din" or "stars on the ground".
Shell Fossil MuseumFossils of shells from the Jurassic period, dating to 140-150 million years ago. In the nearby area, 60 dinosaur fossils can be seen in the layer of silt stone, above the layer where the fossils of shells and ancient crocodiles are found.
Wat Sri Koon MuangThe ancient temple houses ancient stone leaves which are significant archaeological artifacts, and "Luang Por Phra Chaichettha", a significant Buddha statue in Laotian-style.
Wat Tham Klong PenThis is the province's famed forest temple. Blanketed with lush vegetable and decorated with rock garden, the temple is shady and peaceful. The main hall (ubosot) houses a statue of Luang Pu Khao and two-sided ancient drum or Klong Pen.
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phone: +66 87 6975081address: 13/1 Soi Nong Muang, Po Chai, Ban Don HanFamily-run guesthouse, surrounded by rice paddies with no Wi-Fi, no TV, no air-con, no traffic noise. (Internet cafe about 1 km away).
Go next
- Loei, Udon Thani, or Chum Phae in Khon Kaen province