Relax at in Thailand

Sakon Nakhon Province The province of Sakon Nakhon is approximately 650 km from Bangkok. It is situated in the far northeast region and borders with Nong Khai, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan (which all border with Laos), Udon Thani and Kalasin. Historically the area was under the control of the Khmers, when it was an important provincial centre. The second most revered Lao-style stupa, Phrathat Choeng Chum, is to be found in Sakon Nakhon. On the edges of the town of Sakon Nakhon is Nong Han, the largest natural lake to be found in Thailand. The province is also known for two of the most famous Buddhist monks in Thai history; Acharn Man and his student Acharn Fan Ajaro, who were known to have mastered the Buddhist meditation, vipassana.

Places of Attraction

Phrathat Choeng ChumThis highly revered Lao-style temple is situated on Reuang Sawat Rd, in the centre of town. The chedi, standing at a height of 25m, was built over the remains of a Khmer style prang during the Ayutthaya period.

Phrathat Narai Cheng WengThis temple is located about 5km from the town, in the village of Ban That. The five tiered sandstone prang was originally part of a Khmer Hindu complex dating from the 11th century.

Wat Pa SutthawatThis temple, situated in the southwest of town holds the remains of the famous Phra Achan Man. There is a bronze image of the monk as well as articles linked to the monk on display.

Nong HanThe lake has an area of 32 sq km and contains many small islands. One of the most pleasant is Don Sawan, which is very popular at weekends and holidays and can easily be reached by a hired boat.

Wax Castle FestivalThe festival is held at the end of the Buddhist Lent. The local people make well detailed castles from bees wax and parade them through the streets in a merit-making event.