Phanom Rung Historical Park, Phanom Rung Stone Castle

Located in Chaloem Phra Kiat District, Buriram Province, approximately 77 kilometers from Buriram City, it is an ancient site located on Phanom Rung Mountain, an extinct volcano, approximately 200 meters above the ground. The word Phanom Rung comes from the Khmer word Vanamrung, which means large mountain. It was built in the style of ancient Khmer art, which is one of the most beautiful. Phanom Rung Stone Castle is one of the most famous Khmer stone castles in Thailand. It is an important tourist attraction and an important symbol of Buriram Province. Important places to visit, besides the main castle, are the Naga Bridge, the lintel of Narai Reclining on the Ocean, and the small prang. In addition, on April 3-5 and September 8-10 of every year, the sun rises and shines through all 15 doors. Villagers walk up to see the magnificent combination of nature and the constructions of their ancestors. In addition, on March 6-8 and October 6-8 of every year, the sun sets and shines through all 15 doors. It is believed that this phenomenon is a sacred phenomenon, receiving sunlight that shines through the Shiva Linga. Which is located in the middle of Phanom Rung Castle, is a way to increase life energy and be auspicious to yourself and your family. For those who see it Traveling to see Phanom Rung Stone Castle In case you do not bring your own car, you must use the transportation company's service and get off at Nang Rong District. There will be a songthaew for hire to go up to Phanom Rung Castle, each car costs about 200-300 baht. When you arrive at Phanom Rung Castle, you can go up in 2 ways: in front of the castle, park your car in the parking lot and walk up the stairs for about 400 meters. The other way is behind the castle, you must drive up, pay a service fee, and walk up a little bit, about 100 meters, which is shorter than going up the front. #Buriram #IsanTravelSouth #Phanom RungStoneCastle