Lintel of Narayana reclining on the ocean, a precious sandstone of Phanom Rung

🌅 "Exciting as if you've traveled back in time – Phanom Rung is more than just an ancient site, it's a gateway to the past, over a thousand years old." 📍 Location: Phanom Rung Historical Park, Chaloem Phra Kiat District, Buriram Province ⛰ Located atop an ancient volcano, approximately 200 meters high, it's designed to be a heavenly palace. 🪷 Lintel of Narayana Reclining on the Ocean A priceless piece of sandstone art at Phanom Rung, featuring the carving of the god Narayana reclining on a Naga. Amidst the ocean 🌊✨ It was lost for over 30 years before returning to its homeland in 2021. 💫 Unmissable Highlights 🚪 Stone Gates & Cloisters: Detailed carvings of gods and the Ramayana story, like paintings. 🌞 Sunlight passing through 15 doorways: Occurs four times a year (2 sunrises, 2 sunsets). The golden light stretches like a timeline from past to present. 🛕 Main Temple: Beautifully symmetrical, reflecting the glory of the Khmer Empire. 📷 Photography Tip: Popular Spot: The center of the cloisters offers a view of the long row of gates and the beautiful sky. If you visit when the sun shines through the gates, bring a wide-angle lens and a tripod. 📸 🍃 Summary of Experiences: Phanom Rung is more than just a tourist attraction, it's a truly walkable, immersive, and immersive history lesson. ❤️ Those who love the grandeur of ancient Khmer architecture and natural scenery must visit at least once in their lives. 🌿 #BuriramMustVisit #VisitBuriram