5 Cool Places Worth Visiting In Sakon Nakhon

Sakon Nakhon province is one of ancient city of Thailand. This city is full of sacred atmosphere and interesting civilization.  As Phu Phan Mountain fossil site and ancient color paint at historical site Varichaphum district. Aside from history and tradition this province has a beautiful nature surround by forests, mountains and rivers.




Phra That Choeng Chum

Phra That Choeng Chum  Situated in Wat Phra That Choeng Chum Worawihan, it is built to cover footprints of four Buddhas. Phrathat Choom junction, facing Nong Han, east. Its history is unclear, however, Phra That is considered sacred icon for Sakon Nakhon. The rectangular stupa is 24 metres high and decorated with 3.75 kilograms golden umbrella. The stupa, or Phra That, has four doors put inside is fill with stone. Next to the Phra That is the chapel that houses Luang Po Ong Saen, a sacred Buddha statue of the province. Buddha stucco gilded gold . The attitude of subduing Mara of Chiang Saen Art . On Wan Phra or Buddhist Day, lots of Buddhist always pay homage to the Buddha image at night. The temple holds annual celebration between the 9th and 15th date of waxing moon of January.


Wat Tham Pha Daen

Wat Tham Pha Daen Situated on the Phu Phan Range, Ban Dong Noi, Tambon Dong Mafai, Amphoe Mueang Sakon Nakhon, is one of the don’t miss Sakon Nakhon. Within the temple’s area, there are many massive reliefs sculpted on sandstone, mostly depicting scenes from the story of Buddhism. This century-old temple is shady amidst verdant surroundings with large boulders ideal for Dhamma practice and meditation.  Wat Tham Pha Daen to be a meditation centre plus religious tourist attraction to encourage more visits by the public and teenagers. The temple is located on a high mountain. Amidst the shady nature, it have area for the scenery and photography. A vast terrace is provided for visitors to admire the 180-degree scenery of downtown Sakon Nakhon and Nong Han Lake.


Lotus Memorial Park

Lotus Memorial Park Located inside Kasetsart University, Chalermphrakiat Sakon Nakhon Province Campus. Build in 2010,  for collected  lotus and support the International Lotus Conference 2010. In addition to serving as a source of knowledge and recreational place for university students and the general public. It is also a source of recreation and a new attraction of Sakon Nakhon.