5 Cool Places Worth Visiting In Sa Kaeo

Sa Kaeo was previously a part of Prachinburi province before it was designated a new province. Sa Kaeo is situated in Eastern Thailand and borders with Cambodia to the east. Aranyaprathet district in Sa Kaeo serves as an important gateway to Cambodia, connecting international transportation and tourism linkages between the two countries. Rong Kluea Market, a border market on the Thai side, is well-known for cheap and second-hand products from various neighboring countries.There are many historical attractions such as remains of ancient monuments and architectures scattered throughout the province.  Sa Kaeo also possesses abundant natural resources, as well as unique canyon-like soil sculptures called “Lalu”.

Lalu

Lalu  is a new natural tourist attraction of Sa Kaeo, located at Ban Noen Kham and Ban Khlong Yang, Thappharat Sub-district, 36 kilometres from the District Office. Lalu in Khmer language means “penetrated”. It is a natural phenomenon caused by the erosion of rainwater and the subsidence or collapse of soil. The condition of some part of the soil at this place is hard and durable. However, the wind has eroded it into many shapes similar to a city wall or cliffs, while some are pillars similar to those in “Phae Mueang Phi” of Phrae province, but smaller in size. Therefore, some people call it “A New Phae Mueang Phi”. As it covers an area of more than 2,000 rai, Lalu possesses beauty and uniqueness, suitable for a visit. Moreover, accommodation is provided at the homestay Service Please contact local officers for the local transportation service, as well as, a guide or a local junior one at Achan Ramphai, Tel. 08 9094 0772 or 0 3724 3724  

Tham Khao Siwa or Tham Nam

Tham Khao Siwa is situated within the compound of Ban Khao Chan Daeng, between the Ta Ngok and Kok Mamuang mountain ranges, 16 kilometres from Khlong Hat District Office. It is a cave with a running stream throughout the year. The cave is 500 metres deep, while the level of water inside is 10-220 centimetres deep.Inside the cave are beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. Some of them are spreading, similar to a curtain. Moreover, there is a small waterfall inside the cave. It is suitable for adventure lovers who can swim. Equipment that should be prepared are non-absorbent outfit, a waterproof torch, a lamp, a lighter, a rubber raft, and a life buoy or life jacket.


Tham Phet Pho Thong

Tham Phet Pho Thong  Situated at Amphoe Khlong Hat, visitors will enjoy trekking to this medium-sized cave through the Chan Pha Forest, which is preserved by the villagers. Throughout the year, the cave is well ventilated with natural breezes. The inside of the cave is separated into 4 zones; Zone 1: Upon entering the cave mouth facing west. Zone 2: Descend from the tunnel to a large hall. Zone 3: Walk to the pearl hall adorned with diamonds. Lastly, Zone 4 is dubbed ‘the castle gate of the cave’. Smooth creamy stones are found at the cave mouth. In addition, there is an interesting stalagmite formation which looks like a Buddha statue.


Prasat Sadok Kok Thom

Prasat Sadok Kok Thom  is a large important ancient monument of Sa Kaeo Province, located at Ban Nong Samet, Khok Sung Sub-district. The remains comprise 3 towers, facing towards the East, a moat surrounding its 4 sides, as well as, 2 boundary walls: the outer one made of laterite, while the inner one, sandstone. The sanctuary was made of sandstone whose Gopura entrance gates on the east and the west still remain. The word Sadok Kok Thom means “a city with abundant reeds in a large swamp”. At present, the ancient large swamp can still be seen near the Prasat, while both stone inscriptions have been preserved at the National Library, the Fine Arts Department.


Butterfly Watching Festival at Pang Sida National Park

Butterfly Watching Festival at Pang Sida National Park is held during April-June at Pang Sida National Park, a centre for more than 400 butterfly species. Enjoy a procession of butterfly mannequins from each sub-district, OTOP products, art and musical shows, sports, as well as, a tour around the Pang Sida National Park.


Butterfly Watching Festival at Pang Sida National Park

Butterfly Watching Festival at Pang Sida National Park is held during April-June at Pang Sida National Park, a centre for more than 400 butterfly species. Enjoy a procession of butterfly mannequins from each sub-district, OTOP products, art and musical shows, sports, as well as, a tour around the Pang Sida National Park.


Butterfly Watching Festival at Pang Sida National Park

Butterfly Watching Festival at Pang Sida National Park is held during April-June at Pang Sida National Park, a centre for more than 400 butterfly species. Enjoy a procession of butterfly mannequins from each sub-district, OTOP products, art and musical shows, sports, as well as, a tour around the Pang Sida National Park.