City: Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Top Things to do in Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Top Restaurants in Nakhon Ratchasima Province
What to do and see in Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Thailand: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Nakhon Ratchasima (Thai: นครราชสีมา, pronounced [ná(ʔ).kʰɔ̄ːn râːt.t͡ɕʰā.sǐː.māː]), often called Khorat (Thai: โคราช, pronounced [kʰōː.râːt])) is one of the Isan provinces (changwat) of Thailand's northeast corner. It is the country's largest province by area, with a population of about 2.7 million who produce about 250 billion baht in GDP, the highest in Isan. Neighbouring provinces are (clockwise, from north) Chaiyaphum, Khon Kaen, Buriram, Sa Kaeo, Prachinburi, Nakhon Nayok, Saraburi, and Lopburi.
Restaurants in Nakhon Ratchasima Province
1. Phimai Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 572 reviews
This 12th-century temple is similar in structure to Angkor Wat.
Reviewed By jelinicivana - London, United Kingdom
Not as big as Ayutthaya or Sukhotai, but well worth a visit. The temple is just stunning! Phimai was an outpost of the Khmer empire and that is why the temple was built in Khmer architecture. Also, I learned there that Angkor Wat was inspired by this temple in Phimai! How very cool! Recommend visiting at any time, especially in the late afternoon as there are fewer tourists. Also, worth stopping and having a walk around Phimai, it is rather cute itself.
2. Wat Luang Phor Toh
3. Wat Ban Rai
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By 1Raynemaker
About two hours north of Khon Kaen, you'll find one of Thailand's hidden gems in the middle of nowhere (although Ratchasima is not far). Have have been to temples all over the country to include the Blue and White Temples, Temple of Truth, Silver temples of Chang Mai. I have to say, this was worth the trip. It reminds me of the Blue Temple as far as art and design. I loved it! There is so much going on in the murals and sculptures that adorn the outside of the temple; there are Hindu, Buddhist, and possibly more references. The basement looks like you could have a rave party, while the rest is like a museum on the floors above. The giant Naga statues at front are amazing! I've wanted to go here for years, and am glad I finally made the trip.
4. Khao Yai Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By lumule - Ko Samui, Thailand
We were on our way from the Kai Yai National Park up north to Khao Kho when we can across this place. Great spot for a stop and a stroll through the gallery and the garden for an hour, the entry is free of charge. The staff is very friendly and their is also a small shop and a cafe.
5. Thep Phithak Punnaram
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By JohannL256 - Penang Island, Malaysia
A quiet peaceful temple for local prayers; The main temple is at the top of the mountain and needs more than 600 steps of climbing to reach the top of the main mountain temple. The lower ground temple is full with peacock's bird; The birds are not in the center of temple. Its roaming all over the temple vicinity and nearby. There's also a lot of different kinds of chicken species roaming all over the places. You can take photos quite close to the peacocks & very surreal. Therefore, you need to walk around the temple vicinity to find them in high and low resting places all over. The temple will close around 5.30PM;
6. Wat Sala Loi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By 925raye - Nang Rong, Thailand
Wat Sala Loi’s highlight is the meeting hall which is built in Thai style in the shape of a boat riding the waves. It is decorated with local Dan Kwian clay tiles and tells the life of Buddha on the wall, the door is also made of metal. Inside the hall there is a large statue of Buddha. Wat Sala Loi in Nakhon Ratchasima is situated 500 meters from Rop Mueang Road.Opening hours: Daily 08.30 - 16.30
7. Wat Non Kum Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By GeorgeAylesham
This is a modern temple built as his life's work by a much loved Thai actor. It is 95 per finished - 'though the magnificent, well tended gardens and lakes are complete. Beneath a gilded dome the largest building contains a huge golden statue of his holiness Prah Puttajarn (Toh Brahmarangsri), a reverend of Rakang Temple from the reign of king Rama IV. The attention to detail is remarkable and all of the pathways are decorated with inset ceramic flowers. There is no charge but a small donation is welcome. We spent over an hour here before being driven away by a tropical downpour.
8. Haew Narok Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Raintree_Thailand - Bangkok, Thailand
Haew Narok Waterfall is hugely impressive -- IF you visit in rainy season! The amount of water thundering over the rocks is incredible and the drop is high enough to be very memorable. But a few warnings: 1. In dry season, the "falls" reduce to a trickle and there is really no reason to bother hiking to them. 2. The 1-kilometer trail going to the upper point of the falls is paved and very easy walking, but you don't see any part of the falls from the upper drop point. 3. The only way to actually see the falls is to climb down the steep steps (100+) to the view points below the falls. Some visitors who not in shape or who are concerned by steep steps, may find the climb down and back up to be more than they want to bite off, but the climb should be manageable for most people. The stairs are solid concrete and there are good handrails. 4. In rainy season, the mist from the falls is heavy and you will get a bit wet, with glasses, phones and cameras at risk of being soaked. 5. Rainy season is the time for leaches and, allow the park staff keep the trail swept pretty clean, you may encounter leaches now and then. Watch out for them and try to brush off before they start their lunch.
9. Khorat Fossil Museum
10. Phimai National Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By MW46Jackson - Phnom Penh, Cambodia
After visiting the Phimai temple, go over to the even less visited museum. With its water and trees it is a serene venue for these beautiful remnants of a more spiritual time. The carved lintels, delicate beads, and nagas speak to us with a voice that we can scarcely understand today unless we stop and listen carefully. The broken statue of King Jayavarman VII is particularly moving. Such a great monarch, and he did not portray himself as a warrior or glorious ruler -- only a simple pose of meditation. We can all learn from Jayavarman VII.
