Nakhon Ratchasima (Khorat)
What to see in Nakhon Ratchasima? Discover Khorat and its surroundings
Here's a small selection of attractions to see in Nakhon Ratchasima (Khorat): a few temples (always ;-), its monument, and Khmer ruins. A peaceful stroll through this city at the gateway to Isan.
Khao Yai National Park: On the trail of wild elephants
A national park located about 3 hours northwest of Bangkok, Khao Yai was the first of its kind to be created, in 1962. Today it is the 3rd largest national park in Thailand and is home to a large number of wild animals including wild elephants, which are often the primary reason for a visit to this magnificent mountainous area.
Phimai Temple: A Jewel of Khmer Heritage
Phimai has one of the most beautiful Khmer temples in the country, a vestige of a past when the kingdom did not yet exist and was part of the Khmer empire which dominated the region.