The name of Buriram means "city of peace." It is one of the largest and most populated provinces in the northeastern region. Buriram is 410 kilometers from Bangkok. I t has a number of leading attractions, including the Prasat Hin Phanom Rung and the huge Buddha image a top Mount Khao Kradong.
Best Places in Buriram
PHANOM RUNG HISTORICAL PARK
The park is located between Amphoe Nang Rong and Amphoe Prakhon Chai. It is on the top of the Phanom Rung Mount. It is a walled-in enclosure, with both the doorframes and walls carved in beautiful designs of Lopburi Period style with Khom influence.
KHAO KRADONG FOREST PARK
The Forest Park is 6 kilometers from the city on the Buriram-Prakhon Chai Road. Khao Kradong is an extinct volcano that is 265 meters high. The summit of the mountain has a pool that is believed to be the mouth of the volcano. Around the area are several plant species worth studying.
LOWER NORTHEASTERN CULTURAL CENTER
The Center is in Buriram Rajabhat Institute. It has collections and displays of artifacts and is a local archaeological, historical and arts study center. Exhibitions of the center include geography, history and ancient community.
