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The city various Khmer ruins and the famous statue of KhunYing Mo named Nakhon Ratchasima or commonly known as "Korat" is situated on a plateau, about 260 kms. northeast of Bangkok. The city itself serves as the Gateway to the North-eastern Region.

Attractions

Monument of Thao Suranari
Situated in front of the old gate of "Pratu Chumpon" on the west side of the city. This monument was erected in 1934 to commemorate the heroic deed of Khun Ying Mo, wife of the Deputy Governor of Khorat during the reign of King Rama III, who managed to save the city from the invasion of the Laotion army led by Prince Anuwong of Vientiane. Every year from March 23 to April 3 , there is a celebration to honour this statue which draws thousands of people from town and neighbouring provinces.

Lam Thakong Dam
   Lies 62 Kms. before reaching the town on Highway No.2 The constructions had started in 1964 and finished 4 years later. The lakelike resevoir can containup to 300 million cu.m. of water and irrigates 95,200 acres of paddy field.

Khao Yai National Park
    At km. 165.5 on Highway No.2 covers an area of 2,168 sq.km. in four provinces: Nakhon Ratchasima, Nakhon Nayok, Sara Buri and Prachin Buri. The Park comprises various mountains, two important rivers of Lam Thakong and Nakhon Nayok, with many rare species of fauna and flora and over 20 waterfalls. Accomodations near the nation park are available.

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Prasat Hin Phimai
The largest sandstone sanctuary in Thailand almost situated in the centre of Phimai Ancient city which carries a rectangular shape of 655 metres wide and  1,030 metres long. The Sanctuary has been magnificiently restored and renovated ruins and has been preserved as a National Historical Park.
The pricipal sanctuary is a tower (Prasat) surrounded by four porches with an ante-chamber leading into each porch. On the terraces of the pyramidal roof, which is supported by Garudas, guardian figures, are interspersed with Nagas.
Of special interest is a carved stone door-intel depicting a divine figure, dressed in an elephant skin worn upside down, who dances on a pair of prostrate figures, on either side of this figure are rows of seated Buddha images dressed in royal attire, while below them are rows of dancing celestial figures

Sai Ngam
Sai Ngam or "Beautiful BanYan Tree" is two kilometres from Phimai. It is a recreation place which provides more than 15,000 square feet a shady area. Food stands for snacks and drink are also available.

Dan Kwian
Situated on Highway No.24, about 14 kms. from the city of Nakhon Ratchsima is a village  noted for the unique pottery widely used for interior and outdoor decoration. The clay at Dan Kwian has a specially marvellous quality of tough, ductile texture and the color of rust which are beyond comparison abd the quantity is fantastic. Such clay cannot be found anywhere else but Dan Kwian and when added with proper heating process and attractive design, the earthenwares are irresistable.

Amphoe Pak Thong Chai
Itself is also noted for its finest silk. The town is situated about 32 kms. from Nakhon Ratchasima along Highway No.304

Wat Na Pra That
Located 4 kms. from the Pak Thong Chai district Office. The temple has an old chapel in which beautiful mural paintings of the early Rattanakosin period can be seen on the walls. The door of "Ho Trai" or the hall for keeping the scripture is also elaborately carved.

Lam phra Phloeng Dam
Situated in Amphoe Pak Thong Chai on a side road some 28 kms. from the main highway. From the Dam, boats can also be hired to go another 23 ms. up the resevior to Namtok Pak Thong Chai (waterfall) or Namtok Klong Ki. Here is another spot for retreat and relaxation.

Phimai Boat Racing
An annual festival held for over a hundred years old in Amphoe Phimai,now takes place during Loy Kratong Festival (October-November), draws thousands of tourists both from Khorat city and neigh-bouring provinces.

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