Buriram Temples

Amphoe Chalerm Prakiat

Wat Khao Angkhan

is on Khao Angkhan, another extinct volcano in Buri Ram. The temple can be reached by taking the Ta Pek-Lahan Sai Road for 5 km. And turning left for 10 more km. Artifacts abound here, including ancient sandstone temple boundary markers dating back to the Dvaravati period. Nowadays it is the site of Wat Khao Angkhan, one of Buri Rams largest monasteries. The buildings within were designed to reflect architecture in various eras. All are breathtakingly beautiful. Inside the main chapel are mural paintings recounting the past lives of Lord Buddha in English.

Amphoe Non Din Daeng

Prasat Nong Hong

is a small ancient temple at the edge of Lam Nang Rong Dam in Amphoe Lahansai. There are three Prang made of bricks, facing to the eastern side where is the only entrance. The characteristics of the 12th century. To reach Prasat Nong Hong when coming from the town of Buri Ram follow Highway 218 to Amphoe Nang Rong, then turn left into Highway 348, passing Amphoe Pa Kham until one reaches Amphoe Lahasai. When reaching the intersection, enter the Lam Nang Rong Dam, which is signposted; the monument is visible from the dam itself, at 500 meters distance.

Amphoe Pa Kham

Prasat Ban Kok Ngiew

is located in Amphoe Pa Kham; when coming from the town of Buriram, Wat Khok Ngiew can be reached on Highway 218 from Amphoe Nang Rong and turning into Highway No.348 before reaching Amphoe Pa Kham after 3 km (at km. marker 20). The site itself is behind Khok Ngiew monastery cars may be parked in the monasteries precinct the site is an walking distance. This is a hospital (Arogayasala or health center), built for the same purpose of hospitals elsewhere. But some architectural details are more lively compared with elements from hospitals elsewhere such as the image of Bhisajayaguru in the worshiping hall and a bronze mirror on which appears an inscription relating the importance of Prasat Khok Ngiew and the hospital intended to serve a large community. This site helps solve also the history of Arogayasala in the 13th century.

Amphoe Phutthaisong

Prang Ku Suan Taeng

is another ancient Khmer site. It is situated in Ban Don Wai, Tambon Nong Waeng alongside Highway No.202(Phutthaisong - Prathai), 74 km. from Amphoe Muang (12 km. from Amphoe Phutthaisong). The site is 3 brick pagodas lined on a single base. The site awaits coming renovation. Prang Ku Suan Taeng used to have beautiful lintels, one of which was stolen and sold abroad. It was later retrieved and is now on display in the National Museum. Another is on display in Phimai National Museum.

Phra Chao Yai Wat Hong

is a large and old Buddha image in the meditation posture, 1.6 meter wide and 2 meters high. This is a late rite image that features many local designs. Each February, a grand celebration is held to pay homage to the image and is attended by people from nearby provinces. Though its Thai name means "large," it is believed that the reason it is named like this is not because of its size but because of its sacred status to the Buriram people. It is said that people who make vows with the image and then break them usually suffer negative consequences. Several smaller images have been found under the image's base. The temple can be reached by taking the road to Phayakhaphum Phisai for 1 km. and 2 more km on a branch road.

Amphoe Satuk

Phra Phuttharoop Yai


or Phra Phuttharoop Patima Santayaphirom Satuk Udom Ratsadon Nimit Manin is a huge standing Buddha image on the bank of Mun River, opposite Amphoe Satuk Office. It is highly revered by the people of Satuk Office. It is highly revered by the people of Satuk and nearby provinces.


Every year there is the Buri Ram Boat Race on the river in front of the image. Paddlers, tourists and spectators usually stop by to pay homage to the image.