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Nakhon Phanom
Nakhon Phanom at a glance
Located on the right bank of the majestic Mekong River is Nakhon Phanom an ancient city with a name that literally means of City of Hills. The lovely setting of the provincial capital is enhanced by the rugged beauty of jungle covered mountains which lie beyond the Laotian town of Tha Khaek, located on the opposite bank of the river. Nakhon Phanom is renowned as a great place with beautiful scenery and relaxing ambiance by the Mekong River.
With a history that dates back many thousands of years, the province is a melting pot of diverse ethnic cultures and traditions. However, the culture with the strongest influence on the architecture, customs and cuisine of the province is the Lao culture.
Encompassing a total area of 5,512 square kilometers, most of which are high hills and plains covered with lush and virgin forests, Nakhon Phanom is where Phra That Phanom, the most sacred and ancient religious monument of the Northeast, is located. Both Thais and Laotians usually make their pilgrimage to this highly venerated site to ask for blessings. In addition, visitors can experience the unique fusion of Thai and Lao arts and culture through customs such as the Bai-Sri-Su-Kwan ceremony (the extension of a generous welcome to guests when a potent brew of home-made liquor is usually served).
History of Nakhon Phanom
One of the important cities of upper I-San, Nakhon Phanom was once known as "Sri Kotrabun Kingdom". Most historians believe that when King Rama I ruled Vientiane, the area was named "Maruka Nakhon". It was later renamed "Nakhon Phanom", because of its outstanding geographical feature its location among many hills and mountains.
Throughout history, Laotians and people from other ethnic groups had migrated across the Mekong River. This recurring pattern of migration left its mark on the local dialects, customs and cuisine of Nakhon Phanom. Some historic treasures include folk dances such as the Sri Kotrabun dance, which is regarded as the symbolic dance of Nakhon Phanom's, the Fon Phu Thai, Sek-Ten-Sak and So Tung Bung that are performed on special occasions.
Todays Nakhon Phanom
Nakhon Phanom, which is 740 kilometers from Bangkok, covers an area of 5,512 square kilometers and is comprised of the following districts: Mueang Nakhon Phanom, Pla Bak, Tha Uthen, Phon Sawan, Ban Phaeng, That Phanom, Renu Nakhon, Na Kae, Si Songkhram, Na Wa, Na Thom and Wang Yang.
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| Destinations in "Ban Phaeng" district - Nakhon Phanom province - Thailand |
Phra Achan Bua Temiyo Museum - Ban Phaeng - Nakhon Phanom
Phra Achan Bua Temiyo Museum is situated at Wat Sila Mongkhon in Ban Lak Sila, only 5 kilometers fro ....
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Phu Langka National Park - Ban Phaeng - Nakhon Phanom
This park is in the Langka Mountain Range, 6 kilometres from Ban Phaeng district and comprises 2 wat ....
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| Destinations in "Mueang" district - Nakhon Phanom province - Thailand |
Hat Thai Mueang - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
Thai Mueang Beach is a freshwater beach that appears only during the dry season from February to Apr ....
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Phra That Nakhon - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
Located in amphoe Mueang, the stupa is designated as a holy place, expecially for one born on Saturd ....
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Phu Kratae Golf Club - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
Located in the compound of Nakhon Phanom Technical School, Nitayo Road, Nakhon Phanom 48000, golf lo ....
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Riverside Promenade - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
Fancy a walk along the mighty and famous Mekong River? Visitors can stroll along the riverside prome ....
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Saint Anna Nong Saeng Church - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
Saint Anna Church is located on Sonthornvijit Road which runs parallel to the dame in front of the c ....
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Tha Khaek (located in Laos) - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
Foreigners wishing to extend their journey to Tha Khaek should obtain Lao Visas. Only travelers with ....
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Wat Maha That - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
This monastery is located on Sunthon Wichit Road, on the bank of Mekong River. The compound includes ....
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Wat Okat (Wat Okatsibuaban) - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
The temple, which is located along the bank of the Mekong River, on Sunthon Wichit Road is an ancien ....
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Wat Si Thep - Mueang - Nakhon Phanom
Wat Si Thep is situated on Sunthon Wichit Road and houses the highly revered Phra Saeng, which is sa ....
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| Destinations in "Na Wa" district - Nakhon Phanom province - Thailand |
Phra That Prasit - Na Wa - Nakhon Phanom
Located in Amphoe Na Wa, the stupa is designated as a holy place, especially for one born on Thursda ....
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| Destinations in "Renu Nakhon" district - Nakhon Phanom province - Thailand |
Phra That Renu Nakhon - Renu Nakhon - Nakhon Phanom
Phra That Renu Nakhon is located 52 kilometers south of Nakhon Phanom town on Highway No. 212. Upon ....
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| Destinations in "Tha Uthen" district - Nakhon Phanom province - Thailand |
Wat Trai Phum - Tha Uthen - Nakhon Phanom
A riverside temple located in Tha Uthen District where the 15th century, 80-inch tall Phra Bang imag ....
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| Destinations in "That Phanom" district - Nakhon Phanom province - Thailand |
Phra That Phanom - That Phanom - Nakhon Phanom
Phra That Phanom is located 50 kilometers from Nakhon Phanom town on Highway No. 212. It is the most ....
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