Buriram Local Arts and Crafts Center
Location : Amphoe Muang
is in front of the Surin Provincial Army Headquarters on the Buriram intersection from the Buriram -Prakhon
Chai Road in tambon Samet, tel. 613299,612823. There are many sandstone replicas of South Isan arts such as
the Narai lintel, good sculptures, Buddha images, etc.
Buriram Culture Center
Location : Amphoe Muang
situated in the Buriram Ratchaphat Institute. It is the center for the collection and display of
artifacts and works of historical value, as well as a research source for local history, archaeology
and arts. The center was opened on April 16, 1993 and is open daily for the public to visit during
government office hours.
Location : Amphoe Ban Kruat
is the site where the ancient Khmer people used to obtain rocks to build sanctuaries in the lower
Northeast. It is near Khao Kloi and Khao Krachiao, adjacent to the Thai - Cambodian border, 7 km.
from Amphoe Ban Kruat on the Ban Kruat-Lahan Sai Road, and 3 km. from the main road. An asphalt
road leads to the quarry, making travel most convenient. It is believed that rocks from this quarry
were used to build Phanom Rung and other sanctuaries in Buri Ram. There are rock hills on both sides.
A stream flows through this lovely area. Provincial authorities have asked the Fine Arts Department to
survey the area for conservation purposes. The ancient Quarry is far from Phanom Rung Historical Park about 45 kms.
Royal Factory
Location : Amphoe Non Din Daeng
is the Project of H.M. the King which tourist can see the operations of a processed food
factory, as vegetables and canned tomato juice. For more information contact. Tel. (044) 606-107, 606-205.
Khao Kradong Park
Location : Amphoe Muang
is on Khao Kradong which is an extinct volcano. The mouth of the volcano is now a small pool which
has water throughout the year. About 6 km. from the city on the Buriram - Prakhon Chai Road, the park
can be reached via 2 ways which are by car on a concrete road lined with Buddha images in various
postures and by a stairway which climbs to a level of 265 meters above sea level. On the mountain
top sits Phra Suphatbophit, a large image sacred to the Buriram people. Adjacent to it is an ancient
pagoda which houses a replica of Lord Buddha's footprint.The park is under the supervision of the
Wildlife Conservation Office of the Royal Forestry Department. Buriram Provincial Authorities have
developed it into a major tourist spot by conserving nature and the environment in pristine condition.
Numerous tourists come here on weekends.
Kradong Reservoir
Location : Amphoe Muang
is in front of Kradong Mountain. A road on the left of Khao Kradong takes visitors to Bunyanusat
Scouts Camp and a zoo. The place is ideal for relaxation and picnics. The reservoir offers a
magnificent view of the Phra Suphatthara Bophit Buddha image stop Khao Kradong. A replica of
the Holy Footprint is also placed here.
Location : Amphoe Muang
is in front of Kradong Mountain. A road on the left of Khao Kradong takes visitors to Bunyanusat
Scouts Camp and a zoo. The place is ideal for relaxation and picnics. The reservoir offers a
magnificent view of the Phra Suphatthara Bophit Buddha image stop Khao Kradong. A replica of
the Holy Footprint is also placed here.
Pho Silk Weaving Village
Location : Amphoe Na Pho
has the finest Matmi silk which won many awards from the local Handicrafts Center. Modern techniques and designs are used in its production.
Thung Laem Reservoir
Location : Amphoe Nang Rong
is beside Highway No.24, 4 km. from Amphoe Nang Rong at the Ban Hak intersection. This is a small reservoir
which has been developed into a tourist spot before tourists visit Phanom Rung Sanctuary. A beautifully
decorated pavilion offers visitors shelter. In the dry season, numerous Teals live here and birdwatchers
can get a close look at them.
Location : Amphoe Non Din Daeng
About 200 meters from the monument lies the Development for Security Project Area of H.M. the King
which includes the large reservoir Lam Nang Rong and the Khlong Manao reservoir, which are used for
agriculture and relaxation. Visitors can rest aboard rafts on the reservoirs, swim, take boat trips
to watch flocks of Teals.
Nong Ko Noi Handicrafts Village
Location : Amphoe Satuk
is about 17 km from Amphoe Satuk. A gravel road leads to the village. The village is a popular stop for
people going to see the Buri Ram Boat Races in November or those going to Amphoe Satuk. The development
of Industrial Promotion has trained villagers here to mark products from reed such as ladies handbags,
briefcases and folders.
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