Showing posts with label Nakhon Phanom "Phrathat Phanom". Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nakhon Phanom "Phrathat Phanom". Show all posts

November 17, 2008

Visit Phu Thai "Nakhon Phanom"

Nakhon Phanom is one of the border provinces along the Mekong River, an area a fascination as other Northeastern provinces. It has a treasure Phrathat Phanom which as also the symbol of the province. Besides, the home of Phu Thai people in Renu Nakhon district is indeed worth a visit.
Phrathat Phanom which was decaying with time was rebuilt with contributions from local people and a government fund. On top of the new pagoda is a 110kg. gold layered umbrella. The pagoda contains Lord Buddha's relics.

Shopping : Silk and cotton sarong, Khaen a local musical instrument, Handicrafts including sticky rice bamboo containers and mats.
- Thailand Travel guide, PTT