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    Phanom Rung Historical Park (Prasat Hin Phanom Rung)

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    Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Walking Areas, Sights & Landmarks
    Moo 2 | Ta Pek, Chaloem Phra Kiat 31110, Thailand
    +66 44 666 251
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    “Beautiful ”

    The complex on top of Phanom Rung hill is set in a scenic environment with views of the rural area... read more

    Reviewed March 19, 2018
    Cu'na M
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    “A fabulous place to visit.”

    Amazingly atmospheric, this place has been beautifully restored over 17 years by Thailand's... read more

    Reviewed March 14, 2018
    John W
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    This historical park contains some of the country's most extensive Khmer ruins.

    About Phanom Rung Historical Park (Prasat Hin Phanom Rung)

    This historical park contains some of the country's most extensive Khmer ruins.
    4.5
    304 reviews
    • Excellent68%
    • Very good30%
    • Average1%
    • Poor0%
    • Terrible1%
    Travelers talk about
    “phanom rung” (38 reviews)
    “extinct volcano” (25 reviews)
    “angkor wat” (18 reviews)
    Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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    Moo 2 | Ta Pek, Chaloem Phra Kiat 31110, Thailand
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    "beautiful khmer"
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    "well worth the trip"
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    Reviewed March 19, 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful

    The complex on top of Phanom Rung hill is set in a scenic environment with views of the rural area in all directions. On the car park you will find food and drink stalls as well as a number of souvenir shops.

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    Reviewed March 14, 2018 via mobile
    A fabulous place to visit.

    Amazingly atmospheric, this place has been beautifully restored over 17 years by Thailand's Department of Fine Arts. They finished in 1988 and did a great job. The long approach is to me the most dramatic feature, leading up to the temple complex. Built in the...More

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    Reviewed February 10, 2018
    A great historical Khmer site

    It is amazing to see what the Khmer people built in the 12th century. The architecture of the buildings are full with statues and the complex is wonderful designed.

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    Reviewed February 5, 2018 via mobile
    Just wonderful

    Totally worthwhile visiting this place, it’s as good a building as you’ll find anywhere in Thailand. Originally a Hindu temple and a thousand years old it’s masonry and decoration is superb. Very worthwhile visit. Totally unsuitable for the less able, lots of stairs.

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    Reviewed January 7, 2018
    Awesome

    We traveled from Bangkok exclusively to see this site. It was a very long journey(about 450 kms), but a definitely worthwhile one.Even after having seen Angkor Wat, one cannot help but being enthralled by what is certainly the most beautiful Khmer monument in Thailand (dating...More

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    Reviewed January 6, 2018 via mobile
    Let’s not get carried away

    Phanom Rung has been overhyped to some extent and although it’s an interesting place to visit, it’s not on the same jaw-dropping level as Angkor Wat, Prambanan or Borobudur. If you temper your expectations, you’ll appreciate it more. It’s also not easy to get there;...More

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    Reviewed December 28, 2017
    Suitable Shoes for walking

    Allow more time than I did as there's a good walk up to the temple ruins with plenty to see and wear suitable shoes taking water to drink. There are places selling souvenirs and drinks before you start. Its incredible what they built centuries ago....More

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    Reviewed December 22, 2017 via mobile
    It is a nice and spectacular architecture.

    It is a nice and spectacular architecture, worth visit if you come to Burirum. It is up to the mountain and if you would like to visit another castle. There is offer the package at the discount price. Each places need at least an hour...More

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    Reviewed December 21, 2017
    Impressive, but make sure to visit the second temple too!

    The bigger of the Khmer tempels in Thailand, it draws a lot of tourists. Nestled on top of an extinct volcano, it really gives a powerful impression. The state of the ruins also really enables you to visualize what it was supposed to be so...More

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    Reviewed December 13, 2017
    Great alternative to Angkor wat

    This place is much better than Angkor wat. Located in Thailand, Buriram province, not far from Cambodian border. Instead for wasting your time and money for Angkor wat, I recommend you spend it for this place, design and architecture is quite similar, and here is...More

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    You can hire a mini van with driver for a day for around B1000 or $300. Once you get to the site you have to buy tickets for a pick up truck ride to the top.
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