I was invited by locals from Ban kruat to visit Phanom Rung. I did not know what to expect however was amazed by the size and serenity of these ruins. Take your time to sit and ponder there is many places to explore during your...More

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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