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Phimai - Korat via Prasat Hin Phanom Wan.
A short ride of 71 km. Depart from Sai Ngam at 12.30 PM. Check into Siri Hotel Korat at 3.30 PM.
En route to Korat a visit to Prasat Hin Phanom Wan was in order.
It was also a convenient spot to hook up with an old mate, Harri the Finn, living in Korat, & once upon a time, a regular customer of the original GTR Library Service bookshop. Harri & I go back 35 years.
Lates 80s at "Rock Tower" at Nong Hoi / Mon Cham
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Harri & I, 35 years later, at Phanom Wan.
Prasat Hin Phanom Wan
Phanom Wan in 1979 from my backpacking days in the kingdom.
They've done a brilliant job restoring these ancient ruins.
Excavations at Phanom Wan indicate it has seen continuous use for at least 500 years.
Some brickworks excavated are believed to be from the 11th century & in the 13th-14th centuries a new stone building was constructed over the top?
Originally a Hindu temple to Shiva, the Khmer King Jayavarman VII converted it to a Buddhist temple.
Phanom Wan is the 5th largest Khmer temple in Thailand.
The main east-facing stupa was built of sandstone and connected to the cloister by a square path 25.50 m (83.7 ft) long and 10.20 m (33.5 ft) wide.
The stupa has three arched gateways. The north gate enshrines a standing Buddha statue in the posture of forgiveness according to the Ayutthaya style.
A laterite wall surrounds the sanctuary. In the southwest area, a sandstone stupa called "Prang Noi" with a large Buddha statue inside.
The area comprises a gopura (entrance) situated in the form of a tall tower in four directions.
The east side of the sanctuary features the trace of a baray (a reservoir surrounding the Khmer Hindu temple that is assumed to be a cosmic ocean in Hindu cosmology) and an earth hill.
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Two nights in Korat were most relaxing, catching up with Harri & hanging out.
The Siri Hotel was my place of stay.
It's an old hotel but comfy & with undercover parking.
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The beauty of the Siri is the location with some enjoyable eateries & cafes nearby.
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Info sources
www.orientalarchitecture.com
en.wikipedia.org
www.thailandguidebook.com
www.tourismthailand.org
Chiang Khong – Lower Esarn Meander July 2024. Part 11: Phimai
Phimai Historical Park Continued from https://www.gt-rider.com/se-asia-motorcycling/threads/chiang-khong-lower-esarn-meander-july-2024-part-10-si-thep-historical-world-heritage-park.16341/ Finished in Si Thep at 3pm it was time to wonder over to Phimai, the next destination. A distance of...
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Phimai - Korat via Prasat Hin Phanom Wan.
A short ride of 71 km. Depart from Sai Ngam at 12.30 PM. Check into Siri Hotel Korat at 3.30 PM.
En route to Korat a visit to Prasat Hin Phanom Wan was in order.
It was also a convenient spot to hook up with an old mate, Harri the Finn, living in Korat, & once upon a time, a regular customer of the original GTR Library Service bookshop. Harri & I go back 35 years.
Lates 80s at "Rock Tower" at Nong Hoi / Mon Cham
Mae Sa Valley
21st October 1978 On the way to Mae Rim / Mae Sa I think this is R107 the Chiang Mai - Mae Rim road. The Shell petrol station I think, was near the old immigration office, which became Chang Puak police & is now the Forsenic Police office. 1982 Country House in the Mae Sa Valley, one of my...
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Harri & I, 35 years later, at Phanom Wan.
Prasat Hin Phanom Wan
Phanom Wan in 1979 from my backpacking days in the kingdom.
They've done a brilliant job restoring these ancient ruins.
Excavations at Phanom Wan indicate it has seen continuous use for at least 500 years.
Some brickworks excavated are believed to be from the 11th century & in the 13th-14th centuries a new stone building was constructed over the top?
Originally a Hindu temple to Shiva, the Khmer King Jayavarman VII converted it to a Buddhist temple.
Phanom Wan is the 5th largest Khmer temple in Thailand.
The main east-facing stupa was built of sandstone and connected to the cloister by a square path 25.50 m (83.7 ft) long and 10.20 m (33.5 ft) wide.
The stupa has three arched gateways. The north gate enshrines a standing Buddha statue in the posture of forgiveness according to the Ayutthaya style.
A laterite wall surrounds the sanctuary. In the southwest area, a sandstone stupa called "Prang Noi" with a large Buddha statue inside.
The area comprises a gopura (entrance) situated in the form of a tall tower in four directions.
The east side of the sanctuary features the trace of a baray (a reservoir surrounding the Khmer Hindu temple that is assumed to be a cosmic ocean in Hindu cosmology) and an earth hill.
Prasat Hin Phanom Wan · 25GV+2FM, Nakhon Ratchasima 1005 Rural Rd., Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima, Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima District, Nakhon Ratchasima 30310, Thailand
âââââ · Historical landmark
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Two nights in Korat were most relaxing, catching up with Harri & hanging out.
The Siri Hotel was my place of stay.
It's an old hotel but comfy & with undercover parking.
Korat Accommodation
Siri Hotel An old hotel from 40? years ago, but conveniently located, central downtown Korat with undercover parking. Multiple room choices starting at 560 baht, but make sure you get a room with a window & sufficient space, as the bottom of the range room may not have a window, or a lot of...
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The beauty of the Siri is the location with some enjoyable eateries & cafes nearby.
Korat Restaurants
Monkey Bar The # 1 & only expat bar in Korat. Aircon, smart, clean, pool table, big TV, happy efficient service. https://maps.app.goo.gl/VKEk5yfCYxwq5zjs5
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Info sources
Prasat Phnom Wan, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
Photos and description of Prasat Phnom Wan, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
www.orientalarchitecture.com
Prasat Phanom Wan - Wikipedia
Khmer Heritage in Thailand ; the Khmer (Angkor) Empire
The Khmer Empire : Khmer monuments in Thailand at Phonomrung, Muang Tam, Muang Singh, Phimai
www.thaiwebsites.com
Prasat Phanom Wan
Prasat Phanom Wan is in Ban Makha, Tambon Pho, around 15 kilometres from the city on the Nakhon Ratchasima-Khon Kaen road. A sign on the right shows the way on a road 5 kilometres more. This is a…
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Prasat Phanomwan
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