Attractions in Nakhon Ratchasima: Phimai Historical Park, Phimai District | Nakhon Ratchasima

This is an important historical site in Thailand. It is a Mahayana Buddhist religious site approximately 1,000 years old, built during the ancient Khmer Empire.

Phimai Historical Park also contains many other important ancient sites, including the Naga Bridge, whose railings are adorned with seven-headed serpents; gateways; cloisters; the main temple; pavilions; Brahmin towers; the Phrom That prang; and others.

Phimai Historical Park, Nakhon Ratchasima: Take a stroll and retrace history.

Phimai Historical Park, located in Phimai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, is the largest ancient Khmer stone temple in Thailand (Baphuon style), built between the 16th and 18th centuries CE. Its highlights include the main white sandstone prang (tower) and the Naga bridge.

Highlights and attractions near Phimai Historical Park.

Phimai Stone Castle: See the main prang, Phrommathat prang, Hin Daeng prang, and cloister.

Naga Bridge and Gateway: The main entrance before reaching the main temple.

Phimai National Museum: Repository of ancient artifacts, including carvings and the original structure of Prang Phromthat.

Sai Ngam: A natural tourist attraction with a dense concentration of large banyan trees.

Thung Samrit Heroism Memorial: A place to pay homage to Miss Boonlue.

Ku Prapachai (Old Hospital): A small historical site.

Best time: Morning or evening to avoid the heat.

Getting there: Approximately 60 kilometers from Korat city center.

Address: Anantachinda Road, Nai Mueang Subdistrict, Phimai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province

Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Zscqf39VsPCkoNpG9

Open for visits: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Open daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Admission fee for Thai citizens: 20 baht.