Surin is already considered Thailand's silk paradise. But in the small village of Ban Tha Sawang, the artful and exquisite Chansoma silk in gold brocade has brought even greater fame to the province. Chansoma is an extremely complex silk, woven with the utmost precision. The diverse and intricate traditional Thai patterns for Chansoma are created from the finest and most delicate silk threads from the innermost part of the silkworm's cocoon.

Four to five weavers are needed to produce this silk. It is part of the Silk Weaving Restoration Project, an initiative of Her Majesty Queen Regent Sirikit, which aims to revive the long-lost traditional Thai silk weaving craft. The village is open to visitors who wish to see Chansoma silk production for themselves.

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Sights near Surin

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Phanom Sawai Forest Park is a religious landmark in Surin. A three-peaked mountain is home to various deities, Buddha statues, and a variety of auspicious symbols. It's an ideal place for walking and relaxation.

Prasat Ta Muen Thom is the largest Khmer structure within the Prasat Ta Muen historical park and an archaeological treasure surrounded by lush forests of the Dangrek Mountains on the Thai-Cambodian border.

Ban Ta Klang Elephant Village, known as the largest elephant village in the world, is a place where Surin's indigenous tribes live in natural coexistence with their elephants. Nearby are the Wang Thalu viewpoint and an elephant museum.