Things to do and see in Nakhon Sawan: Foreign tourists usually only visit the city itself, especially the breathtaking, gilded, and extremely photogenic Wat Kiriwong, which sits atop a hill overlooking the city. The observation tower is also located on this small hill. Another major attraction in Nakhon Sawan is Bueng Boraphet Lake. Here, visitors can take boat tours to observe birds and admire the "sea of ​​red lotus flowers" during the flowering season. Adjacent to the lake is the Bueng Boraphet Aquarium, which specializes in freshwater fish. Furthermore—and this is a major draw for Thai tourists—Nakhon Sawan is also the source of the Chao Phraya River, Thailand's most important river, which flows through Bangkok and beyond. Don't miss Paradise Park or the Chao Pho Thepharak-Chao Mae Thapthim Chinese Shrine, nestled along the riverbank. Outside the city you will find interesting and unusual temples as well as the famous Khao Nor mountain – which I myself have not yet climbed.

Sights in Nakhon Sawan: Wat Khiriwong (วัดคีรีวงศ์) My rating: 5/5 stars. Located high atop a mountain right next to the city, this beautiful, golden Buddhist temple offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. An absolute must-see in Nakhon Sawan – otherwise you'll be missing out! Bueng Boraphet Lake (บึงบอระเพ็ด) My rating: 4/5 stars. This vast lake is a small paradise for nearly 200 species of animals, birds, and plants. You can take boat tours to observe the wildlife and visit the small "Sea of ​​Lotus" during the flowering season. Bueng Boraphet Aquarium (บึงบอระเพ็ดพิพิธภัณฑ์สัตว์น้ำ) My rating: 5/5 stars. This aquarium, with its remarkably low entrance fee, is located on the shores of Bueng Boraphet Lake and houses a wide variety of native freshwater fish species found in the Chao Phraya River and its tributaries, including some rare specimens. It is especially popular with children. Khao Nor Mountain (เขาหน่อ) My rating: 5/5 stars. This mountain, just under an hour's drive from Nakhon Sawan, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. But it's worth the effort, as the climb is quite strenuous! Do not attempt this alone under any circumstances!

Other places worth seeing in Nakhon Sawan: Nakhon Sawan Lookout Tower ★★★★ This 32-meter-high tower on Mount Khiriwong, overlooking the city of Nakhon Sawan and opposite Wat Khiriwong, offers an even more impressive view of the surrounding area than the temple itself, and also provides an unobstructed view of the temple.

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