Nakhon Ratchasima Travel Guide

 
by Willettsworld
 
  •   Things to Do
    by Willettsworld
  • Candle Festival in Korat
      Candle Festival in Korat
    by Wann
  •   Nakhon Ratchasima
    by pres_16
  • Thao Suranaree Monument
      Thao Suranaree Monument
    by pres_16
  • Somtom Talay
      Somtom Talay
    by pres_16
 

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Things to Do  

Korat Zoo

Korat Zoo, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Wann Says:  I'm not actually a fan of zoo but I admit I always have a good time visiting Korat Zoo. This is a great place to spend the day with family & kids. Korat Zoo or Nakhon Ratchasima Zoo located about 20 km south of Korat city. It is one of the major zoo in Thailand and one of... 

Khorat Zoo

Khorat Zoo, Nakhon Ratchasima

 pattayaraj Says:  Or full name as Nakhon Rachasima Zoo.This zoo is a special one where have Africa animals called "Big five" included Africa elephant,Wild buffalo,rhino,leopard and lion.Moreover,there're some interesting animals like white rhino,black tiger,camel and Thai sarus crane... 

Chok Chai Farm

Chok Chai Farm, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Wann Says:  The most popular place along highway no2 before visitors reach Korat, always make a stop at Farm Chok Chai. It is one of the largest and most innovative in Asia. It provides a full range of consultant services and is the only one breeding dairy cows for export to neighboring... 

Thao Suranaree Monument

Thao Suranaree Monument, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Wann Says:  Thao Suranaree or Khun Ying Mo or, we call her shortly as Ya Mo which means grandmother Mo. She's the heroine of Korat history and we consider ourselves as her grandchildren. The monument located in central of Korat City, was built in 1933, made of black copper, 1.85 metres... 

Phimai

Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  Once a part of the sprawling Khmer empire, Phimai, located 60km north-east of Khorat, was once directly connected by road to the capital of Angkor and was considered to be an integral part of the empire, seeing a steady stream of traders and religious travellers passing... 

Wat Phra Yap

Wat Phra Yap, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  I walked past this temple which had an intriguing sign saying "Amazing Cave In The City" and I had to go in and investigate. A monk showed me around the ground floor of a building that was completely decked out in stalactites and stalagmites which have been stuck to the... 

Maha Viravong National Museum

Maha Viravong National Museum, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  Tucked behind the King Rama IX Commemorative Library, this museum feels like it hasn't been updated since it opened in 1954. The collection of religious statues is interesting but the wood, bronze and stone Buddhas seem to jostle each other for elbowroom. The building was... 

City Pillar

City Pillar, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  A Lak Mueang or City pillar is found in most cities of Thailand. Usually housed in a shrine which is also believed to house the city spirit deity, Chao Pho Lak Meuang, it is held in high esteem by the citizens of the town. They are, like this one, located right in the... 

City gates & moat

City gates & moat, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  The old city of Khorat is surrounded by a wide moat and once was also surrounded by walls. Today only four gates remain with the Chumphon Gate in the west being the only original one. The others are recent rebuilds. There's also an imposing structure at the northern-west... 

Thao Suranari Memorial

Thao Suranari Memorial, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  In 1826, the Lao army invaded Khorat. With the assistant governor away, his wife Khunying Mo, stepped up to lead the defence. She organised Thai soldiers and villagers alike to take up arms and together they defeated the bigger, stronger invaders. The reigning monarch of the... 

Hotels  

Rachaphruk Grand Hotel

 4 Reviews and 4 Opinions  In the heart of Nakhon Ratchasima, the Rachaphruk Grand Hotel provides the ultimate in personalized... 

Kirimaya

 1 Review and 98 Opinions  The name 'Kirimaya' means 'illusion of mountain' which suitably describes the refreshing character... 

Restaurants  

Sibsongpanna: Northern Style

Sibsongpanna: Northern Style, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Wann Says:  I love the atmosphere feeling like sitting in the garden, at the terrace. They also have air con room. I had a table by the pond in the middle of the area. They have live folk music. There are many thai dishes on the menu and some northern dishes. 

Restaurant beside Chophaya Inn: Don't know it's name!

Restaurant beside Chophaya Inn: Don't know it's name!, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  I don't know the name of this place but I know it's located next to the Chophaya Inn. It's more of a place to have a drink where waitresses serve you in tight green Heineken dresses! I had a nice Thai green chicken curry with rice and a huge amount of shrimp crackers. 

Transportation  

Bus from Vientiane to Nakhon Ratchasima

Bus from Vientiane to Nakhon Ratchasima, Nakhon Ratchasima

 yoyoywy Says:  It's possible to take a bus crossing the border between Lao and Thailand. You can take the 9am bus in Vientiane Khua Din bus station which is next to the morning market/Talat Sao shopping mall.It's a comfortable and safe bus. The bus ride takes around 7.5 hours with several... 

Bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima

Bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima, Nakhon Ratchasima

 pres_16 Says:  From Mochit Bus Terminal in Bangkok is a comfortable bus to Korat. Go to upper floor (don't remember now) of the terminal building to buy the ticket.Travel time is about 3 hrs, the bus maintains a low speed. If you are not staying long in Korat, take the early bus to get to... 

Train to Nakhon Ratchasima

Train to Nakhon Ratchasima, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Wann Says:  In Korat City, there are 2 railway stations. - The main one is Nakhon Ratchasima Railway Station. It's the one you will reach first if you travel from Bangkok, about 1 km. from central of the town. - Another station is in central of the town name Chi Ra Station, it is also a... 

Bus to Phimai

Bus to Phimai, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  Phimai is easy to get to by taking a bus from the terminal 2 bus station, to the north of Khorat city centre. It takes about an hour and costs around 50 baht. Buses depart every 30 minutes between 5am and 7pm. There is no direct route to Phimai outside of Khorat and all... 

Bus to Cambodia

Bus to Cambodia, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  It's possible to take a bus from Khorat to the Cambodian border at Aranya Prathet. Buses depart at 06:30, 09:00, 11:00. 13:00. 15:00 and 17:30 and cost 205 baht. There's a map on the wall beside where the bus departs (at No.26) which shows the route and place names in... 

Shopping  

Tesco-Lotus: A vast Tescos...

Tesco-Lotus: A vast Tescos..., Nakhon Ratchasima

 jrs1234 Says:  British visitors may be somewhat surprised to see a huge branch of the UK-based chain here in the North-East of Thailand. Here it is, nontheless, and it's proving to be a hit with the locals. There's the usual large range of food and drink - in particular it's a good place... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Visit Beautiful Temple in Sikhio District

Visit Beautiful Temple in Sikhio District, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Wann Says:  This temple is fairly new, easily notice while travelling from Bangkok to Korat as it located beside the highway no.2 Mitraprap Rd in area of Sikhio district. The main reason people visit here as to pay respect to the biggest image of Luang Phor To enshrince inside the big... 

Wat Salaloi

Wat Salaloi, Nakhon Ratchasima

 Willettsworld Says:  This temple, which is located outside the north-east of the old city, was founded by Thao Suranari and her husband in 1827. Her ashes are interred here along with a statue which is very similar in design to her memorial near the Chumphon Gate. The modern bot was built in... 

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