There is something quite mystical about the Prasat Hing Phimai, a historical park in Phimai, in the Thai province Nakhon Ratchasima. It is one of the largest Khmer temple complexes in the country. The area is one kilometre long and over half a kilometre wide.
The buildings date back to the 11th and 12th centuries. The Khmer civilization was generally Hindu, but the temple was built in the Buddhist style. It is interesting to note that the entrance points south towards Angkor, instead of to the east as other Khmer temples.
There are three main temple structures with Prasat Hin Phimai at the centre, symbolizing Meru Mountain, home of the Gods. It is where you’ll find the replica of a Buddha image. Sandstone buildings with intricate carvings and inlays will transport you back in time. Don’t be afraid of the two stone lions standing guard at the entry or the naga-shaped sculptures of the bridge. They symbolize the transition from the real world to the temporal.
By bus:
Take a bus from Bangkok’s Northern bus terminal Morchit to Nakhon Ratchasima town, from where you take a local bus to Phimai.
Take the local bus from Nakhon Ratchasima Terminal 2 to Phimai. It is a journey of 59.6 km that is covered in 1 hour 30 minutes and costs 50 THB.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Waiting Time
Entrance Fee
Phimai Historical Park:
Admission: 100 THB
Phimai National Museum:
Admission: 30 THB
Time you can spend
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