Monument of Thao Suranari

Or Khun Ying Mo is situated in front of the old gate of "Pratu Chumpon" on the west side of the city. This monument was erected in 1934 to commemorate the heroic deed of Khun Ying Mo, wife of the Deputy Governor of Khorat during the reign of King Rama III, who managed to save the city from the invasion of the Laotian army led by Prince Anuwong of Vientiane. Every year from March 23 to April 3, there is a celebration to honour this statue which draws thousands of people from town and neighbouring provinces.

Lam Takhong Dam

Lies 62 kilometres before reaching the town on Highway No. 2. The construction had stared in 1964 and finished 4 years later. The lake-like reservoir can contain up to 300 million cum of water and irrigated 238000 rais of paddy field.

Khao Yai National Park

At Km 165.5 on Highway No.2 covers an area of 2168 sq km in four provinces, Nakhon Ratchasima, Nakhon Nayok, Sara Buri, and Prachin Buri. The Park comprises various mountains, two important rivers of Lam Takhong and Nakhon Nayok, with many rare species of fauna and flora and over 20 waterfalls. Accommodation near the national park are available.

Prasat Hin Phimai

Is the largest sandstones sanctuary in Thailand almost situated in the centre of Phimai Ancient city which carries a rectangular shape of 665 meters wide and 1030 meters long. The Sanctuary has been magnificently restored and renovated ruins and has been preserved as a National Historical Park.

The principal sanctuary is a tower (Prasat) surrounded by four porches with an ante-chamber leading into each porch. On the terraces of the pyramidal roof, which is supported by Garudas, guardian figures, are interspersed with Nagas.

Of special interest is a carved stone door-lintel depicting a divine figure, dressed in an elephant skin worn upside down, who dances on a pair of prostrate figures, on either side of this figures, on either side of this figure are wows of seated Buddha images dress in a royal attire, while below them are rows of dancing celestial figures.

Also on the way to Phimai is Phimai National Museum housing valuable historial objects and archaeological remains found in the region.

Other Khmer ruins within Nakhon Ratchasima include prasat Hin Phanom Wan located about 20 kilometres from town. Prasat Hin nang Ram some 80 kilometres northeast of Khorat in Amphoe Prathai. Prang Ban Ku and Prang Side, all of which are similar to Phimai ruins but somewhat smaller.

Dan Kwian

Situated on Highway No. 24 about 14 kilometres from the city of Nakhon Ratchasima is a village noted for the unique pottery widely used for interior and outdoor decoration. The clay at Dan Kwian has a specially marvelous quality of tough, ductile texture and the colour of rust which are beyond comparison and the quantity is fantastic. Such clay cannot be found anywhere else but Dan Kwian and when added with proper heating process and attractive design, the eartheares are irresistible.

Amphoe Pak Thong Chai

Itself is also noted fro its finest silk. The town is situated about 32 kilometres from Nakhon Ratchasima along Highway No. 304

Lam Phra Pholeng Dam

Is situated in Amphoe Pak Thong Chai on a side road some 28 kilometres from the main highway. From the Dam boats can also be hired to go another 23 kilometres up the reservoir to Namtok Pak Thong Chai(waterfall) or Nomtok Khlong Ki. Here is another spot for retreat and relaxation.

Phimai Boat Racing