Phanom Rung Stone Castle Park 🏰

Address - Amphoe Chaloem Phra Kiat, Buriram Province 🏔️ Atmosphere/Location - Phanom Rung Historical Park or Phanom Rung Stone Castle is located in Amphoe Chaloem Phra Kiat, Buriram Province. It is an ancient site located on Phanom Rung Mountain, an extinct volcano, approximately 200 meters above the ground. The word Phanom Rung comes from the Khmer language, the word Vanamrung means a large mountain. It was built in the style of ancient Khmer art, which is one of the most beautiful. Phanom Rung Stone Castle is one of the most famous Khmer stone castles in Thailand. It is an important tourist attraction and an important symbol of Buriram Province. Phanom Rung Stone Castle was built in the Hindu Shaivism religion, which worships Shiva as the supreme god to be a temple for Shiva. On April 3-5 and September 8-10 of every year, the sun rises, shining through all 15 doors. Villagers will walk up to see the magnificence that combines nature and the constructions of their ancestors. In addition, on March 6-8 and October 6-8 of every year, the sun will shine through all 15 doors. It is believed that this phenomenon is a sacred phenomenon. Receiving sunlight through the Shiva Linga, which is located in the middle of Phanom Rung Castle, is a way to increase life energy and bring good fortune to yourself and your family. 💰Average price per person - 20 baht/person 🚗Travel - Private cars and chartered cars are very convenient. #Phanom Rung Castle