Prasat Phanom Wan
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A quiet Khmer stone sanctuary on the outskirts of Korat, with a well-preserved sandstone main hall and galleries and few visitors.
Prasat Phanom Wan lies about 15 km northeast of central Korat. Built between the 9th and 11th centuries, it was originally a Shiva temple and later became a Buddhist temple. The gray sandstone main sanctuary, front hall and galleries retain clear outlines, with finely carved door frames and window lattices, and locals still worship the Buddha images inside. It is smaller than Phimai, but sees few tourists, making it a good choice for those who want to explore another Khmer site without going far; it can also be visited on the way to Phimai. Open roughly 7:00–18:00. There is no direct public transport, so hire a car or ride a motorbike.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Wat Sala Loi
- Wat Phayap
- Thao Suranari Monument & Chumphon Gate
- Save One Market
- Dan Kwian Pottery Village
- Nakhon Ratchasima Zoo (Korat Zoo)
- Korat Fossil Museum (Petrified Wood Museum)
- Ban Prasat Archaeological Site