Nakhon Phanom Festivals Phrathat Phanom Fair (งานมนมัสการพระธาตุพนม) The annual celebration is scheduled to be held from the 10th day of the waxing moon to the 1st day of the waning moon of the 3rd lunar month. It is an important celebration for the people of Nakhon Phanom and nearby provinces. Illuminated Boat Procession (Huea Fai)...

Tourism Sights Wat Okat Si Bua Ban (วัดโอกาสศรีบัวบาน). The temple houses two ancient Buddha statues ‘Phra Tio’ and ‘Phra Thiam’, which are situated together. Phra Tio, 60 cm. high, was carved from ‘Tio’ wood and later covered with gold plate. Wat Si Thep Pradittharam (วัดศรีเทพประดิษฐาราม). Besides housing beautiful murals regarding the Lord Buddha’s...

Parks & Gardens Riverside Promenade Fancy a walk along the mighty and famous Mekong River? Visitors can stroll along the riverside promenade parallel to the Mekong River and enjoy the view across the river of Tha Khaek City against the mountainous backdrop. The view is spectacular in the evening as the sun sets over the mountains on the other side of the river. Operating day: Daily Operating time: 24 Hour Category: Parks &...

Village, Community Ban Nong Chan Old Town This is the only site where it is possible to see the brick ruins and a number of large trees that are over a hundred years old. Archeological evidence reveals that the place was formerly the camp site of Phraya Chiangsa who led his troops from Vientiane to assist Tao Kumsing in the fight to liberate Tao Kumsing’s Kingdom from Tao Gugnews control. This old town is located about 5 kilometers from...

Mountain (Doi), Golf course Phu Kratae Golf Club Located in the compound of Nakhon Phanom Technical School, Nitayo Road, Nakhon Phanom 48000, golf lovers may call 042 511177 for reservation or more details. Operating day: Daily Operating time: 08.00 – 17.00 Category: Mountain (Doi), Golf course Language Support:...

Beaches & Bay Gold Beach Sri Kord Tra Boon Gold Beach Sri Kord Tra Boon is a freshwater beach that appears only during the dry season from February to April when it extends to the middle of the Mekong River almost reaching the river bank on the Laos side. This beach is another excellent place from which to enjoy the river view from dusk to dawn. Operating day: Daily Operating time: 24 Hour Category: Beaches & Bay Language Support:...

National Parks & Marine Reserves, Mountain (Doi) Phu Langka National Park This park is in the Langka Mountain Range, 6 kilometres from Ban Phaeng district and comprises 2 waterfalls. Namtok Tat Kham is located near the park office. This small 4-tiered waterfall is superb for relaxation. Namtok Tat Pho, which can be seen from the highway paralleling the Mekong River, is located 11 kilometers from Ban Phaeng and 5 kilometers from Tat Kham...

Churches Saint Anna Nong Saeng Church Saint Anna Church is located on Sonthornvijit Road which runs parallel to the dame in front of the city of Nakhon Phanom. The church was built in 1926 by a Catholic priest. The church stands as a symbol of an international city that welcomes inhabitants from all walks of life. Before Christmas eve, Christians will make different styles of stars and put them together in the church. Operating day:...