This is my first time that I had ever visited Isarn or the northeastern region of Thailand during October, 2012. And , Wat Phra That Phanom was my first trip that I had visited to Nakornphanom Province. Also, I visited there accompany with my close friend. But, It's quite faraway from Bangkok. If you would like to visit here. I recommend you to reach here by air. There are some airline reach to Nakornphanom Province such as Airasia, Nokair , and Orient Thai airline . If you would like to save your money I recommend you to come by bus. you just take 8 or 9 hours to reach here.
Wat Phra That Phanom is the holy area of the Phra That Phanom chedi, located in the district of the same name, in the southern part of Nakhon Phanom Province, northeastern Thailand. According to legend, this structure comprises the Buddha's breast bone, and as such, it is one of the most important Theravada Buddhist structures in the region. It was initially structured in the 16th century by the Laotian King Setthathirath of Lanxang. every year, a festival is held in That Phanom to honor the temple. This festival last for one week, during which thousands of people make pilgrimages to honor the sacred sanctuary.
However, Wat Phra That Phanom fell down in 1976, but was renovated with funds raised by public subscription, and from the government.
Date: 28/10/2012
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