ATTRACTION

Home
Destination Guide

PHETCHABUN

Back

Huai Pa Daeng Reservoir, Phetchabun The Huai Pa Daeng Reservoir was created by the dam constructed to block the waterway to the west of town for irrigation purposes. Some 8 kilometres from town on Highway No. 2006, it is a pleasant place for recreation and picnic with scenic natural views in the background, particularly in the morning and late afternoon.

City Pillar Shrine, Phetchabun Phetchabun's City Pillar Shrine has been brought over from the ancient town of Si Thep and is considered the oldest such structure in Thailand.

Pho Khun Pha Mueang Memorial, Phetchabun The Pho Khun Pha Muang Memorial at Lom Sak district in the north of Phetchabun commemorates this former ruler or the area, which was a contemporary of Sukhothai.

Rai B.N., Phetchabun Rai B.N. is a private agriculture plantation growing cold-climate crops, including various flowers which alternately bloom throughout the year. It is situated on the route to Khao Kho 3 kilometres from Ban Camp Son and fruit-based items for sale.

Khao Kho, Phetchabun Khao Kho is made up of mountain ranges to northwest of town about 1,174 metres above mean sea level covered in the main by deciduous plants. Very cold during November-February, it once was the base room which communist insurgents conducted their struggles against the authorities during 1968-1982. Today it is accessible via two routes; off Highway No. 12 (Phitsanulok - Lom Sak) at Ban Camp Son with a further distance of 30 kilometres of off highway No. 21 at Ban Na Ngua, about 13 kilometres from town with a further distance of 30 kilometres. Both routes wind through considerably steep terrain. Interesting places include various viewing points, remains of communist bases and buildings, war memorial, arms museum, a Chedi containing Holy Relic and the Si Dit waterfall. Accommodation at Khao Kho: There is a large number of accommodation to be chosen. Most of them will be in Thung Samo Sub-district and Camp Son, approximately 30 kilometres from the attractions on Khao Kho. The nearest one is the Cavalry Guesthouse at Km. 28 on Highway 2196, 28th Cavalry Division and bungalows for accompanying persons near the Khao Kho Palace and Khao Ya. Moreover, there are many resorts by the route ascending to Khao Kho.

Ban Thap Boek, Phetchabun Thap Boek is located at Mu 14, Wang Ban Sub-district. It is a Hmong village. Geographically, it lies at the 1,768 meters above sea level claimed as the highest point of Phetchabun Province. It is mountainous from the starting point up to the village with chilly climate throughout the year. It is also a reservation venue for the rain used in the ceremony of casting a spell onto the holy water for the Celebrations on the Auspicious Occasion of His Majesty the King’s 72nd Birthday Anniversary 5th December 1999. At Ban Thap Boek, vegetables, especially cabbage, will be planted with no watering due to 2 seasons; namely, the rainy season and winter. Moreover, when the mountain top is filled with Cherry blossoms from December till January, it is also the best season to travel. During the rainy season, it is misty during both daytime and nighttime. Therefore, it is sometimes called “the Misty Town”, where the event “Climb up to Thap Boek, Experience the Coolness and Watch the Stars on the Ground” is organised because the night time scenery of Lomsak and Lomkao town as it twinkles from the electric lights like stars on the earth. Accommodation The Phetchabun Tourism Association has provided bungalows and rental tents for tourists. In the case visitors bring their own tents, a camping site fee will be charged. For further information, contact the Phetchabun Tourism Association, Tel. 0 5670 9026, 08 1680 0223. To get there From Phetchabun, take Highway No. 21 to Lom Sak District for 40 kilometres. At Lom Sak District, take Highway No. 203 for 13 kilometres and turn left into Lom Kao District and proceed further for 5 kilometres, passing Ban Wang Ban. Go straight on until the end of the road, turn left into Highway 1143 for 1 kilometre, and turn right into Highway 2331, passing Huai Nam Rin Village until Km. 18-19, prior to the checkpoint to the park. There will be a direction sign into Thap Boek Village, turn right and go further for 4 kilometres. (Note: The route is very steep and curving. Visitors should travel by a vehicle with high engine power and with special caution.)

Wat Si Mongkhon or Wat Na Sai, Phetchabun Wat Si Mongkhon or Wat Na Sai is located at Mu 3, Ban Na Sai, Wang Ban Sub-district on the Wang Ban Intersection – Cho Wo Route. It is an ancient temple of Phetchabun. The interesting point of this temple is its mural paintings inside the Ubosot, depicting the Jataka stories, the Heaven and Hell, and those reflecting the local lifestyles in the past such as occupations and junk trade. To get there Take the Lom Kao – Wang Ban Route for 3 kilometres from Lom Kao District. There will be a 1-kilometre path into Na Sai village.

Namtok Than Thip Forest Park, Phetchabun Namtok Than Thip Forest Park is in Bung Namtao Sub-district and Bung Khla Sub-district, covering an area of Khao Plok Lon National Forest Reserve and Pa Khao Pa Ko – Wang Chomphu National Forest Reserve. It is a source of tributaries flowing into the Pa Sak River. It is a high mountain range with abundant plants. Fauna that can be seen include jungle fowls, bamboo rats, jungle cats, and butterflies. The overall area of the park is approximately 8,750 rai. Interesting attractions within the forest park are as follows: Exhibition Centre is a venue providing basic information and knowledge, located at the Office of Namtok Than Thip Forest Park. Kaeng Nam Wing is the first spot that tourists can experience the beauty of the forest. At this rapids, water will flow against and erode the rocks, while visitors can swim. Kaeng Maduea stands a large number of Maduea or fig trees, with rocks rising up in the middle of the vigorous stream. Tat Chomphu is a venue for relaxation with a large stone terrace and a big basin, appropriate for swimming. Kaeng Pha Iang is similar to a cliff bending backward with a large terrace. It can be swum in the current flowing against the rocks. Namtok Than Thip is 1,400 metres from the Office of the Park. It is a beautiful and large 1-tier waterfall with a height of 26 metres, a width of 30 metres and water running throughout the year, suitable for relaxation. Wang Nam Rin ’s shape is similar to the head of an elephant. It is the source of various kinds of ferns such as Bird’s Nest ferns and Adiantum or Maiden hair ferns. It is located near the viewpoint spot where the scenery of the upper part of Namtok Than Thip can be seen clearly. The park has organised interesting activities for tourists such as the Nature Study Route. Many kinds of birds and butterflies can be seen along the route of 3 kilometres. It takes approximately 3 hours to walk the route. Accommodation The park does not provide any accommodation, but a camping site and tents for tourists. A tent can serve 2 persons. Otherwise, visitors can bring their own tents. Contact for further information on how to get there and accommodation at Tel. 0 5671 8705, 08 9080 0111. To Get There From Mueang Phetchabun, take Highway No. 21, Phetchabun – Lom Sak Route for approximately 28 kilometres. At Km. 250 turn to the Ban Bung Namtao Intersection, turn left along the Ban Bung Namtao – Thung Samo Route, Khao Kho District, for 4 kilometres until reaching Mo Phan 28 T-junction. Turn left for 25 metres into Highway No. 2302, Ban Bung Namtao – Thung Samo Route. Then, turn left again for around 1 kilometre and turn to the Office of Namtok Than Thip Forest Park for 1.5 kilometres to the waterfall.

Tham Ruesi Sombat, Phetchabun Tham Ruesi Sombat is situated at Ban Tham Sombat, Bung Namtao Sub-district, 36 kilometres from Phetchabun. During the period when Field Marshall Plaek Pibulsongkram was Prime Minister, the government acclaimed the Regulations on the Administration of the Phetchabun Municipality B.E. 2487 and established the Ministry of Treasury at Tham Ruesi Sombat, which was used as a place to collect the treasures of the country during that period. At present, the buildings cannot be seen except the cave where some traces of construction can be noticed. To get there: From Phetchabun, take Highway No. 21, from Km. 251-252, there will be a direction sign to the entrance of the cave at the junction opposite the entrance to the Phetchabun Airport, and go further for 6.5 kilometres.

Khao Kho Agricultural Industry Co., Ltd...., Phetchabun Khao Kho Agricultural Industry Co., Ltd. under the Royal Development Project of the Khek River is located at Mu 1, Ruen Ruedi Intersection, Sado Phong Sub-district. It covers an area of 35 rai, comprising 3 manufacturing buildings; namely, Building 1, for preserved canned agricultural products, Building 2, a baked dry building with a solar machine for baking, which is a demonstration project on the usage of the solar cell in industry, and Building 3, a tissue culture building for research or the reproduction of quality agricultural produce. Moreover, there is The Plants Experiment and Research Station for Industry. It covers an area of 30 rai, located at Ban Kong Niam. Besides, the Organic Farming School is also constructed to support the production of bio-organic fertilizer. Products for sale are vegetables, fruits, and canned fruit juices such as passionfruit, grapes, tomatoes, tamarind; vegetables, fruit, dried spices and herbs such as basil, lemongrass, fingerroot, and tamarind. Please contact 1 week in advance for a group visit by submitting a letter to the Director, Khao Kho Agricultural Industry Co., Ltd. , Sado Phong Sub-district, Khao Kho District, Phetchabun 67270, Tel. 0 5672 8118-9.

Noen Mahatsachan, PhetchabunNoen Mahatsachan is located at Km. 17.5, Na Ngua – Sado Phong Road on Highway 2258. After driving to this spot, stop the engine, the car will move back up the hill by itself. This happening is from an illusion because when measuring the height of both spots, the hill’s height is lower than that of the path to the hill.

Chedi Phra Borommasaririkkathat Khao Kho, Phetchabun Chedi Phra Borommasaririkkathat Khao Kho is located on the summit next to the Khao Kho International Library, Ban Kong Niam, Mu 4, Tambon Khao Kho. At the summit of the chedi contains the relics of the Lord Buddha brought from Sri Lanka. The chedi was built by the people of Phetchabun as merit making for the King on the auspicious occasion of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of His Majesty’s Accession to the Throne, as well as, to be an object of worship for Buddhists. On significant religious days, tourists and people will come to conduct a religious ceremony at this place such as a candlelight procession around the temple.

Khao Kho International Library, Phetchabun Khao Kho International Library is situated at a similar location as Phra Borommathat Chedi Kanchanaphisek. It is a large library designed into the shape of an upside down diamond. It was constructed with a reflecting mirror. The library collects both Thai and international books. During December of every year, there is an organisation of the festival “The Meeting with the Ambassadors at Khao Kho” by inviting ambassadors from various countries to come and witness the cultural performances of the province.

Ban Phu Toei Hot Spring Park, Phetchabun Ban Phu Toei Hot Spring Park is located at Mu 2, Phu Toei Sub-district, on Highway No. 21 (Saraburi - Lom Sak Road). It is a natural hot spring, emerging to the surface. The area has been developed into a health tourism attraction and a relaxing venue. There are daily services of mineral water bathing, spa, body massage, and foot massage provided from 9.00 a.m. – 8.00 p.m. For further information, contact Tel. 08 1571 7524, 08 4048 8131.

Bueng Sam Phan, Phetchabun Bueng Sam Phan is located at Sap Samo Thot Sub-district, 5 kilometres from Bueng Sam Phan District Office, covering an area of 323 rai. It is a 3 kilometre-long canal with clear water throughout the year. It is a pond for agricultural purposes and for fish breeding. By the pond lie restaurants. Every year during November, Bueng Sam Phan District will organise a long-tailed boat race competing for the HRH Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn’s Cup. To get there: From Phetchabun, take Highway No. 21, passing Ban Wang Chomphu and Nong Phai District into Bueng Sam Phan District at the intersection at Km. 340-341. There will be a direction sign pointing to Bueng Sam Phan for 3 kilometres.

Nong Nari Arboretum, Phetchabun Nong Nari Arboretum or Pha Mueang Arboretum is on Nari Phatthana Road, Mu 5, Sadiang Sub-district near the Phetchabun Municipal Stadium, 2 kilometres from Mueang Phetchabun. Inside the arboretum lies a large lotus pond suitable for relaxation due to its shady atmosphere. Visitors can drive around the pond. There are also restaurants provided.

Khao Rang, Phetchabun It is a viewpoint where the panoramic scenery can be admired. It is on the Phetchabun – Taphan Hin route. This road was constructed during World War II, and could be considered as a way to access Phetchabun. During the construction period, there were difficulties. Many of the workers passed away due to malaria.

Wat Mahathat, Phetchabun Wat Mahathat is located on Nikon Bamrung Road in town. The temple houses a number of ancient chedis of Sukhothai style.

Phu Hin Rong Kla, Phetchabun

Lom Sak District is the starting point to go to Phu Hin Rong Kla to the west. As the route is quite steep, extreme care should be exercised in driving. Phu Hin Rong Kla is a popular destination located along the Phitsanulok and Phetchabun borders and offers exotic scenery. It was once the base of communists’ resurgents fighting against the government some twenty years ago.

1/2

Back