That Phanom
Thailand · Changwat Nakhon PhanomTH
Thai Buddhist Temple in Southern part of Nakhon Phanom, Thailand
Wat Phra That Phanom is a Buddhist temple in the That Phanom District in the south of Nakhon Phanom Province, all within the Isan region of Thailand near the Lao border. According to local legend, the temple contains in the pagoda the Phra Uranghathat (พระอุรังคธาตุ)/Phra Ura (พระอุระ)/Buddha's breast bones. As such, it is one of the most important structures for Theravada Buddhists and the most important Buddhist site in the province, with an annual week-long festival being held in the town of That Phanom to honour the temple. The festival attracts thousands of people who make pilgrimages to the shrine. In Thai folk Buddhism, Wat Phra That Phanom is a popular pilgrimage destination for those born in the year of the Monkey.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 718,786
- Coordinates
- 16.936, 104.710
- Timezone
- Asia/Bangkok
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of That Phanom
Set in Changwat Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, That Phanom is a busy regional city. Its resident count stands at approximately 718,786. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are culture. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in That Phanom
Culture in That Phanom
(1)Looking for culture? That Phanom has Ancient Ruins. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for That Phanom.
Getting there & around
Big-city infrastructure means That Phanom is both easy to reach and easy to navigate. Set your clock to Asia/Bangkok on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near That Phanom that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is That Phanom known for?
- Travellers associate That Phanom with culture. It sits in Changwat Nakhon Phanom, Thailand and counts about 718,786 residents.
- What can you do in That Phanom?
- That Phanom is tagged with Ancient Ruins, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is That Phanom located?
- That Phanom belongs to Changwat Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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