Phetchabun Travel Guide
Phetchabun is wedged between Thailand's northern and central regions. The region is known for its mountains and forests as well as for its orchards of tamarind trees. Trekking through Pa Sak River Valley is the most popular tourist activity.
- Worth It?
- Phetchabun is worthwhile for natural lovers and history buffs.
- What to Do
- visit the historical park, trek in the forests, picnic at Tat Mok Waterfall.
- Best Time to Go
- during the cool season between December and February.
- How Long?
- Two days is enough to see the countryside.
- Trivia
- Phetchabun's Si Thep pillar is the oldest preserved structure in Thailand.
The weather is ideal for outdoor activities so Phetchabun's visitors usually head out to the waterfalls and scenic areas in the surrounding mountains. This area was a staging ground for conflict between Thai nationalists and communist insurgents during the 1970s, and remnants of old military bases are scattered throughout the pine forests.
The most striking attraction is Si Thep Historical Park, an ancient settlement that dates to the 600s AD. This was before Buddhism was established in Southeast Asia so the temple ruins show signs of Hindu worship. A pillar from Si Thep was transported to Mahathat Temple in the city center.
Travel to Phetchabun - Getting There
There are no airports in the immediate area. Phetchabun can be reached by bus from Chiang Mai. The journey takes several hours on steep and mountainous roads so it's best to book a seat on a comfortable VIP coach. The airport in Chiang Mai offers a range of international and domestic connections including links to Bangkok's better served international airport.
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