Phimai Travel Guide
The small town of Phimai is located in the northeast of Thailand in the province of Nakhon Ratchasima. The city has a population of approximately 10,000 residents and is home to significant Khmer ruins.
- Worth It?
- Definitely, particularly if you enjoy ancient history and temples.
- What to Do
- go to the Phimai Historical Park and see the Khmer ruins and temples.
- Best Time to Go
- all year round although November to February sees the coolest temperatures.
- How Long?
- A few days is sufficient to see the temples and experience the town's charm.
- Trivia
- Phimai was one of the most significant towns during the Khmer period.
Phimai is easily reached from the capital of Nakhon Ratchasima by minibus. Once in town everything is within walking distance including the bustling little night market with its array of food and local handicrafts. There are transport options as well as tour guides offering trips to the nearby Khmer temples.
The main attraction in Phimai is the ancient Khmer ruins of temples and pagodas. Some of the temples date back to the 7th century and are still in fairly decent condition. Phimai rests at the end of a one-time ancient Khmer highway connecting to Angkor Wat.
Travel to Phimai - Getting There
From the nearby city of Khorat there are public and private bus services leaving for Phimai throughout the day. The short journey takes around 1 hour. To get to Khorat you need to take a bus or train from Bangkok, which typically takes around 3 hours. If driving, take Highway 1 to Saraburi then head east along Highway 23.
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