2026 Si Somdet Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)
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Visit Roi Et, a great city where you can worship Buddha to your heart's content.
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🌾✨ Visit Roi Et, the City of Pagodas and Beautiful Nature ✨🌾
If you're looking for a trip that blends deep Isan culture with tranquil nature, Roi Et is the answer you'll love. 💛 This city is filled with stunning and heartwarming landmarks, ready to offer you beauty in every dimension.
🏙️ Hor Wot 101
A new landmark in the heart of the city, towering over 123 meters, it offers panoramic views of Roi Et city and interesting exhibitions telling the story of the province.
🌊 Bueng Phalan Chai
A large public park at the heart of the city, perfect for strolling, boating, or relaxing under the shade of the trees. There's also the City Pillar Shrine for good fortune.
🏛️ Ku Ka Sing
A Khmer-era site, still beautifully and magically preserved, is a fascinating historical learning resource, perfect for culture lovers and those seeking ancient photography.
🛕 Wat Prachakhom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung)
Featuring a sandstone pagoda modeled after an Indian dharamshala, it's surrounded by tranquil nature. Perfect for meditation and relaxation.
🌟 Phra Maha Chedi Chai Mongkol
One of the largest chedis in Thailand, its dazzling golden architecture and intricate details is a must-see.
🌸 Chedi Maha Mongkol Bua
This large lotus-shaped chedi symbolizes purity and prosperity, nestled amidst tranquil nature, offering a sense of peace and tranquility.
🙏 Wat Burapha Phiram
This ancient temple houses the largest Buddha image in Thailand, standing at 67.85 meters tall, symbolizing faith and elegance.
🌿 Tham Soda Waterfall
A hidden gem in Nong Phok District, this small waterfall cascades through rocky outcrops and lush forest, perfect for adventurers seeking tranquility and freshness.
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Huai Aeng Reservoir, Roi Et - Maha Sarakham
For those who love a relaxing atmosphere, this is the place for you!
👉 Huai Aeng Reservoir is located in Huai Aeng Subdistrict, Mueang District, Maha Sarakham Province, but it borders the area of Si Somdet District, Roi Et Province.
📌📌 The evening view at Huai Aeng Reservoir is absolutely stunning 🌅
It's a great spot for relaxation, and no matter how many times you visit, you'll never get bored.
📸 If you enjoy taking photos of sunsets, this is the perfect place. The evening ambiance paired with the beautiful scenery is simply amazing.
🏃♂️🏃 You can also come here for a jog or some exercise.
There are restaurants by the reservoir where you can sit back and chill for hours.
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Visit the Maha Virajarianuson Chedi in Roi Et Province.
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Hello 🥰
Today, we will take you to Chic, we will take you to Roi Et Province.
For those of you who are religious, you must not miss paying homage
Worship the Buddha to increase your merit 👏🏻
Today, we will take you to see the Maha Wirajariyanusorn Pagoda
in Roi Et Province. It is a pagoda located in the middle of the water.
It is very beautiful and gorgeous.
If you come to Roi Et Province, you must not miss it.
You will be filled with merit and joy, and you will also get beautiful and chic pictures.
📍Location: Maha Wirajariyanusorn Pagoda, Roi Et Province
#Worship and ask for blessings
#Roi Et
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🛕Wat Pa K
🛕Wat Pa Kung, Roi Et ☘️Sandstone pagoda, Wat Pa Kung or Wat Prachakom Wanaram
A large pagoda made of natural sandstone, the first in Thailand. It is a beautiful and grand religious tourist attraction. It is a replica of the construction of Borobudur in Indonesia. It was built to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the 60th anniversary of the monkhood. It is beautiful and unusual. If you have the chance, try to visit its beauty.
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#NewYearGiftTrip to Wat Prachakom Wanaram, also known as Wat Pa Kung, built by Luang Pu Sri Mahaweero. The temple was established and received its royal charter in 1970.
The temple features a large pagoda made of natural sandstone, the first of its kind in Thailand. It was constructed to commemorate Luang Pu Sri Mahaweero's 90th birthday and 60th year in the monkhood, modeled after the Borobudur pagoda in Java, Indonesia. Construction began in 1992 and was completed on October 28, 2004, with a ceremony to install a 101-ton gold spire. Inside the pagoda are enshrined the Buddha's relics at its center, and the walls are carved with stories from the Buddha's life and the Vessantara Jataka. Including the biography of Luang Pu Sri and images of the revered master.
Sri Somdet Subdistrict, Sri Somdet District, Roi Et 45000
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Beautiful Temple in Sri Somdet District
🛕✨ Wat Prachakhom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung), located in Roi Et Province, is one of the most stunning and revered temples in the northeastern region of Thailand. A must-visit destination for both spiritual seekers and leisure travelers at least once in a lifetime!
This temple is not only a place of tranquility but also stands out with its unique sandstone stupa, designed in the style of Borobudur, the only one of its kind in Thailand. The architecture is a replica of Borobudur in Indonesia, constructed using over 2,000 sandstone blocks, forming a grand central stupa surrounded by numerous smaller stupas. Wat Pa Kung is a destination that art and spirituality enthusiasts should not miss when visiting Roi Et. 🥰🌿🙏🏻
📍 Wat Prachakhom Wanaram, Sri Somdet District, Roi Et Province
https://maps.app.goo.gl/EkvBC7YMjkvqEMhn6
⏰ Open: 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
🚗 Parking available
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Wat Pa Kung, Roi Et Province
Wat Pa Kung, also known as Wat Prachakhom Wanaram, is located in Si Somdet District, Roi Et Province. This sandstone pagoda, designed in an octagonal shape, is modeled after Borobudur in Indonesia and is renowned for its stunning beauty. The pagoda measures 101 meters in length, 101 meters in width, and 109 meters in height, with a total of seven tiers. Its pinnacle is adorned with gold weighing 101 baht, symbolizing the province's name. The pagoda is constructed in layers, showcasing the exquisite hues of sandstone. Inside, visitors can pay homage to the Buddha's relics. Additionally, the pagoda features intricate carvings depicting the life of Buddha and the Vessantara Jataka, which is closely tied to the Bun Pha Wet Festival, an important tradition in Roi Et Province.
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Visit the temple, the pavilion of Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro
#Get a discount without relying on luck, visit the temple, the pavilion of Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro, Wat Pa Kung (Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro), Sri Somdet District, Roi Et Province
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great once traveled to perform the Kathin ceremony in 1975, visit temples and monasteries, following the footsteps of the Dharma Raja at Wat Prachakom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung), Sri Somdet District, Roi Et Province
🚗#Travel Approximately 21 km. (28 minutes) from Roi Et City, take the Roi Et-Wapi Pathum Road: Tambon Sri Somdet, Amphoe Sri Somdet, Roi Et
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Enjoying happiness at Huai Aeng, Roi Et Province
Come and come again, this is the place!
>>Sep Suk Restaurant<< 🌅
A chill-out restaurant in Huai Aeng, located in Si Somdet District, Roi Et Province.
Follow the GPS. 🚙🚘
A secret restaurant that isn't so secret, the atmosphere is sooo good.
Delicious food (the chicken wings are the best again) 😆😆
The staffs are polite and provide good service. Impressive. 👍👍
Sit and enjoy the view, sip water, and enjoy the sunset. 🌅
You can come with friends or family, or sit alone and feel lonely. 😁😁
#RestaurantReview #RoiEt #ChillOutRestaurant
Punn Lungkhao
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Enjoying happiness along Huai Aeng @Roi Et
Seb Suk Restaurant, a place to chill by Huai Ang
Seb Suk of Trae!!! The atmosphere of the restaurant is very good.
Sit and drink water, watch the sunset in the evening in Huai Ang 🌅
Very cool
For those looking for a place to chill with a good atmosphere, this is the place.
📸There are many photo spots. Every angle is beautiful. The view of Huai Ang is even more amazing.
🍛Every dish is delicious, especially the fried chicken wings.
Very delicious. I want to ask for the recipe. I have to order!!!
I heard that the shop is open until 11 pm. I want you to come and try it.
#RestaurantReview #ChillOutRestaurant #RoiEt
Punn Lungkhao
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The first sandstone pagoda in Thailand
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Spectacular... Not disappointed to come
Sand pagoda 🛕
Another unseen place
in Roi Et province
Anyone who comes to visit Roi Et province
should not miss visiting Wat Pa Kung
It is a shady temple🌳🌳and peaceful
Inside the temple is a large sandstone pagoda, modeled after the Borobudur pagoda in Indonesia, which was made from natural sandstone for the first time in Thailand
It is 101 meters long (width x length according to the name of the province)
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Visit the stone pagoda and pay homage to Luang Pu Sri at Wat Pa Kung, Roi Et.
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Today, I would like to take everyone to check in at "Wat Pa Kung" in Roi Et. This place stands out with its sacred atmosphere and has a large and beautiful sandstone pagoda that is extremely eye-catching. It was inspired by Borobudur in Indonesia. You don't have to fly far to experience the power of faith and the exquisite art.
This sandstone pagoda is tall and grand. Each stone is meticulously carved and arranged. When you walk up, you will see a panoramic view. I must say that it is so sacred that you can feel it. Moreover, this place also has a highlight to pay homage to Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro, a highly respected monk of Roi Et. He is a monk with compassion and has left his teachings for his disciples. Therefore, we often see people coming to ask for blessings and leave good wishes at this temple.
If you come to Roi Et, don't miss checking in at Wat Pa Kung. This place is both a beautiful tourist attraction and a peaceful place for the mind. It will give you a lot of encouragement. 🥰
📍Location: Wat Prachakom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung), Tambon Si Somdet, Amphoe Si Somdet, Roi Et
🚗Directions: From Roi Et city Drive on Roi Et-Wapi Pathum Road, about 30 minutes from the city.
Opening-Closing Time: 08.00-18.00⏰
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The Great Sand Pagoda of Wat Pa Kung
If you come to visit Roi Et, this is the place you must come to. This is a sacred place of Buddhism and is highly revered by Roi Et Province. It has beautiful architecture and many beautiful photo spots. Believe me, you will not be disappointed. I recommend coming at 5 pm because the sunlight is beautiful and perfect for taking photos and the weather is not too hot.
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Prachakomwanaram Temple
📍" Wat Prachakom Wanaram " (Roi Et)
Or known as " Wat Pa Kung "
Located in Sri Somdet District, Roi Et Province, it is a large pagoda made of natural sandstone, modeled after
" Borobudur " in Indonesia. When the Venerable "Luang Pu Sri Mahawiro", a famous meditation master from the Northeast, went to perform religious duties in Indonesia, he went to pay homage to the Boro Dor Pagoda (Borom Buddha) on Java Island, and saw how grand and beautiful it was. Luang Pu was impressed and wanted to build one in Thailand. It is the first sandstone pagoda in Thailand..
And this place was built on
March 5, 2004. The sand pagoda
There are a total of 7 floors.
📍The first floor is a sandstone carving that tells the story of the last life of the Bodhisattva who practiced charity.
📍The 2nd and 3rd floors are sandstone carvings.
But will tell the story about the life of Lord Buddha.
📍The 4th floor will be a sandstone carving in the shape of auspicious prayer.
📍The 5th floor, the round wall of the base of the pagoda, will be a picture of the 4 pilgrimage sites: birth, enlightenment, the first sermon, and nirvana.
📍The 6th floor is 8 secondary pagodas and 1 main pagoda.
📍The 7th floor will have a golden pagoda top weighing 101 baht, following the name of Roi Et province. Inside the pagoda, there is also a relic of the Lord Buddha brought from India for Buddhists and tourists to worship.
📍Address: Wat Prachakom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung), Village 11, Si Somdet Subdistrict, Si Somdet District, Roi Et Province
📍Coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/NjeU8o7B4XUZq3gG7
📍Open for viewing: 08.00-18.00 hrs.
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Wat Prachakomwanaram or Wat Pa Kung
🛕 Wat Pa Kung, a place for those who love making merit, shouldn't miss.
🌿 Sandstone pagoda, Borobudur, Wat Pa (Wat Prachakom Wanaram) | Roi Et
🍂 A beautiful wonder of Roi Et Province, there is a large pagoda made of natural sandstone, the first in Thailand, similar to Borobudur. Plus, the temple is covered with large trees, making the air here very shady, comfortable and happy, plus you get merit.
🌳 Sandstone pagoda, Wat Pa Kung, is a replica and inspired by Borobudur. There are 136 Buddha statues carved from lava rock by Buddhists in Indonesia. The castle is made from natural sandstone, the first in Thailand.
The Great Sandstone Pagoda has 7 floors in total.
🛕 The first floor is a bas-relief yellow sandstone carving telling the story of the last life of the Bodhisattva who practiced charity.
🛕 Floors 2-3 are bas-relief yellow sandstone carvings. Tells the story of the life of Buddha
🛕Floor 4: Yellow sandstone bas-relief carvings of the auspicious mantra
🛕Floor 5: The circular wall at the base of the pagoda depicts the four holy sites: birth, enlightenment, first sermon, and nirvana
🛕Floor 6: 8 secondary pagodas and 1 main pagoda
🛕Floor 7: The golden pagoda spire weighs 101 baht and inside the pagoda is the relics of the Buddha brought from India
Note 1: When entering the temple, you should dress appropriately and behave respectfully
Note 2: There are quite a few peacocks in the temple. Please do not disturb them
Note 3: Even though it is a temple, there are many beautiful photo spots. You really shouldn't miss it
💵Cost
No admission fee (but you should make merit)
Convenient transportation Only about 20 kilometers from the city center
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Prachakomwanaram Temple (Pa Kung Temple)
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Wat Prachakom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung)
This is another beautiful temple that those who love to make merit should not miss. It is also suitable for those who want to find an opportunity to visit Burobudur in Indonesia but have not been able to because this is the first natural sandstone pagoda in Thailand, built using Burobudur as a model. The pagoda has 7 floors in total. The center of the pagoda enshrines the relics of the Lord Buddha that were invited from India. The top of the pagoda is made of gold weighing 101 baht. This is another great place to visit or worship.
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Prachakomwanaram Temple (Pa Kung Temple), Roi Et Province
Beautiful temples in the Isan region. Many people probably know about Borobudur in Indonesia, right? And did you know that in our Roi Et province, there is also Wat Prachakom Wanaram or Wat Pa Kung? It is a large pagoda made from natural sandstone, the first in Thailand. There are various carvings that show many events during the time of the Buddha and show events about the history of the Buddha from previous lives. The great sand pagoda has 7 floors in total. When you go inside, it is very beautiful. You must wear a traditional Thai outfit. If you have the chance to go to Roi Et, you must try to pay respect to the Buddha and ask for blessings.
Address: Wat Prachakom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung), Village 11, Si Somdet Subdistrict, Si Somdet District, Roi Et Province
Coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/NjeU8o7B4XUZq3gG7
Open for visits: 08.00-18.00
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Prachakomwanaram Temple (Pa Kung Temple) 🍃
🏜️Sandstone pagoda, Wat Pa Kung or Wat Prachakom Wanaram, located in Si Somdet District, Roi Et Province. The beautiful wonder is the first large pagoda made of natural sandstone in Thailand.
Built as an octagonal pagoda, 101 meters wide, 101 meters long (this is probably the width x length according to the name of the province), 109 meters high, divided into 7 floors, decorated with natural sandstone from Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima, looking like the 7 heavenly cities.
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A very beautiful place in Roi Et, named Wat Pa Kung, shady atmosphere #travel in Thailand
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Prachakomwanaram Temple
Wat Prachakom Wanaram, also known as Wat Pa Kung, is located in Si Somdet District, Roi Et Province. It is the first large pagoda made of natural sandstone in Thailand. It is a very beautiful and grand religious tourist attraction, modeled after Borobudur in Indonesia.
📬Address: Tambon Si Somdet, Amphoe Si Somdet, Roi Et 45000
📍Coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/47Kiv995sEaT8Z8MA
⭐️Score: 10/10
🍃Atmosphere: Very good
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Wat Prachakom Wanaram (Wat Pa Kung), Roi Et Province
This temple is not very well known. Even I, a Roi Et native, don't know about it. I've been here for 25 years and this is the first time I've been there.
The temple is shady and cool. You can hear the sounds of monkeys or gibbons chirping in the forest. There are also beautiful peacocks spreading their wings. You can see them up close.
There are clean and comfortable restrooms.
When we arrived, it was late afternoon and the light was starting to dim. However, the atmosphere was not too hot. It was quite a long walk. I recommend bringing water with you in case your throat gets dry. Haha
The atmosphere is very good. On the other side of the temple, there is a pond with a place to worship in the middle of the water. I can tell you that the atmosphere is very good.
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Sandstone pagoda "Wat Pa Kung" or "Wat Prachakom Wanaram"
A large pagoda made from natural sandstone, the first in Thailand. It is considered a beautiful and grand religious tourist attraction. It is a model of the construction of Borobudur in Indonesia. It was built to commemorate the 90th anniversary and 60th anniversary of the stone pagoda's construction. When the Venerable Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro, a famous meditation master from the Northeast, went to perform religious duties in Indonesia in 1988.
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Wat Pa Kung, the Borobudur of the Northeast📍
This time in Roi Et, we were lucky to have the opportunity to visit these places: the sandstone pagoda at Wat Pa Kung, Sri Somdet District, and the Maha Chedi Chai Mongkol at Wat Phanamthip, Nong Phok District, Roi Et Province.
From the history of this temple, in addition to being the residence of Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro, a famous monk in the northeast, there are also interesting places inside the temple, which are the large sandstone pagoda made from natural sandstone, the first in Thailand, which was built as a replica of Borobudur in Indonesia, and the Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro Memorial Pagoda, which was built after his death on August 16, 2011, to house the remains of Luang Pu.
The temple is shady, the paths are beautiful and very clean. After walking a short distance, you will find the Luang Pu Sri Maha Wiro Memorial Pagoda, which is in the middle of the water, very shady and cool.
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Sandstone pagoda
How to get there - Located in Sri Somdet Subdistrict, Roi Et Province
Tourist attractions - Wat Pa Kung (Wat Prachakom Wanaram)
Hotel -
Restaurant and food -
Shopping -
Address -
Atmosphere/Location - A place where people gather to create many things, but the maintenance is not up to par, so it has deteriorated a bit. The area is very large and the maintenance is not complete.
Highlights - Sandstone pagoda
Average price per person - Free
Score -
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Borobudur, Thailand
Borobudur of Thailand, Wat Pa Kung or Wat Prachakom Wanaram is located in Roi Et Province. It is a temple that is known as the Borobudur of Thailand because inside the temple there is a large pagoda made from natural sandstone, the first of its kind in Thailand. It is considered a beautiful and grand religious tourist attraction, with its construction being a replica of Borobudur in Indonesia. The great sandstone pagoda has 7 floors in total.
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🙏🏻 Wat Pa Kung: The only Borobudur in Thailand 🙏🏻
🧚🏻♀️ Wat Prachakom Wanaram or Wat Pa Kung is another famous temple in Roi Et Province. Its highlight is the Borobudur Stone Pagoda, the first and only one in Thailand.
….. Inside the temple, there is a large pagoda made of natural sandstone, the first in Thailand. It was built to commemorate the 90th anniversary and 60th ordination of Phra Thep Wisutthimongkhon "Luang Pu Sri Mahawiro", a famous meditation master from the Northeast. It is modeled after the Borobudur Pagoda (Borom Phutto) on the island of Java, Indonesia.
🙏🏻 Inside the pagoda is the relics of the Lord Buddha, which are located at the center of the pagoda. The walls are carved with stories of the life of the Lord Buddha and the Vessantara Jataka, as well as the history of Luang Pu Sri and pictures of the ancestors.
🙏🏻 For anyone interested in practicing Dhamma, I highly recommend it because this place is a quiet place with beautiful nature. There is a pavilion in the middle of a pond. The surrounding area has peacocks, chickens, and the sounds of birds are very natural.
🚗 Tambon Sri Somdet, Amphoe Sri Somdet Roi Et Province 🚗
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เที่ยวร้อยเอ็ด One day trip✈️
Intend to fly to Roi Et to visit Hor Vote 101, a landmark of Roi Et. Admission fee is 50 baht per person. Open at 9 am and close at 7 pm. Take the elevator to the 34th floor for a 360-degree view of Roi Et. Next to it is Somdej Phra Srinagarindra Roi Et Park in front of Bueng Plan Chai. The highlight is the short but very scary glass skywalk. There is a cafe to sit and enjoy the view and sip coffee before taking the elevator back. Another place is Wat Prachakom Wanaram or Wat Pa Kung. It has a large pagoda made of natural sandstone, the first in Thailand. It is modeled after Borobudur in Indonesia. It is beautiful. If anyone has time to visit Roi Et, a small city with important places that are not small at all. #VisitRoiEt #RoiEtProvince #ReviewRoiEt #HorVote101
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Beautiful
Beautiful and cool
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