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for its numerous Khmer-style religious temples scattered
all over the province, Si Sa Ket is one of
the most well-known destinations in northeastern Thailand, with its
location about 571 kilometers from Bangkok. It borders with Ubon Ratchathani
in the east and Democratic Kampuchea in the south.
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Souvenirs and handcrafted products of Si Sa Ket including
quality silk and cotton from Amphoe Uthumphon Phisai and
basketwork and miniature carts from Amphoe Khu Khan are
all available at souvenir shops in Si Sa Ket.
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a mountain situated 80 kilometers to the south of Amphoe
Kanthoralak, contains a Khmer rock bas-relief depicting
a row of three sitting persons. The bas-relief can be traced
back over 1,000 years. From here, the famous stone sanctuary
of Khao Phra Wihan can be seen topping the next mountain
1 kilometer away.
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small yet beautiful waterfall, only twelve kilometers away
from Amphoe Khun Han. Lush shrubberies and trees provide
cool, shady relaxation on a picnic.
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16 kilometers from Amphoe Khun Han, is a medium-sized
waterfall. The water cascades down through many levels to
a clear pool below, ideal for swimming. The surrounding
area is shady with vines and tropical flora.
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a millennium-old Khmer sanctuary in Amphoe Prang Ku, is
erected with large bricks similar to the style of Prasat
Si Khoraphum in Surin.
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twenty kilometers away from Amphoe Kantharalak to the Southwest,
is built of redstone and rock extracted from nearby mountains.
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about fourteen kilometers further away from the district
office, has been constructed during the same period as the
Prasat Hin Wat Sa Kamphaeng Yai.
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just two Kilometers
away from the Uthumphon Phisai district office, is located
on a high slope on the edge of the Ban Sa Kamphaeng village.
Built of sandstone with carvings of various scenes, its
main gate is inscribed with Khmer letters. It is thought
that the structure was erected around the 10th Century A.D.during
the reign of King Suriyaworaman, one of the great Khmer
rulers.
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1 Km. from the province on Kasikam Road,the park is
location in Si Sa Ket Agricultural College, Tambon Nong
Khron, Amphoe Muang. It is constructed in honour of the
Princess Mother on her 80th birthday anniversary
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