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Guidebook > Provinces > North-East
Thailand > Loei
Although
geographically located in the Northeast, Loei has many things in common
with the Northern region with numerous high hills and mountains, and
wintry and foggy climate. It is the only province in Thailand which
has the dubious distinction of the mercury plummeting to zero Celsius.
Loei is 520 kilometers from Bangkok.
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Phra That Si Song Rak is located on the bank of
Man River about one kilometer away from Amphoe Don Sai.
Constructed in 1,560, it commemorates the mutual cooperation
between Krung Sri Ayutthaya and Krung Sri Satana Kanahut
(Vientiane). The structure is about 30 meters high and its
annual celebrations are attended by thousands of people.
Phu Rua National Park 1,375 meters above sea level,
is another majestic mountain with a vast pine-covered plateau
on top. A cliff shaped like the bow of a Chinese junk juts
out over the mountain. There are lodgings at the park.
Private bungalows near the park are also available. The
park is 59 kilometers from Loei or 9 kilometeres from Amphoe
Phu Rua. There are buses leaving both from Loei and from
Amphoe Lom Sak of Phetchabun to Phu Rua daily.
Kaeng Khut Khu rapids on the middle of the Maekhong
River at Amphoe Chiang Khan creates a narrow but extremely
swift current. Immersed in and smoothed by the rushing water
for countless years, the rocks produce multi-colored scenes
of unique beauty.
Wat Si Khun Muang is located to the north of the
Chiang Khan market. The main chapel is shaped like those
found in the North. The wall murals depict a religious legend.
Phu Luang Widlife Sanctuary is located on the high
plateau with an elevation of 1,550 meters. The area of Phu
Luang covers several districts; Wang Saphung, Puh Rua, Dan
Sai and Puh Luang. Travel 35 kilometers from Amphoe Wang
Saphung to Huai Kung and take a walk to the Loan Tae tourist
resting spot, 7 kilometers away. Phu Luang forest is a blend
forest of tropical and colder mate forest. Wild animals
are abundant. Arranging for transportation,accommodation
and sight-seeing is only by Phu Luang Tourist Office, Amphoe
Wang Saphung Administrative Office. Prior reservation is
advisable, Tel. (042) 841566 The sanctuary is closed during
June-September for restoration. |
Phu
Kradung National Park is located on high plateau about
seventy kilometers from Loei on the Khon Kaen-Loei Highway.
Lush and fertile, it is the home of many types of wildlife.
With an elevation of 1,352 meters, the Park is ideally suitable
for cold climate plants and trees. Bungalows and tents are
provided by the National park section, Forestry Department,
and prior reservation should be made through tel. 5797223,
5795734 to ensure over night stay. As for private accommodation,
the April Camping Co., Ltd. offers approximately 200-300
small bungalows each of which can accommodate two guests.
For additional information and reservation, please contact
Tel. 2700090.
Transportation
to the Phu Kradung National Park:
Trains leave
Bangkok Railway Station for Khon Kaen-Loei bus to the market
in front of the Amphoe Phu Kradung Administrative Office.
Next, a minibus to the office of the Phu Kradung National
Park 5 kilometers away . This is the starting point of the
trekking journey to the peak of the mountain. From there,
a 5 kilometers long footpath leads to "Lang Pae".
Then, after a 4 kilometre walk along a pasturage you will
arrive at the bungalows on Phu Kradung. At your convenience,
the office provides you with porters to carry your luggage
to the mountaintop.
Bus from the
Northeastern Bus Terminal in Bangkok (Mo Chit) also departs
for Amphoe Phu Kradung Bus Terminal in Tambon Pha Nok Khao.
From there take a local bus to the office of the Phu Kradung
National Park, and trekking from there on to the top.
Phu Pha Man
National Park is situated at Km. 246 of Loei - Chum
Phae Road not far from Pha Nok Khao. Attractions in the
park include several caves with stalagmite and stalactite,
prehistoric wall paintings and three beautiful waterfalls. |

Phi Ta Khon Festival
The Festival has its origin in a traditional Buddhist tale. When
Prince Vessandorn, the Buddha's penultimate incarnation, returned
to his city, the welcoming procession was so delightful that spirits
emerged to celebrate. Phi Ta Khon is celebrated largely by young
men who dress as spirits to parade a sacred Buddha image and tease
villagers, and monks reciting the story of the Buddha's last great
incarnation before attaining Enlightenment. The festival is held
during May or June every year. |
COPYRIGHT:
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of Thailand. Additional information from brochures produced locally
and notes made by Nattawud Daoruang and Richard Barrow. All photographs
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