coralia Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Is the city of Buriram worth visiting? How difficult is it to go from Buriram to Phanom Rung? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KannikaP Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Route 218, 64.9 km, follow Google Maps. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post coralia Posted November 9, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted November 9, 2022 4 minutes ago, KannikaP said: Route 218, 64.9 km, follow Google Maps. I don't drive. That was not my question. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJCM Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 At the Bus station / Train station you will have taxi's that can take you there. I live in Buriram, but shameful to say I have never been to Phanom Rung (yet) It's quite far away from Buriram City Here is a guide (2020) on how to visit https://itsbetterinthailand.com/activities/phanom-rung-historical-park/ Quote Phanom Rung is located about an hour’s drive from Buriram City, and around an hour and twenty minutes from Surin. You could also visit from Korat (Nakhon Ratchasima) but if you’re visiting there, the Phimai Historical Park is closer and we’d recommend those Khmer ruins instead. There is no reliable public transportation option to Phanom Rung, so you’ll need to either drive yourself, hire a taxi to take you, or go by tour. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparktrader Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Phanom Rung is good. Burilam isnt. Phimai looks the same and they have hotels there. I would just go Phimai. Bus from Korat. Korat is ok. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacessit Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Buriram has a very large football stadium, and a volcanic crater of some kind. Quite a few expats, and a lot of dark-skinned Thais. Food is Isaan, high on the chili scale. That's all I can remember of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LennyW Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 (edited) Burriram has a fantastic race track as well, many great events held there, the final of the Thailand Super Series from 8th to 11th December. Edited November 9, 2022 by LennyW Spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieH Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Off topic removed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 The cutes Thai girls are from Buriram province. But to be fair I am not sure if they are still over there or is they all come to Bangkok and Pattaya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biervoormij Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 If you are visiting Phnom Rung you should try and visit Prasat Muang Tam. It is included in the ticket price for Phnom Rung and is only a short distance away. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparktrader Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 7 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said: The cutes Thai girls are from Buriram province. But to be fair I am not sure if they are still over there or is they all come to Bangkok and Pattaya. Looks underage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparktrader Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Khon Kaen and CM has the cutest women imo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Etaoin Shrdlu Posted November 9, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted November 9, 2022 (edited) We visited Phnom Rung on the way back to Bangkok from points farther east. We had wanted to visit for a long time, but were always in too much of a hurry to either get to our destination or back to Bangkok. In June we finally found the time and were pleasantly surprised. There were very few other people visiting, so we had mostly uncluttered views and photo opportunities. Edited November 9, 2022 by Etaoin Shrdlu 2 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunLA Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 5 minutes ago, Etaoin Shrdlu said: We visited Phnom Rung on the way back to Bangkok from points farther east. We had wanted to visit for a long time, but were always in too much of a hurry to either get to our destination or back to Bangkok. In June we finally found the time and were pleasantly surprised. There were very few other people visiting, so we had mostly uncluttered views and photo opportunities. When in the area, I've popped in a few times. Very nice, especially before the tour buses use to arrive. Nice snaps 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herfiehandbag Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 17 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said: The cutes Thai girls are from Buriram province. But to be fair I am not sure if they are still over there or is they all come to Bangkok and Pattaya. I long ago came to the conclusion that nobody between the ages of 21 and 35 lives in Buriram. The males all drive taxis in Bangkok, the females are all engaged in various employment fields there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ54 Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Thanks … it looks like a good place to visit relax and enjoy… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparktrader Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 56 minutes ago, biervoormij said: If you are visiting Phnom Rung you should try and visit Prasat Muang Tam. It is included in the ticket price for Phnom Rung and is only a short distance away. Need a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coralia Posted November 9, 2022 Author Share Posted November 9, 2022 3 hours ago, Sparktrader said: Phanom Rung is good. Burilam isnt. Phimai looks the same and they have hotels there. I would just go Phimai. Bus from Korat. Korat is ok. Why is Buriram not good? I was thinking of visiting because I have an acquaintance who lives in the area. But I'm not sure the place is worth the hassle of getting there.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coralia Posted November 9, 2022 Author Share Posted November 9, 2022 2 hours ago, herfiehandbag said: I long ago came to the conclusion that nobody between the ages of 21 and 35 lives in Buriram. The males all drive taxis in Bangkok, the females are all engaged in various employment fields there. Terrible ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coralia Posted November 9, 2022 Author Share Posted November 9, 2022 2 hours ago, Etaoin Shrdlu said: We visited Phnom Rung on the way back to Bangkok from points farther east. We had wanted to visit for a long time, but were always in too much of a hurry to either get to our destination or back to Bangkok. In June we finally found the time and were pleasantly surprised. There were very few other people visiting, so we had mostly uncluttered views and photo opportunities. Beautiful pictures ❣️ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coralia Posted November 9, 2022 Author Share Posted November 9, 2022 2 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said: The cutes Thai girls are from Buriram province. But to be fair I am not sure if they are still over there or is they all come to Bangkok and Pattaya. I am a lady myself, thank you very much ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1FinickyOne Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 2 hours ago, Sparktrader said: Khon Kaen and CM has the cutest women imo Almost as nice as the one who knocks on your door... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1FinickyOne Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 6 minutes ago, coralia said: I am a lady myself, thank you very much ???? I think you will find many country cities to be more charming... Sukhothai for example and many others - - not sure where you have been or what you are looking for... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proton Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 Went there with a Grammy singer last month, his home town, quite impressed. Liked the view from the volcano. The food there, and in remote Surin was far better than anything I ever had in Bangkok. Don't miss the famous meat balls outside the railway station, not for me but Black Pink Lisa likes 'em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Lowf Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 I went for the World Superbikes in 2019, which was a great event, but I found Buriram itself dreadful after dark compared to Phuket - apart from one ex-pat place around the corner from the Victoria Centre I felt decidedly out of place. Lots of young Thais (including plenty of very attractive young ladies) but they keep to themselves and were not the least bit interested in a single handsome farang guy - which is fair enough I guess. I had a day to spare before flying back and so I rode the scooter up to Phanom Rung - from memory it took about an hour and a half at a leisurely pace and was a very dull ride along straight flat hot dusty roads. The place was worth a visit if you can handle the steps (see posted photos) but a lot of tacky traders around. On the way back I stopped off at Huai Talat lakes/reservoirs which were a bit of an oasis in an otherwise dull landscape. Almost back in Buriram I also took a look at Khao Kradong Forest Park (the extinct volcano) which was also a worthwhile visit with great views from the top over towards the race circuit - the visibility was just about okay on that day. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotandsticky Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 12 minutes ago, London Lowf said: I went for the World Superbikes in 2019, which was a great event, but I found Buriram itself dreadful after dark compared to Phuket - apart from one ex-pat place around the corner from the Victoria Centre I felt decidedly out of place. Lots of young Thais (including plenty of very attractive young ladies) but they keep to themselves and were not the least bit interested in a single handsome farang guy - which is fair enough I guess. I had a day to spare before flying back and so I rode the scooter up to Phanom Rung - from memory it took about an hour and a half at a leisurely pace and was a very dull ride along straight flat hot dusty roads. The place was worth a visit if you can handle the steps (see posted photos) but a lot of tacky traders around. On the way back I stopped off at Huai Talat lakes/reservoirs which were a bit of an oasis in an otherwise dull landscape. Almost back in Buriram I also took a look at Khao Kradong Forest Park (the extinct volcano) which was also a worthwhile visit with great views from the top over towards the race circuit - the visibility was just about okay on that day. With all due respect it is not smart to compare Buriram with Phuket - especially after dark. Frankly, I would take Buriram over Phuket. Partly because I dislike Phuket and secondly - I know where to go at night in Buriram. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Lowf Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 15 minutes ago, hotandsticky said: With all due respect it is not smart to compare Buriram with Phuket - especially after dark. Frankly, I would take Buriram over Phuket. Partly because I dislike Phuket and secondly - I know where to go at night in Buriram. Why not? I compare Phuket with numerous other destinations and my UK home town which is why I come here for long holidays. And I'm sure you know the great places in Buriram but I didn't and the OP probably won't so how about you spill the beans? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puchooay Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 5 hours ago, herfiehandbag said: I long ago came to the conclusion that nobody between the ages of 21 and 35 lives in Buriram. The males all drive taxis in Bangkok, the females are all engaged in various employment fields there. You clearly are talking out of your a$#@. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorry Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 9 hours ago, Sparktrader said: Looks underage You mean, under your age. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorry Posted November 9, 2022 Share Posted November 9, 2022 9 hours ago, Sparktrader said: Phimai looks the same This is like saying Notre Dame and St Peter look the same. To my Chinese friends, all these Western cathedrals look the same. I like Phanom Rung much more than Phimai. Nearest accommodation is in Nang Rong. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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