Lop Buri

[DerekMarshall]

Anyone know of good places of interest, temples historic sights, to see in Lop buri, and of accomodation around 400-600 THB / night.

not to far from such places walk wise.

Thanks in advance.

[mike2011]

If you go by train just exit at the station in front of one of the temples. Within a 200 meter radius there are several inexpensive options. Just look around. All places are within less then 5 minutes from the temples, the museum, and, of course, the famous monkeys. Be aware of those though....

[saobaht]

Yes, beware of the monkeys at the monkey temple! Those bad boys are crafty..

[Naked Snake]

no there is no accommodation there you have to sleep with the monkeys at one of the abandoned temples.

[DerekMarshall]

If you go by train just exit at the station in front of one of the temples. Within a 200 meter radius there are several inexpensive options. Just look around. All places are within less then 5 minutes from the temples, the museum, and, of course, the famous monkeys. Be aware of those though....

AT which train station in BKK should I leave?

and what do you guys mean be aware of the monkeys and they are crafty..?

Thank you all kindly for replys.

[mike2011]

Monkeys. One temple is invested with them. When I paid my ticket - temple is in ruins and a historical site - the guys gave me a rattan cane. I refused such brutal behavior and paid the price. Monkey on the head and scratching me. Seems in a former life we were related or had some other intimate contact. Well, I was less pleased to make the acquaintance than she was. These beast are aggressive and some are accomplished thieves. No joking. Once you have seen it, you'll believe it.

Go to the Thai railways website. Train run from about 4.20 AM to 10PM from the main station. All stop at BangSue and Dong Muang as well as some smaller stations (less well-known). The trip takes about 2.5-3 hrs depending on the train. A third class would cost you 30-40 baht. Second class is more comfy though. I tried both. For Lopburi 3rd class is fine.

The faster trains (you pay much more though) will gain you only a few minutes.

So depending on your location in BKK jump anywhere on the train and off you go. The train is MUCH more relaxing than going to Morchit and sitting on the bus. Some nice views and you will be almost as fast cos the train brings exactly to the right spot.

Google maps is pretty good for the old part of Lopburi. The famous Lopburi Asia hotel is an old Chinese place with inexpensive rooms. Compares well with the guest houses. Big enough to have vacancies all the time. Further up the scale you can find more fancy places but this will do if you like to keep the powder dry.