Kap Cheong

[Jet_uk_1]

Hello All,

Been on this site 4-months, but first time posting.

I'm going to 'Kap Cheong' (south of Surin) in a couple of weeks to meet my young-lady's family.

Does anyone know this area or any useful info ? It'll be my first time to a rural area (I'm from London and have been to LOS a few times).

I've been advised to stay in the hotel in Surin and to travel to Kap Cheong daily.

Any recommended places to stay?

Jet

[BambinA]

http://www.surin.go.th/surin_eng/046kap_choeng.htm

attraction Amphoe Kap Choeng

Prasat Ta Muean

This khmer santuary is 12 kilometres from Ban Ta Miang on Highway No. 214 on the Thai-Cambodian border. Prasat Ta Muan Tot has a square base made of sandstone, similar to those at Ban Phluang. Prasat Ta Muan Thom is 200 metres from Ta Muan Tot sanctuary. Situated near a stream, it consists of 3 pagodas with floral and idol designs. There are also 2 laterite buildings and a pool beyond them

http://www.tageo.com/index-e-th-v-29-d-m4606073.htm

Amphoe Prasat-Kap Choeng

Prasat Ban Phlai

A Khmer sanctuary donated to the God Shiva in Brahmanism, Prasat Ban Phlai comprises 3 brick Prangs situated on a common moated laterite base. A lintel's fragment discovered here and currently displayed at Phimai National Museum indicates that Prasat Ban Phlai was constructed in the 16th century B.E. The sanctuary lies about 10 kilometers to the northeast of the Town Hall at Ban Prasat, Tambon Chua Phloeng, Amphoe Prasat.

Prasat Hin Ban Phuluang

is a Hindu sanctuary of Baphuon Period dating back to the 16 th-17th century B.E. between the reigns of Jayavarman I and Jayavarman VI of the ancient Khmer Kindgon. A small sandstone Prang on laterite base, Prasat Hin Ban Phuluang was built and sculpted with fine craftsmanship. The pediment above the entrance depicts a scene of Krishna lifting Govardhana Mountain from the Hindu Story 'Krishnavatar', and incarnation of the God Vishnu. The God Indra on elephant back centers the stone lintel. There is a pond on either side of the walkway to the entrance.

Prasat Hin Ban Phluang is situated at Ban Phluang, Tambon Kang Aen, Amphoe Prasat, 4 kilometers from the Town Hall along the Surin Prasat Chong Chom route with a left turn between kilometer markers 34-35 for another 900 meters.

Prasart Hin Banphulung is opened every day from 07.30 A.M. - 06.00 P.M. Admission fee is 30 Baht.

Prasat Tamuan Thom

is located on a stream bank, 200 meters to the south of Prasat Tamuan Tot. The sancetuary Comprises 3 Prangs decorated with bas-reliefs of floral designs and standing dieties, intricate sandstone'gopura' (roofed entrance), 2 laterite buildings, and sandstone gallery. Outside, there is a pond lined with laterite.

Prasat Ban Prasat

is located at Ban Prasat, Tambon Phlai, Amphoe Prasat, about 5 kilometers from Amphoe Prasat Town Hall. The sanctuary lies in deteriorated condition with only some remains of laterite wall and a big pond, 2 meters beyond the eastern wall.

Prasat Tamuan Tot

is located some 12 kilometers from Ban Ta Miang, Tambon Bak Dai, Amphoe Kap Choeng on the Thai-Cambodian borderline. The stone sanctuary, built on sand-stone base, is similar to Prasat Ban Phluang.

Edited September 6, 2006 by BambinA

[cnxpat]

http://www.surin.go.th/surin_eng/046kap_choeng.htm

attraction Amphoe Kap Choeng

Prasat Ta Muean

This khmer santuary is 12 kilometres from Ban Ta Miang on Highway No. 214 on the Thai-Cambodian border. Prasat Ta Muan Tot has a square base made of sandstone, similar to those at Ban Phluang. Prasat Ta Muan Thom is 200 metres from Ta Muan Tot sanctuary. Situated near a stream, it consists of 3 pagodas with floral and idol designs. There are also 2 laterite buildings and a pool beyond them

http://www.tageo.com/index-e-th-v-29-d-m4606073.htm

I think Bambi is saying ... "bugger all over there" (I went there 2 days ago for visa things)

yep, stay in Surin sounds like a good idea, as it is the nearest settlement :-)

[citizen33]

I expect that the section sponsor will give you up-to-date advice about Surin, but I would say stay in the Majestic Hotel, right beside the bus station.

[Thaddeus]

Kao Phanom Rung.

Funny that nobody has mentioned it in this topic as far as I can see..... I read it twice, but I'm word blind.

One of the oldest Khmer temples around these parts.

Edited for spolling

Edited September 6, 2006 by Thaddeus

[lampard10]

Kao Phanom Rung.

Funny that nobody has mentioned it in this topic as far as I can see..... I read it twice, but I'm word blind.

One of the oldest Khmer temples around these parts.

Edited for spolling

Yes agreed........but it's no-where near Kap Choeng. There are a few ancient ruins around Surin. Most get in the FC every afternoon between 2 & 5. Majestic Hotel is good, but there are lots of hotels in Surin. Click on FC site at top of page for hotels.

[Dave the Dude]

I expect that the section sponsor will give you up-to-date advice about Surin, but I would say stay in the Majestic Hotel, right beside the bus station.

Hi Jet UK 1

I have stayed in Majestic and Tong Tarin hotels in Surin many times. Both good and both near Ferang Connection ( Go see Martyn he'll sort u out). I go along with Citizen33, Majestic's a bit better,newer and cheaper. Have a gr8 time, I'm unfortunetly stuck in London for another 3 months!! (give me Surin anyday!!)

P.S. A visit to the Elephant village is good. Assuming your not in Surin in Nov for Elephant festival.

Edited September 6, 2006 by Dave the Dude

[Thaddeus]

Kao Phanom Rung.

Funny that nobody has mentioned it in this topic as far as I can see..... I read it twice, but I'm word blind.

One of the oldest Khmer temples around these parts.

Edited for spolling

Yes agreed........but it's no-where near Kap Choeng. There are a few ancient ruins around Surin. Most get in the FC every afternoon between 2 & 5. Majestic Hotel is good, but there are lots of hotels in Surin. Click on FC site at top of page for hotels.

What ever..... you're right, it's crap.... not worth going the extra few km for.

Just stay in the hotel and drink some beer