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As a National Geography journalist, I recently had the opportunity to explore the hidden gems of Buri Ram, a charming city located in northeastern Thailand.
The scenery of the city is absolutely breathtaking; it is surrounded by mountains and hills, with stunning temples and ancient ruins dotted throughout the landscape. What I particularly liked about this city was its rich cultural heritage and vibrant street life. The locals are hospitable, friendly and welcoming to visitors, making my experience truly enjoyable. However, the only thing I disliked about Buri Ram was the lack of public transportation options, which meant that getting around the city was not as convenient as I had hoped.
The cost of living in a day was pretty reasonable, and I was happy to discover that there were plenty of budget-friendly accommodation and dining options available. The average cost for a day usually comes around $30-$50, which includes food, transportation, and entry fees to the main tourist attractions.
Here are 20 of the most popular points of interest that you must visit when you’re in Buri Ram:
1. Phanom Rung Historical Park – Entrance fee: 100 Baht per person – Website: http://www.phanomrungpuri.com – Yelp rating: 4.5/5
2. Prasat Hin Khao Phanom Rung – Entrance fee: 100 Baht per person – Website: http://www.phanomrungpuri.com – Yelp rating: 4.5/5
3. Ban Bu Lamduan Village – Website: http://banbulamduan.com – Yelp rating: 4.5/5
4. Wat Burapha Phiram – Website: https://www.thai-tour.com/thailand/buri-ram-province/wat-burapha-phiram – Yelp rating: 4/5
5. Khao Kradong Forest Park – Entrance fee: 20 Baht per person – Yelp rating: 4/5
6. Khao Angkhan Temple – Yelp rating: 4/5
7. Wat Prakhon Chai – Yelp rating: 4/5
8. Nong Hong Cliff – Yelp rating: 4/5
9. Phra Siam Devadhiraj Temple – Yelp rating: 4/5
10. Ban Ta Klang Elephant Village – Website: http://www.bantaklang.com – Yelp rating: 4.5/5
11. Suan Pha Suang Temple – Website: http://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Suan-Pha-Suang–332 – Yelp rating: 4/5
12. Phan Khun Ramkhamhaeng Monument – Yelp rating: 4/5
13. The City Pillar Shrine – Yelp rating: 3.5/5
14. Ban Kruat Reservoir Park – Yelp rating: 4/5
15. Buri Ram National Museum – Entrance fee: 30 Baht per person – Yelp rating: 4/5
16. Sunset at Prasat Hin Phimai Historical Park – Entrance fee: 150 Baht per person – Website: http://thaielephant.com/sunset-at-prasat-hin-phimai-historical-park – Yelp rating: 4/5
17. Ban Phu Phrasat Village – Website: http://banphuphrasat.tourismthailand.org – Yelp rating: 5/5
18. Samet Ngam Village – Website: http://sametngam.tourismthailand.org – Yelp rating: 4.5/5
19. Khao Wong National Park – Entrance fee: 100 Baht per person – Yelp rating: 4/5
20. Ban Ta Klang Mural Village – Yelp rating: 4/5
No trip to Buri Ram is complete without indulging in some of the delicious street food available throughout the city. Here are the top 20 popular street food dishes and their prices:
1. Gai Yang (Grilled Chicken) – Starts at 30 Baht
2. Som Tam (Papaya Salad) – Starts at 20 Baht
3. Pad Thai – Starts at 30 Baht
4. Khao Niew Moo Ping (Grilled Pork with Sticky Rice) – Starts at 25 Baht
5. Kai Jeow (Thai Omelette) – Starts at 20 Baht
6. Khao Soi (Curry Noodles) – Starts at 30 Baht
7. Grilled Fish – Starts at 80 Baht
8. Moo Palo (Pork in Brown Sauce) – Starts at 25 Baht
9. Noodle Soup – Starts at 20 Baht
10. Fried Rice – Starts at 30 Baht
11. Papaya Salad with Salted Egg – Starts at 30 Baht
12. Larb Moo (Spicy minced Pork Salad) – Starts at 25 Baht
13. Fried Chicken – Starts at 20 Baht
14. Pad Krapao (Stir-Fried Meat with Basil) – Starts at 30 Baht
15. Pla Pao (Grilled Fish) – Starts at 80 Baht
16. Tom Yum Soup – Starts at 30 Baht
17. Satay (Meat on sticks) – Starts at 20 Baht
18. Khao Man Gai (Chicken Rice) – Starts at 30 Baht
19. Khao Kha Moo (Pork Leg Rice) – Starts at 25 Baht
20. Jok (Rice Porridge) – Starts at 20 Baht
For the budget-conscious traveler, I’ve compiled a list of 10 most reasonable hotels and 10 most reasonable Airbnb lists with detail and price in US dollars with ratings and reviews.
Hotels:
1. Ruen Mai Ngam Resort – Average price: $22 per night – Rating: 8.3/10
2. The One House Resort – Average price: $28 per night – Rating: 7.4/10
3. Heune Hotel – Average price: $33 per night – Rating: 8.1/10
4. Victoria Resort – Average price: $38 per night – Rating: 7.9/10
5. Rongreanpong Camping – Average price: $10 per night – Rating: 7.5/10
6. Purimuntra Resort and Spa – Average price: $110 per night – Rating: 8.6/10
7. Wild Boars Hotel – Average price: $30 per night – Rating: 7.6/10
8. Aksorn Boutique Resort – Average price: $50 per night – Rating: 8.2/10
9. Khao Kradong Forest Resort – Average price: $25 per night – Rating: 7.8/10
10. Nam Phung Homestay – Average price: $14 per night – Rating: 7.9/10
Airbnb:
1. Riverside Homestay – Average price: $22 per night – Rating: 4.9/5
2. Modern Apartment near Khao Kradong Forest Park – Average price: $30 per night – Rating: 4.8/5
3. Green Field Home – Average price: $25 per night – Rating: 4.5/5
4. Nature Resort Village – Average price: $20 per night – Rating: 4.6/5
5. Baan phet Homestay – Average price: $16 per night – Rating: 4.5/5
6. Artisan Homestay – Average price: $25 per night – Rating: 4.7/5
7. Nok’s Homestay – Average price: $15 per night – Rating: 4.8/5
8. Cozy Apartment in the Heart of the City – Average price: $28 per night – Rating: 4.5/5
9. The Greenery Homestay – Average price: $22 per night – Rating: 4.6/5
10. Simple Homestay – Average price: $12 per night – Rating: 4.7/5
Overall, Buri Ram is a must-visit destination for travelers who love to explore the rich cultural history of Thailand. With its stunning scenery, delicious street food, and plenty of affordable accommodation options, this city is definitely worth rating nine out of ten stars!
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