[2025 Nong Khai Attraction] Travel Guide for Nong Khai Museum (Updated May)

The Phra That Klang Nam, originally named Phra That La Nong, is one of the Phra That in the legend of Phra Urankathu, which contains the relics of the Lord Buddha. It enshrines the relics of the soles of nine Buddhas (Phra Phanom). The original pagoda was on the bank of the river in Wat Phra That Nong Khai. Later, it was eroded by the current and is now in the middle of the Mekong River, approximately 200 meters from the current shore. It can be clearly seen in the dry season. From the underwater survey of the Archaeological Unit 7, it was found that the base of the pagoda is 17.2 meters wide on each side, with a taper at the base, and is approximately 28.5 meters high, broken into 3 pieces. It is assumed that it was built around the 19th-20th Buddhist century because its shape is most similar to Phra That Bang Phuan. In the book Urankathu or the Legend of Phra That Phanom, a section mentions the construction of Phra That La Nong, stating that this pagoda was built by 5 Arahants: Phra Maha Rattana Thera, Phra Chula Rattana Thera, Phra Maha Suwanna Prasat Thera, Phra Chula Suwanna Prasat Thera, and Phra Sangkhawicha Thera. All of them were disciples of Phra Phuttharakkhit, Phra Thammarakkhit, Phra Sangkharakkhit, the 3 Arahants, and the 5 Arahants. They invited the relics of the Lord Buddha from India together and invited them to be enshrined at 6 places together: - Phra That Ho Pha Ho Pha Ban Sai Fong, Mueang Hat Sai Fong, Lao People's Democratic Republic - Phra That Hua Nao, 29 relics, enshrined at Phra That Luang, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic - Phra Urankthat or chest relic, enshrined at Phra That Phanom, That Phanom District, Nakhon Phanom Province - Phra That Bangkhon or stomach relic, enshrined at Phra That Bang Phuan, Wat Phra That Bang Phuan, Mueang District, Nong Khai - Phra That Khiao Fang, 7 relics, enshrined at Phra That Phon Chik Wiang Ngua, Mueang District, Nong Khai - Phra That of the right sole of the foot, 9 relics, enshrined at Phra That Mueang La or Phra That La Nong Amphoe, Mueang Nong Khai This Phra That La Nong is located in the middle of Wat That or Wat Siri Mahakatchai, Wat That community, Nong Khai Municipality. In 2109, King Chaiyachetthathirat of Lan Xang Kingdom built a great pagoda to cover the pagoda. Later in 2300, the water in the river eroded the ground around Wat Phra That Nong Khai until only the pagoda remained in the middle of the water. Until 2390, the pagoda collapsed, leaving only the pagoda ruins. #VisitHistoricalSite #MissTheForestAndMountains #OurHeartsAreAtTheSea #WorthVisitingHomestay #CampingLover #BuffetLover

Phra That Bang Phuan, an ancient pagoda containing the relics of the Lord Buddha, has been revered by the people of Nong Khai for a long time. The original pagoda was made of burnt bricks in the local architectural style. It is an Indian-style stupa of the same era as Phra Pathom Chedi. Later, it collapsed due to the collapse of the pagoda’s base. It has been renovated by the Fine Arts Department, which has preserved the structure of the pillars, walls, and principal Buddha image, as well as various antiques very well, especially the principal Buddha image made of cement. Mucalinda Pond or Naga Pond is a sacred pond believed to be the residence of the Naga Mucalinda, which is often visited by people who come to pay homage and ask for blessings by pouring water over their heads for good luck. However, women are prohibited from entering the pond, but they can still pay homage and ask for blessings at the Naga shrine in front of the pond. Importantly, the water from Mucalinda Pond is considered sacred and has been used in the water pouring ceremony and other important ceremonies during the current reign. In addition to the pagoda, there is also a group of ancient sites called Sattha Maha Sathan, which were built according to Buddhist beliefs, meaning a replica of a place related to the Lord Buddha. After the enlightenment, there are 7 places: Bodhi Ballan, Animmis Chedi, Ratanajongkrom Chedi, Ratanaghara Chedi, Ajapalanigrod Chedi, Mucalinda Chedi and Rajayatana Chedi. In Wat Phra That Bang Phuan, it is considered the only place in the world that still has all 7 ancient sites remaining from the past. Phra That Bang Phuan is considered a sacred place according to beliefs and the legend of the Urankathu. It is a sacred chedi of Nong Khai Province. Buddhists and tourists travel to pay homage to the chedi for good fortune. #VisitingHistoricalSite #MissingForestsAndMountains #OurHeartsAreAtTheSea #WorthVisitingHomestays #CampingLover #BuffetLover

“Good Food Restaurant” A collection of delicious food menus, good service, clean, inexpensive, and also participating in the Rao Tiew Duay Kan and Khon La Khrueng projects. Every time I come here, I never miss it. #Buffet Review #Northeastern Team

Wat Lamduan, a temple located on the banks of the Mekong River. The Buddha statue stands tall facing the Laos side and is opposite the Green Naga. There is a pagoda that can make all wishes come true for people to come and pray for all wishes. Nearby is the Wihan Luang Pho Sila Kham, another tourist attraction that should not be missed. #Songkran tourist attractions

Chan Pha Homestay, Sangkhom District, Nong Khai Province This is a place to stay on the banks of the Mekong River with a great atmosphere. There are many types of rooms: tents, teepees, vans, and houses. The most expensive is 1,600 baht, which is a van that can accommodate 4 people and has a private bathroom. Breakfast is included, which is a pan-fried egg. If you want to order a pan-fried pork for dinner, it costs 250 baht per set. This is a place to stay that is very suitable for relaxation. #Songkran travel destinations