Buriram is a land of ancient Khmer prosperity. The southern part of the province has a number of
Khmer sanctuaries, the most magnificent being Phanom Rung, regarded as
one of the most beautiful examples of Khmer architecture in Thailand.
Buriram is 410 kilometres from Bangkok. It has an area of 10,321 square
kilometres. The province is divided into the following districts:
Mueang Buriram, Nang Rong, Lam Plai Mat, Prakhon Chai, Phutthaisong,
Satuek, Krasang, Ban Kruat, Khu Mueang, Lahan Sai, Nong Ki, Pakham, Na
Pho, Nong Hong, Phlapphla Chai, Huai Rat, Non Suwan, Chalerm Phra Kiat,
Chamni, Non Din Daeng, Chaloem Phra Kiat, Ban Mai Chaiyaphot, Ban Dan,
and Khaen Dong |
