Si Sa Ket is a quiet province on the Cambodia border with Khmer
ruins scattered throughout the province.Most notable are the two ruined
sanctuaries of Wat Sa Kamphaeng Yai and Noi,dating back to the 10 th
century.
However, the most famous Khmer site is actually in Cambodia. Khao
Phra Wihan was built over 10 centuries ago and is one of the most
spectacular Angkor-period sites. Built as a Hindu temple, it begins in
Thailand and rises to 600 metres with the main sanctuary in Cambodia.
After a long period of war, its wonderful craftsmanship,stairways
and courts are now being restored. Thi walk to the summit is long and
steep, but visitors are sure to be impressed by the size and complexity
of its design.
Si Sa Ket has an area of 8,840 square kilometres, comprising the following districts: Muang Si Sa  Ket,
Kanthararom, Kantharalak, Khun Han, Phrai Bung, Khukhan, Prang Ku,
Uthumphon Phisai, Rasi Salai, Yang Chum Noi, Huai Thap Than, Non Khun,
Si Rattana, Wang Hin, Bueng Bun, Nam Kliang, Phu Sing, Benchalak, Muang
Chan, Pho Si Suwan and Sila Lat. |
