Suvarnabhumi Airport 2 hr 5
Prang Khaek (19 min) Archaeological site, history, and architecture Wat Sao Thong Thong (4 min) Small Buddhist temple occupying a building that was originally a Christian chapel. Phra Narai Ratchanivet (18 min) Striking ruins & grounds of a centuries-old palace, plus a museum with ancient artifacts & a cafe. Wat Phrabat Nam Phu (23 min) Somdet Phra Narai National Museum Lopburi (17 min) Ban Chao Wichayen (5 min) Ruins of a 1685 foreign envoy's residence, with a church among several European-style buildings. Wat Bandai Hin (11 min) Archaeological site Kraison Siharat Palace (Yen Palace) (11 min) Louis xiv, archaeological site, and history Wat Tong Pu (6 min) Archaeological site Khao Chin Lae Sunflower Field (26 min) Sprawling fields of sunflowers & other plants are the draw at this charming botanical garden. Lopburi Zoo (7 min) Low-key zoo with a collection of native & exotic wildlife, including orangutans, snakes & birds. Wat Nakorn Kosa (12 min) Historic site and history Prang Sam Yod (17 min) Visitors can interact with monkeys who congregate at these remnants of a former Buddhist temple. Wat Phrasi Rattana Mahathat (14 min) Ruined temple complex said to date from the 12th century, with intricately carved prangs, or towers. Phra Kan Shrine (17 min) Brahman shrine complex dating back to the Khmer era with a golden Vishnu statue & resident monkeys. |