15 places to visit in the Northeast in 2025, the rainy season
by พี ไอ้จ้อยวันนี้เที่ยวไหน
Jun 17, 2025
If you're looking for a pilgrimage destination, a nature retreat, and a stunning photo opportunity, you need to pin "Wat Tham Pha Daen" on your list! 🛕🌿 This temple is located atop a high mountain in Song Dao District, Sakon Nakhon Province. The view is breathtaking, offering a 360-degree view of Sakon Nakhon City and the intricate mountains as far as the eye can see. The atmosphere is truly breathtaking, offering a sense of "compassion and beautiful photos" when you come up here.
📍 Must-See Highlights
• A large carved stone reclining Buddha image on a cliff face, breathtakingly beautiful, reminiscent of a foreign land.
• A Naga head carved into the rock, with meticulous detailing, is a must-see for those seeking spiritual inspiration.
• Tham Pha Daen Cave houses a Buddha image and a peaceful, calming atmosphere, perfect for meditation.
• Mountain views and a sea of mist (sometimes). Visiting in the morning is a truly relaxing yet luxurious experience.
• The various creative photo spots are unique. Every angle is a perfect shot.
🛣 Getting to Wat Tham Pha Daen
• From Sakon Nakhon city, drive about 17 km (30 minutes). The road up the mountain is quite curvy, but the road is good and you can drive up yourself. 🚗
• If you don't have a private vehicle 👉 You can rent a songthaew or tuk-tuk from the city for a negotiable price.
• There's ample parking at the temple grounds, and a songthaew service takes you up to the top. (Private vehicles are strictly prohibited.)
💡 Travel Tips
• We recommend visiting in the morning for cooler weather and beautiful light for great photos.
• Wear white or pastel-toned clothing for photos that perfectly complement the temple atmosphere.
• Don't forget to bring a hat or umbrella, as the sun can be intense in some areas, but photos can be incredibly stylish.
• There's a coffee shop and souvenir shop nearby, so don't worry about running out of water.
In short, "Wat Tham Pha Daen" is a destination that combines faith, natural beauty, and some of the most spectacular photo opportunities in Sakon Nakhon. If you're in Sakon Nakhon and don't visit, you're missing out!
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