Ubon Ratchathani… City of faith and art

Ubon Ratchathani is not only the easternmost border city of Thailand, but also a city full of valuable arts and culture, beautiful temples beyond imagination, and national festivals that you must see with your own eyes at least once in your life!

🛕 Wat Phra That Nong Bua – A white and gold pagoda in the middle of the city
This temple is not only beautiful, but also elegant and powerful! The Phra That Chedi Si Maha Pho stands tall with Indian architectural style, perfectly blended with local art. Inside, the relics of the Lord Buddha are enshrined. It is a place that provides both peace and encouragement, perfect for starting your path of faith.

🎉 Candle Festival – A magnificent work of Buddhist art
Once a year! The Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival is the ultimate in splendor. The candle procession is carved by master craftsmen from all over Ubon Ratchathani, decorated with colors and stories of the life of the Lord Buddha that are as delicate as the paintings! The procession, local dances, and the atmosphere of faith of the people – I must say that it is unforgettable.

🛐 Ubon Ratchathani City Pillar Shrine – The center of the city's people's hearts
Located in the heart of Ubon Ratchathani It is a sacred place full of faith. People often come to worship and ask for blessings for good fortune in terms of work, health, and family. The atmosphere is shady and peaceful, perfect for starting a trip to Ubon with a good feeling.

🐉 Wat Sa Prasan Suk (Wat Ban Na Muang) – Art of Faith in the Form of a Suphannahong Boat & Naga in the Middle of the Pond
A temple full of exquisite design power! The chapel is built in the form of a “Suphannahong Boat” standing out elegantly in the middle of the water, with a “5-headed Naga Pond Shrine” connected by a walkway in the shape of a Naga’s tail that leads to the heart of faith. There is also a three-headed Erawan elephant archway, which is believed that whoever passes under it will have their lifespan extended and be auspicious. It is a beautiful temple full of merit-making activities, such as feeding fish, releasing turtles, or taking amazing photos.
📌 Summary
Ubon Ratchathani is a city of sacred peace, but is also filled with exquisite art, the beauty of temples, and the grandeur of traditions that tell the deep roots of Isan culture. When you come, you will get more than just a trip… but you will definitely be fully recharged.

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Post by Paul HKT | Jul 27, 2025