Sa Kaeo – Sa Khwan

These two ponds are located in Tambon Sa Kaeo on the west tern side of town. Before approaching the city, turn right at 246^th kilometers. It is belived that these two ponds contain sacred water once usedfor the coronation ceremony. The name of the province (Sa Kaeo)  had been derived from this venue, Whereby Somdej Chaophraya Maha Kasatsuk (King Rama I Later) went to fight with the Cambodians, and stopped at this site to use sacred water to swear for the fighting courage.

Pang Sida National Park

Covering the area in Amphoe Muang, Amphoe Watthana Nakhon,Amphoe ta phraya of Sa Kaeo and Amphoe Na Di of Prachin Buri, the park occupies an area of 884 square kilometers or 527,500 Rai. It has been declared a national park on February 24, 1982. The photography area cinsists of complex highlands with various and diversified forests, and an abundant of wild and rare animals Tha area is the origin of many creeks which form the Bang Pakong River. The major attrctions in the park are:

The waterfall is approximately 800 meters from the park office. With a large pond below the 10 meter waterfall, the surroundings are very shady, with much water during the rainy season.

About 3 kilometers from the park office and about 2.5 kilometers from Namtok Pang Sida, the 10 meter waterfall can be reached by 2 trekking trails which are suitable for nature study.

Built under H.M.the King’s Project to improve the irrigation, the resevoir is located in Moo 7 Tambon Tha Yaek,about 32 kilometers from town. It is a dam that is 17.50 meters high, and 720 meters long, surrounded by various kinds of forests. Its spectacular views are most suitable for relaxation.

This waterfall is near the reservoir, with 3 levels which are 400-500 meters apart.

Kwae Maka Waterfall is about 6 kilometers from the 40^th kilometer. It is approximately 70 meters high. The trail is suitable for trekking. Nearby, there are various waterfalls located at different distances from Kwae Maka Waterfall. These waterfalls are Rak Sai Yoi Waterfall (500 meters), Lan Hin Yai Waterfall (1.5 kilometers), Suan Msn snd Suan Thong Waterfalls (3 kilometers), Man Thara Waterfall (4 kilometers), To discover these waterfalls, you might need to spend 2-3 days because they are located deep into the forest.

The waterfall can be reached by a walking distance of about  10 kilometers from the 22th kilometer. There are many bats living in this area.

Situated in the huge valley at the 25^th and 35^th kilometer, sunrise and sunset can be watched here at this view point.

From the park office about 5 kilometers, to Moo Ban Khlong Phak Khom – Thoug Pho for about 50 kilometers, this source in Huay Nam Yen Forest, has been surveyed since 1991.

The National Park has house renting service at 500-600 Baht/person/night. For more details, contact Pang Sida National Park P.O. Box 55, Tambon Tha Yaek, Amphoe Muang, Sa Kaeo 27000, Tel: (01) 947-5948 or National Park Div., Dept. of Forestry, Bangkhen, Bangkok at Tel: 561-4292 ext. 724,725, or 579-5734, 579-7223.

From town, heading north by using Highway No. 3462 about 27 kilometers, the National Park is on the right. If tourists need to travel by public transportation, they can use mini-cab route is by train (Bangkok – Aranyaprathet), getting off at Sa Kaeo Station, then use mini-cab as mentioned above.

            Located at Tambon Nong Mak Fai, this site has the area is by using the same route to Pang Sida National Park, pass Tha Krabak Reservoir for about 500 meters, turn left about 3 kilometers. Under wildlife Sanctuary  Bureau of Forestry Department, this sanctuary has been established in 1983, initiated by H.M. the Queen Sirikit to conserve rare and wild animals, and disseminates information, and knowledge in wildlife.

Situated at Moo 4 Tambon Phakkha, this archeologiscal site of the khmer period has 2 walls. The exterior wall is made of clay, while the interior is made of laterite. The site faces to the east with only one entrance. At the northern corner, there is a pond. Also, there are ruins of the ancient buildings in the central part of the site on the west side.

Located in front of Aranyaprathet Police Station, with the height of 1.29 meters, this is the imitation of the real Phra Siam Dewathiraj, built by Phra Uthai Thammathari in 1975. The people of Aranyaprathet construted a throne with four posts to house the image has been worshipped by the people of Aranyaprathet ane nearby provinces.

Situated on the Thailand-Cambodia border at Ban Khlong Luek, Tambon Tha Kham, the gate was constructed in 1939. The shape of the gate consists of two octagonal 15 meter towers, with the base used as the guarding area. These towers were destroyed by war. In 1959, the left tower was reconstructed in the same shape to commemorate the dead and injured soldiers. The right tower was altered to a huge marble heart-shaped boundary stone facing Cambodia, with the Garuda (mythical bird man) image on top, and the name “Thailand” below.

It is also known as Talad (Market) Rong Kluea, which is Ban khlong Luek, Tambon Tha Kham on Thailand-Cambodia border, east to Aranyaprathet town about 6 kilometers, on Highway No.33 (sa Kaeo-Aranyaprathet). This market is a major business center in trading goods from Cambodia such as brassware, ceramics, Clothers Russian electrical appliances, dried fish, etc.

Traveling to Cambodia must apply for visa, which are divided into 2 categories:

Tourist Visa : US$ 20 per person for 30 days of staying, and can be extended once for another 30 days.

Business Visa : US$ 25 per person for 30 days of staying, and can be extenced once for another 1 year.

The Aranyaprathet international immigration control is 500 meters from Talad Rong Kluea. Passport bearers can pass and travel to third country with approved visa from the Cambodian Embassy or Consulate. This is the shortest way  to travel in Cambodia. There are vans, pick-up trucks for rental service to Poipet, Siam Riap

This temple is located in Moo 2, Tambon Ban Mai Nong Sai. It is on Thana Withi Road. It was built in 1925 during the reign of King Rama VI. The highlight of this temple is the beautiful chapel (ubosoth) which houses the imitation of Lord Buddha’s footprint made from brass.

This is situated in Wat Khao Noi Si Chomphu, Tambon Khlong Nam Sai,which is 12 kilometers to the South of the city. This ancient venue is on the 80 meter hill. With the Stairs of 254 step, this site is composed of three towers (prang). However, only the central one has been remained. It has been registered in year 1935 by the Department of Fine Arts as the national ancient site. Some sandstone lintels and statues were found, and they are now displayed at the Prachin Buri National Museum.

This mountain is about 17 kilometers from the city, on hHighway No. 317 (Sa Kaeo- Chantaburi) 131^st – 132^nd kilometer. The highest point is about 240 meters. There are 72 interesting caves. On the foot of the mount, is the location of Wat Khao Chakan and a botanical garden. There are stairs to the top which is agood viewpoint.

This ancient archeological venue, with three temples, is located at Ban Nong Samet. Facing to the east, with 4-side moat, a group of sandstone towers (prang) stand inside the laterite walls. Two Khmer stone inscriptions were found and are now kept in the National Library. Tourists can use the road Aranyaprathet-Ta Phrata, turn right at Ban Nong Mek. It is about 36 kilometers from Aranyaprathet.

This temple is on Khao lone in Ban Charoen Suk, Tambon Thap Raj. The architectural style of this site is similar to that of Prasat Khao Noi. There were four towers (prang). However, only the central one is still existed. To the northeastern part of the temple are two large ponds which are connected to the temple by using highway No. 3068 (Ta Phraya - Buriram), and then turning left to Ban charoen Suk. It is about 28 kilometers from Ta Phraya.

Located at Ban Khlong Yang, Tambon Thap Raj, this venue is a large area of about 800 acres with many earth pillars is various shapes like the ones in Phrae Province. They are indeed an amazingly beautiful site of nature wonder. At Ban Khlong Yang, home – stay trip is available.

Ta Phraya National Park was declared a National Park in 1996. The park covers an area of 371,250 rai (equivalent to 594 sq.km.). The area surrounding the park and the boundary of the park form a straight line connecting Pangsida National Park from the west to Cambodia in the east. In the north, the park is connected to Tab Lan National Park and Buriram provinces, whereas in the south, the park boundary touches Ta Phraya distric of Sakaeo Province. This is also where the administrative offices of the park are located.

The general landscape of the park is a plain area surrounded by hilly tracks. The major hill track of the park is the Bantad hill track, which stretches eastward as a natural boundary line separating Thailand and Cambodia. Hillside areas a botanical plain, with a tropical forest in pristine condition made up of many tree varieties.

The park is a major water source, and numerous streams and rivers have their origins here, including the Satone River, Huay Sabkradon and Nangrong rivers. It is also home to various kinds of animals such as Gaur, deer, wild pig, Antellope, and more than 300 different species of birds.

Ta Phraya National Park can be reached by driving along National Highway No. 33, passing through Sakaeo province and Wattana Nakhon district. After reaching Aranyaprathet district, urn left onto National Highway No.27.The road to the park is a 13 –km-long nonsurfaced road. 4WD vehicles are recommended.

Those interested in studying nature, please contact the office of Ta Phraya National Parkdirectly at P.O. Box 20, Tambol Tapraj, Amphoe Ta Phraya, Sakaeo Province, 27180. TelL01) 470-5210 (please contact the office 15 days in advance.)

Lalu is a new natural attraction of Sakaeo. It is located in BanKlong Yang ofTambon Tambon Tapraj. It is approximately 36 km. Away from the town hall. “Lalu” is a Khmer word meaning “pierced”, due to the natural phenomenon of spectacular rock formations caused by a shallow depression in the ground where soil erosion has produced strange shapes like city wall, cliff, rocket and others also found in “Phae Muang Phi” of Phrae Province. For this reason, Lalu is also known as “New Phae Muang Phi”.

The area covered by Lalu is approximately 2,000 rai, and offers beautiful scenery and attractions. It is on ideal place for visiting. To reach Lalu, take National Highway No. 348 Aranyaprathet n Ta Phraya from Aranyaprathet district. Turn left at Ban Gudteoy (km marker35 n 36) along highway No. 3486, and continue long until you reach Ban Koklan (km.Marker 8 n 9). Here turn left onto Ban Koklan n Nong Pak Wan road, and follow this road for 18 kilometers. From Nong Pak Wan, take the nonsurfaced road for another for another I kilometer to the village and Lalu.