Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao Temple or Phu Prao Temple , another popular name is Wat Pho . This temple is located on a high hill. in Sirindhorn District Ubon Ratchathani Province It is a simulation of the environment of Wat Pa Himmaphan or Khao Krailas. On the top of the mountain, we can see the golden buddhist temple. It stands out beautifully. Behind the chapel is a green glow painting of the Kalapapruek tree. behind the temple at night It's really beautiful. Sometimes, if you're lucky, you'll see glowing stars around the chapel and I recommend you to go on a dark moon night. Because the darker it gets, the more clearly we can see the glow of the Kalapapruek tree and the stars. The temple is located about 70 km from the city of Ubon Ratchathani if traveling from the starting point at the province. go straight to the path Phibunmangsahan District When reaching Phibun Mangsahan District, there will be a three-way intersection. Turn left to Sirindhorn District. Drive straight to that line, which can reach tourist attractions like Pattaya Noi. Inland Sea, people in Ubon or Sirindhorn Dam which is on the way And the temple is about 3 km before the Chong Mek immigration checkpoint. On the left hand side there will be a sign indicating the entrance to the temple on the main road. By turning left, go straight...
Read moreGlow in the dark temple, absolutely worth a trip if you are in the area.
The temple grounds and building itself are nothing special, but as soon as the sun starts setting it becomes magical. The tree of live on the east facing wall has luminescent paint that emits a turquoise glow as the sunlight starts to fade. There are also many decorative patterns on the ground surrounding the temple that are covered in blue and turquoise luminescent paint. The whole place just ‘shines’ at night. Just to manage expectations, this is not LED lighting that is smack in your face, but rather subtle luminescent paint that emits a gentle glow and will gradually fade over time. If you are a photographer, bring a tripod (I forgot mine) to capture the glow in long exposure mode. Definitely plan to stay until it’s completely dark to see the full magic. We were actually surprised how many Thai tour groups left shortly after the sun hid behind the horizon, while the skies were still illuminated - they missed the nicest part! Talking of tour groups, we visited on a Sunday night and it was quite busy, especially with people lining up to take pictures in front of the tree of life. Visiting on a weekday may be more tranquil. But as mentioned most tour groups left before it was completely dark. Plan to arrive by 6pm and stay until at...
Read moreSirinthornwararam Phu Prao Temple looks captivating with its luminous Tree of Life. The decorations on the temple grounds which resemble roots that extend from the Tree of Life will also glow after the sunsets. The unique fluorescence beauty of Sirinthornwararam Phu Prao Temple is something I will never forget about this trip to Ubon Ratchathani. Also known as Wat Sirindhorn Wararam, Stunningly decorated monument and place of worship located on the top of a hill. Besides the beauty of the shrine you are also being rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view over the Sirindhorn Lake and the mountains over the Laotian border on the other side. After sunset it gets lit up with an amazing combination of blue and golden colors. I would defifinitively come back here again. The best time to see the phenomenon is during the dry season (December to late April) because the sun is more present
Free to visit. Try to reach before sunset for a great view. Make your way to the back of the temple to see the night glow. Very good visit but can be busy so be...
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