Travelers seeking an inspiring trip must not miss this route. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Buriram office, invites you to journey "Following the Compassionate Path, the Route of Faith of Her Majesty the Queen Mother," to experience the beauty of silk, simple lifestyles, and the deep devotion of the people of Buriram.
This trip offers everyone a chance to experience the grand story reflecting Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s royal resolve to promote occupations and preserve Thai heritage wisdom through six enchanting destinations.
For fabric lovers, this is the starting point of the “Silpakorn Project Under Royal Patronage” since 1981. Visitors can watch exquisite demonstrations of silk and local cotton weaving, engage with artisans, and purchase quality handmade products directly. The highlight is taking home "the heartfelt stories of Napho people" along with beautiful fabric.
Immerse yourself in a true slow-life experience by witnessing the entire silk cycle—from mulberry cultivation, silkworm rearing, silk reeling, to dyeing and weaving. Here, tourists can try their hand at the craft and buy excellent OTOP silk products to take home.
When in Buriram, don't miss paying respects to "Phra Chao Yai," a sacred sandstone Buddha statue in the Maravijaya posture, over 700 years old (19th-20th Buddhist centuries), highly revered by people of Buriram and neighboring provinces.
Admire the authentic Isan architectural beauty of the “Bo Sut Maha Uth” with its single entrance door, believed to be highly sacred for consecration ceremonies of sacred objects. The exterior is decorated with stained glass depicting Buddhist literature in a stunning narrative.
Appreciate the ancient ubosot (ordination hall) built in 1889, a registered historical site. The must-see feature is its murals painted using natural colors from bark and leaves, simply yet powerfully telling the story of the Buddha's life.
End the journey visiting the ancient Hindu sanctuary influenced by Khmer art of the Angkor period (roughly 16th-17th Buddhist centuries). Built with bricks on a sandstone base, it stands as crucial evidence of the former Khmer civilization’s prosperity.
This trip is more than tourism; it's a journey to absorb inspiring stories, connecting us with the heart of communities, the land’s heritage, and the enduring compassion that continues today.
Information and images: Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)