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Ancient Khmer ruins
are the major attraction of Buri Ram, with a
number of temple ruins that were originally
built between the 10th and 13th centuries. The
largest, most important and most
spectacular of these temples is the hilltop temple
complex of Prasat Hin Khao Phanom Rung which is
built on top of an ancient extinct volcano. Second
in magnificence only to Nakhon Ratchasima's
Phimai, the site combines architectural wonder
with a superb location that commands panoramic
views of the surrounding countryside and it has
been converted into a Buddhist temple although
it was first built as a Hindu monument.
The most magnificent
part of this Angkor monument is the promenade
leading to the main gate and the craftsmanship
here represents the pinnacle of Khmer artistic
achievement. Guided tours by English-speaking
guides are available while a visitors centre
nearby has a scale model of the area together
with exhibits on artifacts found at this site.
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