Nakhon Sawan Province is a province in North Thailand. This province has a long history dating back to the Dvaravati era (7th to 11th century). It is also the meeting point for two rivers, the Ping and Nan rivers which converge to form the Chao Phraya River. Its history and geography make Nakhon Sawan a popular destination. With that said, let's take a look at the top 10 places to visit in Nakhon Sawan.
Wat Khiriwong is the first place in Nakhon Sawan that we recommend you visit. This temple is located on the top of a hill in the city of Nakhon Sawan and offers breathtaking views of the city. The exterior of the temple is covered in bright gold. Its interior is home to numerous Buddha statues including an emerald Buddha statue as well as Buddhist paintings.
Nakhon Sawan Observation Tower is a popular viewpoint in Nakhon Sawan city with sweeping views of the city and surrounding areas. It is a 10-story tower with some of the floor providing different activities for tourists like the 2nd and 3rd floors which are covered in restaurants and sovenier shops.
Wat Tham Bo Ya or Wat Thep Nimit Songtham is a cave temple in Nakhon Sawan. This temple is home to the sacred Bo Ya Cave that is believed to contain medicinal water. The cave is divided into three parts with the first part or the entrance housing a Buddha statue, the second part housing the sacred pond, and the third part has another entrance.
Chao Pho Thepharak-Chao Mae Thapthim Shrine is a 130 year old shrine located on the Chao Phraya River opposite Pak Nam Pho Market. This is the spiritual center of the Pak Nam Pho people. The temple provides amazing views of the river and is a popular temple during the Chinese New Year.
Wat Khao Nor is another tourist attraction in Nakhon Sawan that we highly recommend you check out. This is a steep limestone mountain divided into 2 parts: Khao Phra Phutthabat and Khao Nang Phanthurat. The ascent is quite steep, with over 700 steps. But climbing to the top is worth the effort since it provides stunning views of the whole city of Nakhon Sawan.
Engineer Sheep Farm is one of the most interesting places to visit in Nakhon Sawan. It is a great place for an outdoor day trip or an excursion, especially for animal lovers. You can learn about the various animals kept there and there is even a place where you can even feed sheep. In addition, the farm also has a workshop where you can learn more about the animals.
Wat Pa Sirivadhanawisuth is a temple that was built to honor King Rama IX during his golden anniversary. The temple's stunning architecture was inspired by Thai-Indian art style. Inside of the temple you'll find a Sri Phutthakhaya chedi which was modeled from the Bodhgaya Pagoda, India.
Chum Saeng Municipal Food Market is another popular tourist attraction in Nakhon Sawan. The market is around a hundred year olds located next to the Nan river. This market used to be an important trade junction and was an important makret for rice. The market is home to well-preserved houses from its glory days.
Bueng Boraphet is the largest freshwater swamp and lake in Thailand, covering an area of 3 districts, namely Mueang Nakhon Sawan District, Tha Tako District, and Chum Saeng District. The lake is home to a large variety of birds, especially during the winter season. In the middle of the swamp,you'll find a raft palace built during the reign of King Rama VI.
Dechatiwongse Bridge or “the door to the North”as locals call it is an important historical bridge of the province. This is an old bridge that has been in use for more than 60 years and is also one of the most beautiful two-colored river viewpoints. It is also one of the province's most beautiful sunset spots.
These are the 10 places to visit in Nakhon Sawan, Thailand. The province promises a bit of everything from lakes to farms to temples ot viewpoints and is well worth a visit.
