Si Thep Historical Park, Phetchabun

Some 130 kilometres south of Phetchabun on Highway Number 21, is the Si Thep Historical Park. Si Thep is an ancient town where many architectural structures still remain to indicate its past prosperity during the 11th – 18th Buddhist centuries.

It was once the centre of contact between the Dvarravati Kingdom in the central Plain Basin and the Khmer Kingdom in the Northest. A twin- city, there were over one hundred ancient sites all built with bricks and laterite, most of them have since crumbled.

There are also remains of several ponds spread out all over the area. Most of the ancient relics recovered are parts of architectural nature such as elaborate lintels, plastered designs and sema stone and human skeletons still are adorned with ornamental pieces. In 2000, it got a Thailand Tourism Award for guaranteeing welfare of culture and ancient buildings.

Phu Hin Rong Kla

North along the border between Phitsanulok Province and Phetchabun Province, Phu Hin Rong Kla is a national park with scenic attractions and historical significance.

In the past, it was the stage of armed conflicts due to political differences between the Thai people. Phu Hin Rong Kla's climate is similar to Phu Kra Dung and Phu Luang.

Because of its high attitude, the park is cool all year round. In the cool season, when temperature can occasionally drop to freezing point, mist can cool and pleasant. The deciduous trees and cold flowers attract many tourists.

Phetchabun Thailand

Phetchabun is a province in the lower northern region of Thailand. It is situated between the northern and the central region. From historical evidence, it is believed that Phetchabun was established by two kingdoms – namely the Sukhothai Kingdom, and the Ayutthaya Period of the great King Narai.

Initially the province was called "Phe-cha-buth" as "Phuenchapura", which means the city that is plenty of crops. The reason for being given such name is because the province is very fertile and full of natural resources. Because of the fertility of the land, Phetchabun has always been agriculturally productive area.

Today, Phetchabun is a province with rich tourism potential such as fascinating nature, prosperous history for more than 1,400 years and indigenous traditional ceremonies.

Nam Nao National Park, Phetchabun

Fifty kilometers from the west of Lom Sak District is Nam Nao National Park. It is immense tract of forest still in its original state. It is filled with pineries, glasslands and virgin jungles.

Nam Nao Park is a huge conservation park where people can learn about plants, wild animals or outdoor activities. Visitors can touch with the great nature and a large number of wild animals closely with trekking. If not, Nam Noa is a paradise of people who love to watch the birds. It is habitat for more than 100 species of birds.

The winter is the most popular season that a great deal of tourists usually come to visit because they can touch with the beautiful sea of frog and the alluring of the forest with many varieties of trees. The mountains and forests create a cooler climate in the park. The daytime, temperatures are very pleasant with an average annual temperature of 25 Degree Celsius.

The coldest month is being November that temperature as low as 0 degree celsius among the frost and beautiful pineries.

Khao Kho Phetchabun

The most engaging national park of Phetchabun Province is Khao Kho National Park, about 1 hour northwest of Phetchabun town.

It was designated to be " Little Switzerland" from many visitors, because of beautiful scenery and cool weather like Switzerland.It was once a battle field against communist insurgents conducted their struggles against the authorities.

Its charming scenery and great weather allure tourists to see the mountain – top, army base turned into a museum, a Chedi containing a holy relic and enjoy trekking in the open zoo and non – hunting areas.