A beautiful temple to visit near Roiet, maybe 80 km, Wat Pha Nam Tip. This chedi is on the hill, with a nice scenic view. They say it’s the biggest Cheddi in the world…
Located in Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), this is one of the many dining options available to visitors and expats in the Isaan region of Thailand. When visiting restaurants in Korat, it is customary to order several dishes to share. Most restaurants in this area serve both Thai and international cuisine, and staff often speak some English.
Getting There
Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) is located approximately 250 km northeast of Bangkok. You can reach Korat by bus from Bangkok’s Mo Chit terminal (about 3.5 hours), by train from Hua Lamphong station, or by minivan from Chatuchak. Tuk-tuks and songthaews (shared trucks) are the most common local transport within the city.
About Isaan Cuisine
The Isaan region of northeastern Thailand has its own distinct culinary tradition, influenced by Lao and Khmer cultures. Signature dishes include som tam (spicy papaya salad), larb (spiced minced meat salad), sticky rice (khao niao), and grilled chicken (gai yang). Food in Isaan tends to be spicier and more sour than central Thai food, using ingredients like padaek (fermented fish sauce) and fresh herbs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wat Pha Nam Tip in Roi-Et?
Wat Pha Nam Tip is a forest temple (วัดป่าน้ำทิพย์) in Roi-Et province, northeastern Thailand. Forest temples in Isaan follow the Thai Forest Tradition of meditation practice and are typically built in natural settings away from urban centres, emphasizing simplicity and contemplative practice.
What is the Thai Forest Tradition?
The Thai Forest Tradition (Kammatthana) is a reform movement within Theravada Buddhism emphasising strict Vinaya discipline and meditation practice in forest settings. Key figures include Ajahn Mun Bhuridatta (1870–1949) and Ajahn Chah. Many forest temples in Isaan are associated with highly revered meditation masters.
Is it possible to meditate at forest temples in Thailand as a foreigner?
Yes — many Thai forest temples accept foreign visitors and some offer formal meditation retreats for non-Thais. Rules are strict: modest dress, silence in meditation areas, no alcohol, vegetarian or simple food. Contact the temple in advance. Organizations like the International Dharma Hermitage (Wat Suan Mokkh) offer English-language retreats.
What should visitors know before visiting a Thai forest temple?
Dress modestly (full coverage, neutral colours). Remove shoes before entering any building. Speak quietly. Do not touch monks or hand objects directly to them. Women should leave a gap when near monks. Donations are welcomed but not required. Photography may be restricted inside meditation halls.
Thai citizens pay 40 baht. Foreigners pay 200. After 21 years in Thailand, after permanent residency, after paying Thai income tax for over a decade, I asked the ticket seller a simple question in Thai: yutitham mai? Is this fair? On dual pricing, fairness, and a beautiful Phetchaburi hill palace.
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