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  Phra That Si Song Rak - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Phra That Si Song Rak (also Phra That Sri Song Hak, and varied other spellings) is a Buddhist stupa built in c.
The ancient kingdoms of Lan Xang and Ayutthaya enjoyed a strong amount of common bond, and faced a common enemy (the Burmese).
Phra That Sri Songrak was built on the border.
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 seite32.htm   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Si Chiang Mai (not to be confused with Chiang Mai city in Northern Thailand) is a town in Nong Khai Province, some 55km (35mi) by road west of the town of Nong Khai, on the bank of the Mekong River.
Departures at Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong Station are at 6:50 (arrival at Si Saket 15:40), 7:15 (arr 19:21), 15:25 (arr 3:13), 18:45 (arr 4:16), 21:00 (arr 5:57), 22:45 (arr 8:26) and 23:25 (arr 11:03).
Departures from Si Saket for Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong Station are at 0:11 (arrival in Bangkok at 12:00), 7:55 (arr 17:25), 8:29 (arr 19:40), 14:53 (arr 3:00), 17:49 (arr 3:30), 18:55 (arr 4:35) and 20:07 (arr 5:20).
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 Loei, Pilgrimage to the Sacred Temples   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
This temple was built in 1560 as the symbol of fraternal relationship between Somdet Phra Maha Chakkaphat of the Ayutthaya Kingdom and Phrachao Chaiya chetthathirat of the Lan Xang Kingdom.
This sacred Phra That was built as a symbol of sincerity and friendship, while red color represents blood and violence.
A visit to Phra Thaen is worthwhile, as it bestows not only moral happiness, but also an insight into the meaning of Phra That to the people’s way of life, specially those in Saeng Pha.
www.thai-tour.com /eng/loei/sacred-temples.html   (1120 words)

  
 North Thailand...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Phra That Si Song Rak is on the bank of the Man River, 83 kilometers from Amphoe Muang.
Kaeng Song Klhon wates fall is at Ban Hua Na Yung on the Dan Sai-Nakhon Thai road (Highway No. 2013), 400 metres past Phra That Si Song Rak and another 2 kilometres on a road on the right.
Phra That Satcha is at Wat Lat Pu 2 kilometers from the district office.
www.thailand4you.info /frame/north.cfm   (1064 words)

  
 Loei Hotels Travel - Loei Temples   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Phra That Si Song Rak is on the bank of the Man River, 83 kilometres from Amphoe Muang.
Built in the Ayutthaya period in 1560 to be a symbol of camaraderie between Ayutthaya and Si Sattana Khanahut (Vientiane), it is worth a visit, especially during the Phi Ta Khon celebration held there every May or June.
Phra That Satcha is at Wat Lat Pu, 2 kilometres from the district office.
www.lostinthailand.com /thailand-guides/loei-temples.html   (237 words)

  
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Merit-making is central to the Boon Phra Wate ceremony with villagers congregating at the temple to listen to a total of 13 Buddhist sermons.
During the invocation ritual, white pebbles symbolic of Phra Upakud are collected from the river bed, consecrated and taken back to Phon-chai Temple where sacred rituals are performed in honour of Phra Upakud, a Buddha image associated with rainmaking rituals.
Modelled after the original Phra That Phanom, the Phra That Satcha was constructed to continue the religious symbolism represented by the original stupa in Nakhon Phanom.
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 Thailand.com - Destination Travel Guides!
Phra That Si Song Rak was constructed between 1560 and 1563 by King Chakraphat of Ayutthaya and King Chai Chetta of Lan Xang of Laos, in order to commemorate mutual collaboration between the two of Kingdoms.
Over 30 meters high, Phra That Si Song Rak has a majestic chapel containing a gilded statue of the Buddha protected by a naga and a tall Laotian-style lotus-bud.
Annually attended by thousands of people, Phra That Si Song Rak is located on the bank of Man River, 83 km from Loei.
www.thailand.com /travel/destination/dest_northeast_loei_phrathatsisongrak.htm   (101 words)

  
 Loei : Tourism In Thailand : Thailand Information : SunSITE@TH
Phra That Satcha is located in the area of Wat Lat Pu, Ban Tha Li.
The architectural structure of Phra That Satcha consists of the blossomed lotuses with 3 layered petals, one meter high sprung around the pagoda.
The Phra That, similar in style to Phra That Phanom, is 33 meters high and topped with the white 7 tiered umbrella of sovereignty.
sunsite.au.ac.th /ThaiInfo/TourismInThailand/northeast/loei   (863 words)

  
 Loei Thailand Attractions - hotels information and travel guide
Phra That Si Song Rak is a plaster-covered brick pagoda with a square base of 11 meters on each side.
Built in the Ayutthaya period in 1560 as a symbol of camaraderie between Ayutthaya and Si Sattana Khanahut (Vientiane), the place it is worth a visit, especially during the Phi Ta Khon celebration held there every May or June.
Other than a replica of Phra Phutthachinnarat (of Phitsanulok Province) that is enshrined here, there is a wax figure of the late Luang Pho Phra Maha Phan Sila Wisuttho, the founder of the temple.
www.thailand-guide.org /thailand/loei/amphoe-dan-sai.htm   (297 words)

  
 = Thailand Holiday Destination.com =
It is the only province in Thailand which has the dubious distinction of the mercury plummeting to zero Celcius.
Phra That Si Song Rak is located on the bank of Man River about one kilometer away from Amphoe Dan Sai.
Wat Si Khun Muang is located to the North of the Chiang Khan market.
www.thailandholidaydestinations.com /northeast/loei.html   (724 words)

  
 Ayutthaya - 417 Years Capital of Siam   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Phra Mongkhon Bophit, a large bronze cast Buddha image was originally enshrined outside the Grand palace to the east.
Later in the reign of Phra Chao Sua, the top of the Mondop was burnt down by a fire due to a thunderbolt.
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya is well known for many distinctive handicrafts, Palm leaf fish mobiles and basketry, including Sand Stone Carvings-Imitation Antiques,knives and swords and doll.
www.accomthailand.com /htmlliben/seh08en.html   (5023 words)

  
 Lopburi - Old Town of Thailand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Boundary The North stretches to Phetchabun and Nakhon Sawan The South stretches to Saraburi and Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya The East stretches to Nakhon Ratchasima and Chaiyaphum The West stretches to Singburi and Angthong and Nakhon Sawan
Phra Prathiap Buildings eight two-stories buildings behind King Monkut's residence were used as the residence of inner court officials.Prang Nang Phom Hom Some 2 kms.
The Wihan at Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Auytthaya 26.
www.accomthailand.com /htmlliben/seh09en.html   (3094 words)

  
 Phra That Si Song Rak in Loei - Thailand Travel Information
Located on a hill by the Man River and built in 1560 on the border of the Ayutthaya and Lang Xang Kingdoms, Phra That Si Song Rak symbolizes the resolve of the kings of these two kingdoms not to invade each other’s territory and to join forces against Burmese invaders.
The temple was built in a style similar to that found in Laos and has a 30-metre-high ‘chedi’.
Phra That Si Song Rak is a focal point of a festival in May where residents of Dan Sai district offer items made of candle wax to the temple’s monks.
www.discoverythailand.com /Loei_Phra_That_Si_Song_Rak.asp   (251 words)

  
 Loei Hotels Travel - Loei Sightseeing
For tourists, there are traditional northeastern restaurants on the bank selling grilled fish and river shrimp.
Kaeng Song Khon waterfall is at Ban Hua Na Yung on the Dan Sai-Nakhon Thai Road (Highway No. 2013), 400 metres past Phra That Si Song Rak and another 2 kilometres on a road on the right.
Chaloem Phra Kiat Public Park is in front of Loei Municipality.
www.lostinthailand.com /thailand-guides/loei-sightseeing.html   (950 words)

  
 Loeipittayakom School   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
As one of the most renowned attractions of the country, Phu Kradung is ideal for naturalists to visit.
Built in the commemoration of the good cooperation between Phra Maha Chakkrapat of Ayuthaya and Phra Chao Chai Chetthathirat of krung Si Satthna Kanahut (Vietiane)
A replica of Phra Phutthachinnarat is the main Buddha image here.
www.loeipit.ac.th /english/loei/loei.htm   (659 words)

  
 Udon Thani tourist attractions
Phu Phra Bat park is located on 'Phu Phra bat' which is a part of the Phu Phan range.
Later in 1920, the Chedi that resembles Phra That Phanom was built on top of the footprint.
Phra That Sri Song Rak monument was constructed in 1560 to commemorate the mutual cooperation between Krung Sir Ayuthaya and Krung Sri Satana Kanahut.
www.udonmap.com /udon_thani_Tourist_attractions.html   (1527 words)

  
 Loei Travel,Loei Province,Loei in Thailand
The shrine is in remembrance of the co-operation between Krung Sri Ayuthaya and Krung Sri Satana Kanahut.
Located 2 km away from Amphoe Tha Li Administrative office, Phra That Satcha is known for it's architecture.
The shrine is more than 30 meters tall, with a 7 tiered white umbrella of sovereignty on it's summit.
thailand.tourism-asia.net /loei.html   (582 words)

  
 North East Trip 2001 Gallery
Phra That Si Song Rak  is located on the bank of Man River about one kilometer away from Amphoe Dan Sai.
Phetchabun is the province situated almost at the middle point of Thailand, 346 kms.
It occupies an overall area of 12,668 square kilometers, is administratively divided into 11 Amphoes : Muang, Lom Sak, Chon Daen, Lom Kao, Wichian Buri,Nong Phai, Si Thep, Bung Sam Phan, Wang Pong, Nam Nao and Khao Kho.
members.fortunecity.com /kesawan/northeasttrip.htm   (538 words)

  
 loei_province   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
In 1853 king Mongkut (Rama IV) founded the city of Loei to better administer the increased population in the area.
{- valign=topThe seal of the province shows the stupa (tower) at Phra That Si Song Rak built in 1560.
It was built by King Maha Chakrapat of the Ayutthaya kingdom, and King Chai Chetha of Lan Xang, and marked the boundary between the two kingdoms.
www.traveltropicalbeaches.com /wiki/?title=Loei_province   (288 words)

  
 Phra Ajaan Boon - "Wat Tham"
kor siang thai rer si thang lai hai kaw maa yuu nai vi marn tii riak waa Leklai......
However, I did experience a great deal of expansion and I would expect others to feel this as well.
Leklai Journal from the desk of Phra Ajaan Boon "You may reprint this work for free distribution, otherwise, all rights reserved.
www.geocities.com /ancientguru/leklai.html   (2196 words)

  
 Rogue Travel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Continue to Lamphun to visit Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and the Dhamma Cultural Centre.
Morning drive on the scenic but partly rough road to Loei with stops en-route at a Thai Lua village, the Phu Soai Dao waterfall and the small, Laotian style Wat Pho Chai with impressive mural paintings.
Afterwards visit of Phra That Si Song Rak, built in the Ayuthaya period and Wat Neramit, a modern temple, built to commemorate two famous monks.
www.roguetravel.com /content/view/98/38   (588 words)

  
 Loei, Tour Program, itinerary
Admire wild flowers at the courtyard of Wat Phra Kaeo.
Walk uphill to the peak to admire scenic coniferous forest with wild flowers, Phali Rock garden and 3-leveled waterfall.
Morning: Depart Phu Ruea to pay respect to Phra That Si Song Rak at Dan Sai.
www.thai-tour.com /eng/loei/tour-program.html   (242 words)

  
 Temples in Loei - Thailand Travel Information
Located on a hill by the Man River and built in 1560 on the border of the Ayutthaya and Lang Xang Kingdoms, Phra That Si Song Rak symbolizes the resolve of the kings of these two kingdoms not to invad...
Dedicated to a popular local monk and very reminiscent of some of the larger temples in Bangkok, Wat Neramit Wiphatsana was built for meditating monks and is located on a hill near Phra That Si Song R...
Built in the Ayutthayan period, Wat Pho Chai is one of the more important temples in the area.
www.discoverythailand.com /loei_history_and_culture_temples.asp   (291 words)

  
 Welcome to Thailand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Its Lao design is like that of Phra tha Phanom.
Built in the Ayutthaya period in 1560 to be a symbol of camaraderie between Ayutthaya and Si Sattana Khanahut (Vientiane), it is worth a visit, especially during the celebration there every May.
is at Ban Hua Na Yong on the Dan Sai-Nakhon Thai road (Highway No.2013), 400 metres past Phra That Si Song Rak and another 2 kilometres on a road on the right.
www.welcome2thai.com /thailand/northeast/loei/attraction.en.html   (764 words)

  
 Loei, General Infomation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
These 3 towns and environs were under the rule of Lan Xang Kingdom in present-day Laos.
1560 Somdet Phra Maha Chakkaphat, King of Ayutthaya, and Phrachao Chaiyachetthathirat, King of Si Sattanakhanahut or Lan Xang kingdom, joined hands to build Phra That Si Song Rak at Dan Sai.
Literally meaning “Sublime Love of Two”, the3 Phra That (a pagoda with the Buddha’s inside) was the symbol of a friendly relationship between Ayutthaya and Lan Xang kingdoms at the time of Myanmar’s encroachment into the Chao Phraya and Mekong Rivers.
www.thai-tour.com /eng/loei/introduction.html   (1034 words)

  
 happyzonetravel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
KHON KAEN is a province situated right in the centre of the Northeast, This is an area where prehistoric communities once thrived and where the first dinosaur fossils were found in Thailand.
KALASIN is the land of Pong Lang music and the famous Phrae Wa cloth.
PLACES OF INTEREST : Wat Si Bun Ruang, Lam Pao Dam and Dinosaur Fossils at Phu Kum Khao(Phu Kum Khao has the largest concentration Dinosaur fossils in thailand.
www.happyzonetravel.com /northeast   (776 words)

  
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Loei bedeutet, daß der Maenam Loei (ohne Spuren oder Wirkungen zu hinterlassen) einfach nur durch die Provinz in den Mae Khong fließt.
Phra That Si Song Rak wurde 1560 an den Ufern des Maenam Man, etwa einen Kilometer entfernt von Amphoe Dan Sai, errichtet.
Sie sollte die dauernde Verbindung zwischen dem Königreich Sri Ayutthaya und dem Königreich Sri Satana Kanahut (Laos) symbolisieren.
www.thailandtourismus.de /reiseziele/northeast/loei/index.html   (509 words)

  
 WORLDTWITCH - THAILAND BIRD REPORTS - 2000
At Samnak Song Nuey Phukhao Thong Asian Paradise-flycatcher with young in nest, 2 May. At Khao Ya De Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, young in nest, 26 April; Chestnut-naped Forktail young in nest, 24–27 April.
At Saphan Song Blue-eared Barbet with fledged young, 4 May. Black-and-red Broadbill nest and eggs 30 April to 5 May. At To Mo, Javan Frogmouth, apparently a male in attendance on a nest containing two young during 1–5 May; and Pacific Swallow, nest-building below bridge, 3 May (ST).
Another Common Shelduck was photographed on a distillery wastewater body at Chiang Rak (Ayutthaya) on 5 February (WSu).
www.worldtwitch.com /2000_thailand_bird_reports.htm   (15926 words)

  
 Chiangmai Mail- Vol. II No.26 Saturday 28 June - 4 July 2003    Community Happenings
June 28 - 30 2003 - The Phi Ta Khon Festival in Dan Sai District, Loei Province - If you want to go on an excursion this weekend, this is the place to go.
Phi Ta Khon is the ghost who protects the property inside of Phra That Si Song Rak.
This festival is a tradition unique in the world, and is still practiced here.
www.chiangmai-mail.com /036/happenings.shtml   (1406 words)

  
 Loei Thailand - hotels and information. Loei hotels and resort
Located on the bank of Man River about one kilometer away from Amphoe Dan Sai.
Ever year locals organize a traditional procession called "Phi Ta Khon".
The temple is on the way to Phrathat Si Songrak, but further towards Ban Napheung, Na Haeo District.
isan.sawadee.com /loei/attractions.htm   (783 words)

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