The province of Mahasarakham is
situated right in the middle of the northeast region. The province has little in interest
for most travellers, although the simple life of this agricultural area can be a pleasant
and enjoyable place to visit. The town has an institution centre for the research into the
northeastern arts and culture.
Places of Attraction
Wat Mahachai
Situated in the wat compound is the Northern Culture
Museum, which houses a collection of literature and art from the region.
Mongkhon
Standing Buddha
This is the main Buddha image in Mahasarakham,
dating from the Dvaravati period. It is made of red sandstone and was cast around the same
time as the Phra Phutta Ming Muang.
Phra Phutta Ming Muang
This sandstone image is enshrined in Wat
Suwanmali in Amphoe Kantharawichai. The locals have a legend that since this image and the
Mongkhon Standing Buddha have existed, plentiful rain has fallen on the province.
Prang Ku
The remains of this Khmer prang is amongst and old site that
was on the edges of the Khmer Empire. A large reservoir nearby is the site of the annual Bun
Bang Fai or Rocket Festival.
