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Phra That Rueang Rong

Phra That Rueang Rong

Situated at Ban Sang Rueang, Tambon Yaplong, this temple is a graceful blend of architectural styles from four ethnic groups in the lower Northeastern region. They include Lao, Suai, Khmer and Yoe styles.The six-storey stupa (Phra That) is a total of 49 meters tall. Its ground floor is used for religious rites, while a museum occupies the first and second floors. The third floor is an image hall; a meditation room occupies the fourth floor. Relics of the lord Buddha are housed on the top floor, which also serves as a beautiful scenic viewpoint. Wat Phra That Rueang Rong is 8 kilometers away on the Si Sa Ket-Yang Chum Noi road. To get there, takeHighway No. 2373 (Si Sa Ket -Yang Chum Noi).