4 Cultural Places You Can’t Miss In Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

4 Cultural Places You Can’t Miss In Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

1. Ban Nang Talung Lung Suchart
2. Kasemsuk Farm
3. Phromlok Waterfall
4. Ban Tan Khun Rattawutvijarn
When talking about the southern part of Thailand, people immediately think about tropical islands, the blue sky reflected in the sea, and tourists in colourful swimsuits. But, in fact, nakhon Si Thammarat through the eyes of its Locals is not just about the Beach. The province is actually home to several interesting learning centres and Culture-rich sites. 

If you’re headed to Nakhon Si Thammarat for the first time, you cannot skip these four placesfor a dose of culture and taste of local life. 

Information by :
Tourism Authority of Thailand
1600 Phetchaburi Road, Makkasan, Ratchathevi, Bangkok 10400 Thailand
https://www.tourismthailand.org/

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