Tourists Urged to Enjoy Solar Alignment at Prasat Phanom Rung

THAILAND, October 1, 2025 (The Nation): The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting tourists to visit Buri Ram this week to witness the annual celestial phenomenon of the sunset alignment through the 15 doorways of Prasat Phanom Rung. According to the the TAT, the spectacular sight of the sunset shining through the portals of the ancient Hindu temple in Chalerm Phrakiat district can be enjoyed from October 5 to 7. Visitors may book viewing spaces from 5.30 pm, with the alignment expected to be visible from 5.55 pm onwards. However, the TAT cautioned that visibility of the phenomenon depends on weather conditions, as the sunset may be obscured by rain clouds or low cloud cover.

The Prasat Phanom Rung temple complex was built on the rim of an extinct volcano in honor of the Hindu God Shiva.

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