About Phra Suphattharabophit
Phra Suphattharabophit is the principal sacred Buddha image of Buriram Province, enshrined on the summit of Khao Kradong, an extinct volcano in Mueang Buriram District. The large brick-and-mortar Buddha in the blessing posture overlooks Buriram city from about 265 meters above sea level. Built in 1969, it is a center of local faith and a landmark within Khao Kradong Forest Park, offering panoramic views and cultural significance.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a climb up a long Naga-flanked staircase to the summit of Khao Kradong where the large outdoor Buddha image Phra Suphattharabophit is enshrined. The setting is an open mountaintop within a forested volcanic park with a paved courtyard, viewpoint terraces overlooking Buriram city, and the shallow crater of the extinct volcano nearby. The area is used for sightseeing, photography and merit-making.
Key highlights
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Large blessing-posture Buddha image revered as the principal Buddha of Buriram Province
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Summit location on Khao Kradong extinct volcano with panoramic views over Buriram city
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Long Naga staircase leading to the mountaintop courtyard
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Khao Kradong Forest Park and volcanic crater surrounding the statue
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Important merit-making and cultural site for local visitors
History of Phra Suphattharabophit
Phra Suphattharabophit was constructed in 1969 on the summit of Khao Kradong, an extinct volcano, to serve as the principal Buddha image of Buriram Province. The brick-and-mortar image in the blessing attitude was built as a symbol of provincial identity and faith and has since been maintained as a landmark within Khao Kradong Forest Park.
Culture & Context
The image is highly revered by residents of Buriram as the sacred Buddha of the province and a center for merit-making, prayers and annual religious observances. It represents local Buddhist faith and is a cultural landmark associated with Khao Kradong, a well-known natural and recreational site for the city.
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