Wat Khao Angkhan

Wat Khao Angkhan is a Buddhist temple located atop Khao Angkhan, an extinct volcano in Charoen Suk Subdistrict, Chaloem Phra Kiat District, Buriram Province, northeastern Thailand. Built from 1977 onward, it is notable for its unusual architecture blending Thai, Khmer and modern styles, its hilltop setting with panoramic views of the surrounding plains, and its status as a respected meditation and pilgrimage site in Buriram.

Visitors can expect a hilltop temple complex set on the crater rim of an extinct volcano surrounded by forest and volcanic rock landscape. The site includes multiple halls, pagodas and chapels with diverse architectural styles, Buddha images, naga sculptures and decorative details. Paved paths and stairways connect buildings, with open terraces offering wide views over Buriram countryside. The atmosphere is quiet and religious, with areas for prayer, merit-making and photography.

Wat Khao Angkhan was established in 1977 on the site of an extinct volcano, initiated under the guidance of Luang Pu Sawai and local devotees. The temple was developed as a forest meditation temple and has been gradually expanded with chapels and pagodas incorporating Khmer-influenced designs reflecting the region's historical heritage.

The temple is an active Theravada Buddhist religious site and local pilgrimage destination. Its architecture reflects the cultural heritage of Buriram, which has strong Khmer historical influences, and it serves as a centre for Buddhist merit-making, meditation and religious festivals for the surrounding community.