Plan Your Next Dreamy Holiday To Khao Kho, Thailand With Views Above The Clouds. Khao Kho, the enchanting misty town of "Thai Alps" located just outside Bangkok
Compared to hectic Bangkok, the undiscovered gem of Khao Kho which is 6 hours North of the busy capital is instead serene and laidback. Teeming with undisturbed nature and spellbinding views, Khao Kho should definitely be on your travel bucket list!
You can see the spectacular sea of clouds from the high points of Khao Kho
While there are many undiscovered lookout points in Khao Kho, here are a few favorites that are guaranteed to give you breathtaking views and stunning photos
Phetchabun is a Northern Thai province situated around 330 km from Bangkok. It’s a real hidden gem that only a few tourists get to visit. It’s a beautiful city known for its Khao Kho mountain. On Khao, Kho mountain is a small town also referred to as ‘The city in the clouds’ which the Thai locals love to visit. We fell in love with this small town and we believe you will too. Here is a list of the top 8 things to do in Phetchabun, Thailand. As well as other useful tips and information to make your trip unforgettable.
Phu Thap Boek Mountain
The tallest mountain in the Phetchabun province, Phu Thap Boek is one of the top attractions of Khao Kho. At a height of 1,768 meters, visitors can enjoy cool weather all year round but the magic truly happens during the rainy season. Thick and heavy clouds engulf the hills, creating a picturesque scene you can only imagine in your dreams.
Tanrak Talaymok
A well-known restaurant in Khao Kho, Tanrak Talaymok is a favorite not just among tourists but locals well. Aside from filling your tummy, the location of the restaurant allows its patrons to enjoy the view of the valley below.
With a sweeping panoramic view of misty hills, make sure you don’t neglect the restaurant’s wide garden area with a well-manicured lawn and vibrant flowers. Accommodation is also available at Tanrak Talaymok for those who are keen on staying longer.
Wat Prathat Phasornkaew
It’s easy to think you’ve reached the heavens when visiting Wat Prathat Phasornkaew with its regal 5 sitting Buddha statues, enveloped by the thick white clouds of mist. Also known as Wat Pha Sorn Kaew, this beautiful Buddhist monastery and temple will take your breath away!
Besides the distinct, Wat Prathat Phasornkaew is also made up of a surrounding garden, preaching hall, and pagoda. Over 5 million colorful mosaic tiles and pottery shards decorate the main temple’s main pagoda as well as surrounding buildings, certainly making it a sight for sore eyes.
Pino Latte Resort & Cafe
Grab a giant orange bean bag and lounge around the outdoor lawn of Pino Latte Resort & Cafe as you soak in the cool weather. With a view of the Wat Prathat Phasornkaew in the distance and surrounding hills, this chic resort, and cafe is a great place to relax with a cup of coffee.
Also serving a good selection of food, pastry, and drinks, it’s no wonder that Pino Latte is a favorite spot for many visitors and locals. If you can’t get enough of the view, you can even choose to stay there!
Khao Kho Wind Farm
The wind turbine power generators standing amongst a green field by a paddy field at Khao Kho Wind Farm might not be the obvious choice of an attraction but is quite popular amongst visitors! Who knew that renewable energy sources could be a tourist attraction, right? Depending on the season, you can also find rows of ripe strawberries lining the farmland.
How to go to Khao Kho from Bangkok
Khao Kho is located approximately 5 hours to 6 hours away from Bangkok (the capital of Thailand) by car. You can get to Khao Kho via several ways – by bus, car, or flight.
The cheapest way is by bus from the Bangkok Bus Terminal (Mochit 2) to Lomsak Transport Station followed by another bus from the Lomsak District to Khao Kho District. The journey by bus from Bangkok to Khao Kho is about 9 to 10 hours.
The most convenient way to get from Bangkok to Khao Kho, however, is to go by car. You can choose to rent a car or book a private tour. The journey takes 5 to 6 hours, the fastest among all the other options.
Best time to visit Khao Kho
Although there are different activities and attractions in Khao Kho at different seasons, generally travelers prefer to visit during the second half of the year! If you’re visiting Khao Kho for the view of the sea of clouds, they are the most apparent during the rainy season from July to September. Followed by November to January, you can expect it to be the coldest and which is also the bloom of sunflower fields!
Where to stay on Khao Kho
Since most of the things to do in Phetchabun are around Khao Kho Mountain we will recommend that you stay around Khao Kho Viewpoint or Wat Phra That Pha Sorn Kaew Temple.
The proud resort has beautiful views over the mountains
Pino latte resort near the temple with beautiful mountain views
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