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Wat Khao Angkhan
Although this peaceful
temple
( dawn-dusk; )
atop an extinct volcano has an ancient
past, as evidenced by the 8th- or 9th-century Dvaravati sandstone boundary markers, it's
the modern constructions that make Wat Khao Angkhan worth a visit. The flamboyant
bòht
was erected in 1982 in an unusual nouveau-Khmer style that sort of hearkens back to
the age of empire. The wát also hosts a Chinese-style pagoda, a 29m reclining Buddha and
beautiful views of the surrounding forest. If you're up for a little adventure, a trail lets you
walk or mountain bike down the hill to Ban Khwao village. Though there's a map posted
at the temple and signs along the way, it would be best to seek advice from P California in
Nang Rong.
The temple is about 20km from either Nang Rong or Phanom Rung, with both roads
horribly potholed, and there's no public transport. The route is pretty well signposted, but
if you're driving you'll have to ask directions at some junctions. A motorcycle taxi should
cost 200B from Ban Ta Pek and 300B from Nang Rong.
