Surin Opens Prasat Ta Kwai and Noen 350 for Tourism Festival

Surin province is preparing to open the Prasat Ta Kwai and Noen 350 historical sites to tourists on November 14-15 to commemorate the bravery of Thai soldiers, expecting around 2,000 visitors per day.

On September 9, 2026, at the Phnom Dong Rak district office meeting room in Surin, District Chief Phathana Phuengphon chaired a readiness meeting for the tourist site opening. Representatives from the Surin Tourism and Sports Office, government department heads, local administrative organizations, military, police, and community leaders attended.

The tourist site opening is scheduled for November 14-15, 2026, in conjunction with sports tourism promotion under the "Sports Festival: Run and Bike to Boost Nakhon Chai Burin Economy" project, organized by the Surin Tourism and Sports Office together with the Nang Mueang Subdistrict Administrative Organization. This aims to promote tourism and generate income for local communities, coinciding with the Surin Elephant Festival and Red Cross Fair taking place November 14-25.

During the meeting, all agencies reviewed issues and shortcomings from the previous public opening and proposed improvements for management, including facilities, transportation systems, tourist services, and safety measures to ensure maximum convenience and satisfaction for visitors.

The visitation format maintains the same transportation system as before but with simplified procedures: no advance registration required. Tourists can park personal vehicles at Ban Thai Santisuk School in Bak Dai subdistrict, Phnom Dong Rak district, Surin province, then register at the service point before taking shuttle vehicles to Prasat Ta Kwai and Noen 350.

Shuttle service fees remain at 100 baht per person round trip, while children under 130 cm tall and senior citizens ride free. Authorities anticipate approximately 2,000 visitors per day.

District Chief Phathana stated that opening Prasat Ta Kwai and Noen 350 on November 14-15 is a significant opportunity to promote Surin tourism, as it aligns with the Elephant Festival, Red Cross Fair, and the "Run Through Manao Cliff" event. The goal is to link key tourist attractions with these activities to attract tourists and stimulate the local economy.

Interested visitors can park at Ban Thai Santisuk School, where shuttle buses will transport them to Prasat Ta Kwai for the 100 baht round-trip fee. Over 150 officers will be deployed to ensure safety and facilitate tourists along the route.

The public and tourists are invited to experience the beauty and historical stories of Prasat Ta Kwai and visit Noen 350, a site of great significance related to the bravery of Thai soldiers. Mark your calendars for November 14-15 in Surin — not only to explore important historical sites but also to support tourism, generate community income, and take pride in the stories of the Thai nation.