This trip was inspired by a strong desire to photograph Wat Sirindhorn Wararam (Phu Phrao). With a three-day break, I decided to embark on the journey immediately.

This trip, I plan to visit four main locations: Ubon Ratchathani city, which has many beautiful temples, Wat Sirindhorn Wararam (Phu Phrao) as the main point, and Saeng Chan Waterfall (Lorr Ru), which is an unseen attraction.

Huai Luang Waterfall (Bak Tew), considered the most beautiful in Ubon Ratchathani

My travel plan is as follows:

Translated Itinerary:

Day 1:

• Travel from Si Racha to Ubon Ratchathani.
• Find accommodation in Ubon Ratchathani.
• Visit Wat Sirindhorn and take photos.
• Stay overnight in Ubon Ratchathani.

Day 2:

• Visit Wat Pa Saeng Jan and take photos.
• Travel to Saeng Chan Waterfall.
• Travel to Huai Luang Waterfall.
• Return home.

Alright, let's begin our journey.

Note: I will continue to post.

Note 2: I went specifically for sightseeing and photography, so expect a lot of pictures in this post. For this trip, I left Sriracha at 3:30 AM to avoid traffic congestion during Mother's Day. I took the Ta Phraya route, but still encountered traffic jams around Khao Chang, which cost me an hour.

I decided not to stay in Ubon Ratchathani city and instead traveled to Khong Chiam, which is closer to the temple and Saeng Chan Waterfall.

The scenery along the way was beautiful during this trip (but I didn't stop to take pictures) because the rice was growing, making the surroundings green all the way.

Considering the time, we estimated our arrival in Ubon Ratchathani around noon. Therefore, we decided to stop for lunch at Raja Pla Khong restaurant. If you are traveling from Ubon Ratchathani to Khong Chiam, the restaurant will be on your right-hand side. Coordinates: 15.239087, 105.031607

The food here is reasonably priced. I ordered three dishes: sour soup with catfish, stir-fried catfish with chili paste, and spicy minced pork salad. The total cost was 380 baht, and I received a complimentary bunch of grapes.

This restaurant is known for its fresh catfish.

After finishing our meal (we couldn't finish it all because it was so big), we continued our journey. We passed through the Pibul district, where we saw many vendors selling delicious-looking steamed buns. We bought some as provisions for the road.

Notably, each fruit costs 5 baht. If you prefer the old shop, you can find it near the foot of Kaeng Saphuea Bridge. This was a suggestion from a local, but I didn't visit it myself as I found out about it later.

15.247382, 105.238289 After passing the Pibul Mangsahan district, you will reach Khong Chiam. We will reach the check-in point at Wat Khuha Sawan to see the two-colored river. However, the Mun River is currently cloudy, so it is difficult to distinguish the colors.

After visiting the temple, we looked for accommodation so that we would have a place to sleep. There were many places in the district, and I chose the Khong Jiam Hotel. I inquired about the price, which was 350 baht per night for an air-conditioned room.

The 600 baht option includes breakfast and is a new room. I chose the 350 baht option because I will only be sleeping there and will leave early in the morning. I will find food to eat at the market.

The hotel and room pictures are accurate. Overall, it's a good value for the price. If you're not too picky, it's a decent place to stay. The bed was clean, but the room felt a bit small.

From Khong Chiam to Wat Sirindhorn, about 20 km, we finally arrived at the place we wanted to visit.

Although I captured many photos, I will only share a few highlights here. The most notable feature is the nighttime scene, where the Bodhi and Kalpavriksha trees, mythical trees from the Himalayas, are illuminated. We were told that we could make a wish and the Kalpavriksha tree would bear the fruit of our desire, which we could then pluck. The inscription written in luminescent paint gradually brightened.

And now the temple has completed the pattern on the floor of one corner and painted it with fluorescent paint.

Notably, the crowd was massive, and it wasn't until 8 pm that it started to thin out. Even as I was leaving, people were still streaming in.

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In the morning, I went out to find breakfast at the Khong Chiam market and then set off for Saeng Chan Waterfall.

The access is convenient, with a comfortable drive. Once you park at the waterfall, it's just a short walk of less than 100 meters to reach it.

From Saeng Jan Waterfall, retrace your steps to the entrance and continue for about 1 km to the giant vine. Descending further, you will reach Thung Na Muang Waterfall.

This waterfall is truly large and beautiful, but there are no pools to swim in.

Departing from Thung Na Muang Waterfall, we continued our journey along the border to Huai Luang Waterfall.

This route is primarily served by gas stations. Food options are limited to local fare such as laab and koi. It is recommended to stock up on fuel and provisions before embarking on this journey.

I arrived at Buntharik district, had lunch, and used the restroom.

After a short journey, we arrived at our accommodation, Huai Luang Country Resort. The accommodation was satisfactory for me, especially considering the price of 500 baht per night.

Very affordable. Let's take a look at the rooms and the resort's atmosphere.

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And finally, we arrived at the last highlight of this trip, Huai Luang Waterfall.

It took a long time to get there because it was a long holiday weekend, so there's no need to mention the traffic. There was a traffic jam for more than 2 km before reaching the waterfall exit. But since we were already there, we decided to push on. And what we saw was...

Given the number of people, it wouldn't be appropriate to take pictures. I caught a glimpse of a sign indicating that the Pon La-or Waterfall was 200 meters away, and I immediately decided to go there.

The beauty of what I found is truly remarkable.

As the light began to fade, I returned to Huai Luang Waterfall. I waited until the crowds had thinned before starting to take photos.

The actual scene is much more magnificent than what I captured in my photos. My photos simply don't do it justice.

In conclusion,

Is there anything else I can help you with?

Visiting Isan during this time is pleasant. The weather is humid, and there is no feeling of drought or heat.

Street food options are limited, as most offerings are local dishes. If you have dietary restrictions, it's advisable to bring your own provisions.

On my way back, I encountered a three-hour standstill traffic jam caused by drivers using the emergency lane. I implore everyone to refrain from such actions, as they ultimately benefit no one and significantly delay resolution efforts. If everyone adheres to the queue, traffic will flow smoothly.

Thank you all for watching.

See you in the next review.