Have you ever felt stressed and had a headache every Sunday? Is it about money? No, it's about traveling. Just thinking about it makes me stressed. Is work stressful like this? No, not really. As I sat there, I wondered where I could go for a day trip. I opened my notebook to see where I had been and what places were left to visit. Then I stopped at "Khao Wong Phrachan." Once I had a destination, it was time to set off before it got too late. Halfway through the drive, I checked our GPS to see where we were. And then, disaster struck. We took the wrong turn, or rather, we got lost. I was so confident that I didn't check the GPS from the beginning. We had to stop and regroup on the side of the road. Then I thought about what to do next because it was already late. If we went to Khao Wong Phrachan, we wouldn't make it up the mountain. We would probably fall asleep or pass out on the mountain. If we went back, it would be a waste of time. Since we were already out, I started to think hard about what to do next. Then I saw a sign, not too far away. We drove for a short while and arrived at "Pa Sak Cholasit Dam." Yes, that's right. I heard that the dam is full this year. And the most interesting thing is that it is a dam built according to the royal initiative of King Rama IX. Now that we have chosen a place, let's continue our journey.

After a long and winding journey, I finally arrived at the Pa Sak Jolasid Dam. Before we begin our exploration, let's gather some basic information about the dam to avoid any confusion during our visit.

The Pasak Jolasid Dam is the longest earth dam in Thailand, built in accordance with the royal initiative of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) to prevent flooding. Construction began on December 2, 1994, under the responsibility of the Royal Irrigation Department.

Now that you have the basic information, let's go on a trip! Haha! Come with us, we'll take you to sleep. Just kidding! We'll take you on a tour instead.

Upon arriving at the Pa Sak Dam, we decided to purchase tickets for a tractor-drawn tour of the dam. The ticket prices were as follows: adults, 25 baht; village headmen, 10 baht; and children, 10 baht.

This is the tow truck that will take us on a tour of the dam. Isn't it cool?

Upon purchasing our tickets, we boarded the vehicle immediately. (The vehicle departs approximately every hour.)

The bus is now full and ready to depart.

And here is the view, view, view, and the view along the way. Beautiful, isn't it?

After a long drive, the car will stop at the end of the dam, allowing you to pay respects to the "Phra Phuttharattanamongkolchai or Luang Pu Yai Pa Sak" statue. The car will wait for approximately 30 minutes.

After paying respects to Luang Pu, it was time to return to the head of the dam. And this is the view on the way back to the other side of the dam. It's beautiful again!

After our scenic drive around the dam, it's time to explore it on foot.

Let's feed the fish first. They must be hungry. Haha! The water is so clear that you can see all the fish. It's tempting to catch and eat them, but let's not. We should show them some compassion.

Let's walk to the dam crest and find some great photo spots.

Judging from the picture, it's beautiful, isn't it? Let me tell you, the real thing is even more beautiful. Come on, let's take some pictures.

Lost in the joy of taking photos, I didn't realize how late it was until it was time to head back. As I walked, I noticed a tall tower in the distance. As I approached, I discovered it was the "Chalermprakiet Tower," which was unfortunately closed. Although I couldn't go up, I learned some interesting facts about it. (Even when I'm sightseeing, I always try to learn something new!) The entrance fee is 20 baht, and the tower exhibits the history of past kings from ancient times. It's also a popular spot for enjoying the view of the dam, making it one of the most beautiful viewpoints.

This is a shopping area where you can find souvenirs, food, and other items. Feel free to stop by, browse, and try some of the local delicacies.

The fun is over. It's time to go home. But, but, but on the way, we found something amazing. That is, that is, that is .........

"Sunflower Field" Uncle Top's farm. Those who pass by can stop by to visit, take pictures, and buy souvenirs. The entrance fee is only 10 baht.

The trip is over, it's time to go home. I'm exhausted. The sun was really strong, I have to admit defeat. I surrender to you.

Despite having only one day off, my rural engineering background doesn't hinder my travel plans. As the saying goes, "One day is enough, and one person is enough to travel." Simply look for nearby attractions and make a decision. Then, take your body, heart, and loved ones on an adventure. You won't regret it. Just kidding! The point is, traveling, even for a short time, allows you to relax, unwind, and find new inspiration. It might just improve your life.

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Additional Information

1. Camping is permitted at the dam. Designated camping areas are available. Camping is most popular between October and February.

2. Sunflowers bloom between November and January.

3. Travel:

- From Lopburi city, take the Lopburi-Khok Tum-Phatthana Nikhom route (Highway No. 3017), a distance of approximately 48 kilometers. There is also a two-row car service on the Lopburi-Wang Muang route that passes in front of the dam. The car departs from Lopburi Bus Station from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

- Additionally, there is a special train service available on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, offering round trips between Bangkok and Pa Sak Jolasid Dam.

Contact TAT Lopburi at 036-422768-9, 036-424089

Website: Lopburi Tourism Information