Discover the Enchantment of the Emerald Triangle
Explore the Emerald Triangle in Thailand, a breathtaking tourist attraction filled with stunning landscapes, rich culture, and authentic local experiences.
Nestled in Thailand's Ubon Ratchathani province, the Emerald Triangle is a captivating tourist attraction that showcases breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. This stunning area is perfect for tourists seeking adventure, scenic landscapes, and a glimpse into the local way of life. With lush greenery, tranquil waters, and vibrant local markets, the Emerald Triangle promises an unforgettable experience for every traveler.
A brief summary to Emerald Triangle
- 86V3+PVX, Nam Yuen District, Dom Pradit, Ubon Ratchathani, 34260, TH
Local tips
- Visit during the cooler months from November to February for the most pleasant weather.
- Try local delicacies at the markets; they offer a true taste of Thai cuisine.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and vibrant local life.
- Consider hiring a local guide to enhance your understanding of the area's culture and history.
- Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the hiking trails and local villages.
Getting There
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Car
From Preah Vihear, take the National Road 64 heading northeast towards the Cambodian-Thai border. Continue on the road for approximately 80 km until you reach the town of Stung Treng. From Stung Treng, head across the border into Thailand at the Chong Chom border crossing. After crossing, follow signs to Ubon Ratchathani and then take Route 213 towards Nam Yuen District. The Emerald Triangle is located at 86V3+PVX in Dom Pradit, which is approximately 70 km from Ubon Ratchathani. Expect travel time of around 3-4 hours depending on the traffic and border crossing times.
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Public Transportation
From Preah Vihear, take a local bus or taxi to Stung Treng. Buses leave regularly from the central bus station. Once you arrive in Stung Treng, you will need to take a taxi or tuk-tuk to the Chong Chom border crossing. After crossing into Thailand, you can catch a bus or taxi to Ubon Ratchathani. In Ubon Ratchathani, take a bus or taxi to Nam Yuen District. The final destination, Emerald Triangle, can be reached by taxi from Nam Yuen. Be prepared for potential delays at the border, and ensure you have your visa ready if required.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Preah Vihear station
46.5 km
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ជណ្ដើរបុរាណប្រាសាទព្រះវិហារ - Preah Vihea Temple Staircases
55.3 km
Ascend the ancient Preah Vihear Temple staircases for breathtaking views and a glimpse into Cambodia's rich Khmer heritage.
Prasat Preah Vihear Hall
56.7 km
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Central Sanctuary
56.7 km
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Prasat Preah Vihear Gopura 3
56.7 km
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Prasat Preah Vihear Gopura 4
56.8 km
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Phnum Preah Vihear
56.8 km
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ច្រកទ្វា ប្រាសាទព្រះវិហារ
56.8 km
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Don Khong
69.9 km
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The bridge over the mekong river (ຂົວບ້ານຫາດ)
74.9 km
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Old French Port Don Det
87.4 km
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King Kong Restaurant & Bungalows
88.2 km
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Old French Port
92.0 km
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groupe scolaire de sikeuth
93.0 km
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Pattaya Noi at Ubon Ratchathani
93.7 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
វិបុល
31.5 km
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SamRong Site
34.3 km
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តំបន់ប្រវត្តិសាស្ត្រ យោធាជាំតែ
43.8 km
Experience the charm of Kratie, where the Mekong River meets rich culture and breathtaking sunsets, perfect for a unique Cambodian getaway.
Sophack's Organic Farm
47.0 km
Experience the beauty of sustainable farming at Sophack's Organic Farm in Cambodia, where nature and nurture come together in harmony.
សហគមន៍ការពារព្រៃឈើតាំងយូ
53.8 km
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Taingyou CBET
53.8 km
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Tmatboey Community Managed Ecolodge
54.4 km
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ទំនប់ទឹកអូរស្វាយ
55.0 km
Explore the captivating charm of Sra'aem, a hidden gem in Cambodia offering rich culture, stunning landscapes, and historical treasures.
ព្រៃឈេីជាតិកម្ពុជា National Forest of Cambodia
55.6 km
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the National Forest of Cambodia, a sanctuary of nature filled with lush greenery and diverse wildlife.
National Forest of Kingdom of Cambodia (NFKC)
56.1 km
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តំបនទេសចរណ៍ជាតិកម្ពុជា ប្រាសាទព្រះវិហារ
56.2 km
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Pha Mor E Daeng
56.2 km
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Bas Relief
56.2 km
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Twin Stupas
56.3 km
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Prasat Preah Vihear
56.7 km
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Essential places to dine
Heng Kea Sraem Restaurant
51.5 km
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Lemy's Restaurant
52.4 km
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Beef Soup 168
52.9 km
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Cambodian Restaurant
53.0 km
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ហាងលីមីកញ្ចុះស្បូវ
54.9 km
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ជំនោរដងស្ទឹង
62.6 km
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ភោជនីយដ្ឋាន សិលាចន្រ្ទា
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Moon Restaurant
63.7 km
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មីគៀវ ទាខ្វៃប៉េកាំង ( លាភ លក្ខិណា)
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BS Restaurant
64.1 km
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Mlu Prey Restaurant
64.2 km
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ជំនោរធម្មជាតិ99
64.4 km
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Phnom Tbaeng Restaurant
64.4 km
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Arunreah Restaurant
64.6 km
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Me Hel
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
ផ្សារ ហេងភា ស្រអែម
52.3 km
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Preah Vihear Boutique Hotel
53.2 km
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Monika coffee
53.8 km
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ហាងផ្លែឈើស្រីឡា
53.8 km
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ពោធិ៍
53.8 km
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ភារិទ្ធហាងលក់ទូរស័ព្ទដៃ
53.8 km
Discover the latest mobile technology and accessories at the Cell Phone Store, your go-to destination for staying connected while traveling.
ໝໍເຕີ້ຍ Minimart
62.8 km
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Lucius Charm
64.2 km
Lucius Charm offers a diverse range of cosmetics and beauty products in Krong Preah Vihear, perfect for enhancing your beauty routine or finding the ideal gift.
Branch of Metfone Preah Vihear
64.7 km
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Weaves of Cambodia
65.5 km
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Mini Mart
70.2 km
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ດິນນາ1
73.0 km
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SOUKSAYTHONG MUSIC
73.9 km
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lut shop
75.9 km
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Friendly Cornershop
78.9 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Da Cheer
52.8 km
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សួនច្បារផ្កាឈូករដ្ឋ
52.8 km
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ផ្កាយមាស បងអើយ
54.1 km
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H-Cafe and Cocktail
64.0 km
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បេន
64.1 km
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KTV ពន្លឺផ្កាយព្រឹក2
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Thnot Cafe & Bakery - ត្នោតកាហ្វេ
65.7 km
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Amazon Pub
68.0 km
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TONTAN KALAOKE
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Tra Caf'e Food & Drink
69.4 km
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Chey Sovannary Restaurant
72.3 km
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ផ្ទះលំហែទឹកធ្លាក់ បេងកោង Beng Kaong Resort
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ភោជនីយដ្ឋាន ធម្មជាតិ
79.9 km
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ຮ້ານ ລ້ານເບຍ ດອນຕະລາດ
83.2 km
Experience local culture and refreshing beverages at ຮ້ານ ລ້ານເບຍ ດອນຕະລາດ in Muang Champassak.
Don Xang (Elephant island)
83.4 km
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