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After spending an hour or so exploring the temple, you're going
to be thirsty. In fact, if you've started out from Korat in the
morning, it is going to be nearing lunch time. Just at the edge
of Phimai town, on the other side of the ancient reservoir built
by the Khmer, a huge banyan tree named SaiNgam occupies an
entire island in a small pond.
Commonly known by its
Latin name Ficus, or Golden Fig, the banyan is very significant
symbol in Buddhism as it is believed that the Buddha enlightened
while sitting in the shade of a banyan tree. A banyan reproduces
by sending tendrils down from its branches which can take root
and form a new tree. Similar to SaiNgam, the new trunks stay
connected to the parent trees so that it can extend more trunks,
branches, and more lives. The Thais have an extra special
affinity for banyans, as they also regard them as a favorite
home for the spirits they think occupy just about everything.
At SaiNgam, you'll find a cool and green place to rest,
including fine dining after exploring the ruins of Prasat Hin
Phimai. SaiNgam is considered as a popular picnic spot among
Thais that you'll find a large selection of food stalls adjacent
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Nakhon Ratchasima |
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Phimai |
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Nai Mueang |
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Free |
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15.22619 N |
102.50402 E |
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