Nakhon Ratchasima, Transportation hub in northeastern Thailand
Nakhon Ratchasima is a city in northeastern Thailand that serves as a transportation hub between Bangkok and the Khorat Plateau. The center includes several commercial districts connected by a sprawling network of streets.
The city was founded in 1656 under King Narai, who built a fortified settlement here. This location was meant to protect the region from attacks coming from Laos and Cambodia.
The Thao Suranaree statue honors a local heroine who defended her town during an early 19th-century conflict. Residents bring flowers and incense to the monument, which sits on a busy square.
Several trains depart daily from Bangkok and reach the city after around four hours. Buses run around the clock from Mo Chit Terminal and offer travelers flexible arrival times.
Surrounding villages produce silk textiles with traditional weaving patterns. Farmers in the area grow mainly rice, corn and tobacco on fertile plains.
Location: Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima
Inception: 1656
Website: http://koratcity.net
GPS coordinates: 14.97361,102.08306
Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:41
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