Phra That Phu Pek, Buddhist temple ruins in Na Hua Bo, Thailand.
Phra That Phu Pek is a temple ruin set on a laterite base at 520 meters above sea level, built from sandstone with a square foundation and incomplete tower form. The remains sit within Phu Phan National Park, roughly 37 kilometers west of Sakon Nakhon.
The structure started as a Hindu shrine dedicated to Shiva, possibly built during the reign of King Udayadityavarman II between 1050 and 1066. Over centuries, the site gradually transformed into a Buddhist temple.
The site reveals its earlier Hindu roots through its layout and design, which differs from typical Thai Buddhist temples. Modern Buddha images were added later, marking how the location's spiritual purpose changed over time.
Reaching the top requires climbing 494 steep steps through forest terrain. Wear sturdy shoes and allow time for both the ascent and descent.
A 1.3-meter tall stone Shiva linga stands on the site, a representation of the god from the original Hindu period. Behind the ruins lies an ancient quarry that supplied the stone used in construction.
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