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Buriram (บุรีรัมย์) is a city in Isaan, about 410 km from Bangkok.

Buriram translates as "city of happiness". It is a fairly nondescript town of around 30,000 people in Thailand's less well visited northeast. While the eponymous happiness is unlikely to be found within the town, Buriram makes a suitable base for exploring the many ancient sandstone Khmer sanctuaries and temples that are scattered around the surrounding area.

There also are other remnants of the Khmer civilization, including pottery kiln sites, which date back to the 10th-13th centuries, and traces of ancient quarrying. Buriram's archaeological heritage also stretches further back with ancient pre-Angkorian ruins from the Dvaravati period.

Ancient Kiln Sites. The kilns date from around the 9th–10th centuries and served as a production centre for Khmer ceramics supplying other cities.
Big Buddha Image. Or Phra Phuttharup Patima Santayaphirom Satuek Udom Ratsadon Nimitmanin is a big standing Buddha image on a bank of the Mun River.
Huai Talat Reservoir and Buriram Bird Park. More than 100 species of birds live in this area during the dry season, Nov-Apr.
Khao Kradong Forest Park. This extinct volcano is now a relaxation spot. The summit is 265 m above sea level and it houses "Phra Suphattharabophit", a large Buddha image that is the symbol of Buriram.
Kradong Reservoir, อ่างเก็บน้ำกระโดง. From the entrance to Khao Kradong, there is a junction on the left side to "Bunyanusat" boy scout camp and a zoo.
Ku Suan Taeng. A Khmer architectural site, comprising three brick prangs lying from north to south, on the same laterite base.
Lam Nang Rong Dam. A royal project, the Lam Nang Rong Dam is an earthen dam with an asphalt road along the crest with an expansive view.
Lower Northeastern Cultural Centre. The centre collects and exhibits artefacts and precious historical objects, folk art, and archaeological curiosities. It is also a resource centre for conducting research.
King Rama I Monument. The monument was built in 1996 to honour King Rama I who founded Buriram.
Prasat Nong Hong. A small archaeological site comprising three prangs made from brick on a single laterite base.
Prasat Wat Khok Ngio. A Khmer stone sanctuary located behind Wat Khok Ngio, and it once served as an "Arogayasala" or a hospital.
Phrachao Yai Wat Hong. An old Lao-style Buddha image in the posture of subduing Mara, which was built during the late Ayutthaya period, or around the 18th century.
Rao Su Monument. Built in 1979 to commemorate the brave undertakings of civilians, police officers, and soldiers who lost their lives during battles with communists who obstructed the construction of this strategic route.
Silk Weaving Village of Na Pho. A silk weaving village, famed for "Mudmi" silk, which has received support for their skills, the standard of production, and their patterns and colours from the Royal Folk Arts and Craft Centre under the royal patronage of Queen Sirikit.
Stone Quarry. The quarry was used by the ancient Khmer people as a source of construction materials for building sanctuaries in the lower northeastern region.
Thung Laem Reservoir. A small reservoir which has been transformed into a recreational site with shelters for rest and relaxation. During the dry season, many species of waterfowl can be found here.
Wat Khao Angkhan. Inside the temple compound, there are ruins of ancient monuments and sandstone boundary markers of the Dvaravati period. It is one of the most beautiful and significant temples in Buriram.

Ancient Kiln Sites. The kilns date from around the 9th–10th centuries and served as a production centre for Khmer ceramics supplying other cities.

Big Buddha Image. Or Phra Phuttharup Patima Santayaphirom Satuek Udom Ratsadon Nimitmanin is a big standing Buddha image on a bank of the Mun River.

Huai Talat Reservoir and Buriram Bird Park. More than 100 species of birds live in this area during the dry season, Nov-Apr.

Khao Kradong Forest Park. This extinct volcano is now a relaxation spot. The summit is 265 m above sea level and it houses "Phra Suphattharabophit", a large Buddha image that is the symbol of Buriram.

Kradong Reservoir, อ่างเก็บน้ำกระโดง. From the entrance to Khao Kradong, there is a junction on the left side to "Bunyanusat" boy scout camp and a zoo.

Ku Suan Taeng. A Khmer architectural site, comprising three brick prangs lying from north to south, on the same laterite base.

Lam Nang Rong Dam. A royal project, the Lam Nang Rong Dam is an earthen dam with an asphalt road along the crest with an expansive view.

Lower Northeastern Cultural Centre. The centre collects and exhibits artefacts and precious historical objects, folk art, and archaeological curiosities. It is also a resource centre for conducting research.

King Rama I Monument. The monument was built in 1996 to honour King Rama I who founded Buriram.

Prasat Nong Hong. A small archaeological site comprising three prangs made from brick on a single laterite base.

Prasat Wat Khok Ngio. A Khmer stone sanctuary located behind Wat Khok Ngio, and it once served as an "Arogayasala" or a hospital.

Phrachao Yai Wat Hong. An old Lao-style Buddha image in the posture of subduing Mara, which was built during the late Ayutthaya period, or around the 18th century.

Rao Su Monument. Built in 1979 to commemorate the brave undertakings of civilians, police officers, and soldiers who lost their lives during battles with communists who obstructed the construction of this strategic route.

Silk Weaving Village of Na Pho. A silk weaving village, famed for "Mudmi" silk, which has received support for their skills, the standard of production, and their patterns and colours from the Royal Folk Arts and Craft Centre under the royal patronage of Queen Sirikit.

Stone Quarry. The quarry was used by the ancient Khmer people as a source of construction materials for building sanctuaries in the lower northeastern region.

Thung Laem Reservoir. A small reservoir which has been transformed into a recreational site with shelters for rest and relaxation. During the dry season, many species of waterfowl can be found here.

Wat Khao Angkhan. Inside the temple compound, there are ruins of ancient monuments and sandstone boundary markers of the Dvaravati period. It is one of the most beautiful and significant temples in Buriram.

Romburi Street, a walking street evenings

Buriram United. Sa-Su, 17:00-18:00. Buriram is well-known for its great local football club. They play in the new I-Mobile Stadium. 120 baht.
Sro Ground. Walking Street is a popular attraction on Saturday and Sunday evenings. The sign at the intersection of Jira Rd and Romburi Rd translates to Walking Street but it is known by the locals as "Sro Ground" or the "River Market" as it is next to a part of the moat. The market has around a hundred stalls selling items such as clothes, footwear, inexpensive jewellery and glassware. Approximately half of the stalls sell varieties of Thai takeaway food. Walking Street is closed to vehicles from 17:00–24:00. Parking is provided at the Municipality Public Park. The street was established on 5 July 2014.
Buddha's Footprint Homage–paying Fair (งานนมัสการรอยพระพุทธบาทจำลอง): The event takes place at Khao Kradong, Mueang District, on the full moon of the 3rd lunar month. Locals visit Khao Kradong to pay homage to a replica of the Buddha's footprint and the Phra Suphattharabophit image whilst enjoying the big celebration.

Buriram United. Sa-Su, 17:00-18:00. Buriram is well-known for its great local football club. They play in the new I-Mobile Stadium. 120 baht.

Sro Ground. Walking Street is a popular attraction on Saturday and Sunday evenings. The sign at the intersection of Jira Rd and Romburi Rd translates to Walking Street but it is known by the locals as "Sro Ground" or the "River Market" as it is next to a part of the moat. The market has around a hundred stalls selling items such as clothes, footwear, inexpensive jewellery and glassware. Approximately half of the stalls sell varieties of Thai takeaway food. Walking Street is closed to vehicles from 17:00–24:00. Parking is provided at the Municipality Public Park. The street was established on 5 July 2014.

Buddha's Footprint Homage–paying Fair (งานนมัสการรอยพระพุทธบาทจำลอง): The event takes place at Khao Kradong, Mueang District, on the full moon of the 3rd lunar month. Locals visit Khao Kradong to pay homage to a replica of the Buddha's footprint and the Phra Suphattharabophit image whilst enjoying the big celebration.

Taweekit Plaza

There are many shopping malls in Buriram, such as Big C, Makro, Home Pro, Tesco Lotus, and Taweekit, the local shopping mall of Buriram Province.

Baan Chay Nam Restaurant, 456 Liang Mueang Road (From the Amari it's 10 min. Down the hill past Ducati shop, 3rd exit at roundabout, go through traffic lights at junction with abandoned hotel, uturn and its in a small soi signposted for the restaurant before you hit the abandoned hotel junction, +66 44 620 713. Excellent. Very popular, live music, sit in or outside at the back near the fountain.

Baan Chay Nam Restaurant, 456 Liang Mueang Road (From the Amari it's 10 min. Down the hill past Ducati shop, 3rd exit at roundabout, go through traffic lights at junction with abandoned hotel, uturn and its in a small soi signposted for the restaurant before you hit the abandoned hotel junction, +66 44 620 713. Excellent. Very popular, live music, sit in or outside at the back near the fountain.

The Square. Karaoke bars, restaurants, and the huge Speed1 nightclub featuring live shows and a DJ playing Thai and Western hits every night.

The Square. Karaoke bars, restaurants, and the huge Speed1 nightclub featuring live shows and a DJ playing Thai and Western hits every night.

Medical education centre, Buriram General Hospital.

Buriram has adequate medical facilities:

Buriram General Hospital consists 750 patient beds
Thesaban Mueang Buriram Health Center
66 clinics
A Thai Traditional Medicine Center