Thao Suranaree Municipal Area
Between Chumphon and Ratchadamnoen Roads
About
Thao Suranaree Municipal Area, Between Chumphon and Ratchadamnoen Roads (from the west (Bangkok) follow Mittraphap as it changes to Hwy 224. Turn right onto Chumphon Rd just past IT Plaza. The Municipal Area is on your right and runs the length of Chumphon Rd). Every day, 24 hrs. The Municipal Area (sometimes referred to as a park) is a long pedestrian strip sandwiched between Chumphon and Ratchadamnoen Roads. It runs nearly the full length of Chumphon Rd from the junction with Hwy 224 up to the Yamo monument. It's one of the best places in Korat for an evening stroll. Best place to start your walk is at the north end (Hwy 224) at the 'Yamo Entrance' (see main photo at the top of this article). You will pass a short section of moat - Wat Phayap is on your left - and then come to the start of the pedestrian area. Here, a raised water course follows the line of the long-gone moat and city wall. As you continue your walk you will pass the Light and Sound Performance Building on your left and, near to that, a reconstructed section of the city wall complete with explanatory plaque in English. Further up the Municipal Area you will come to an amphitheatre and, beyond, the statue of Yamo and the Chomphon Gate. Beyond here, the moat recommences.
