Thung Thantawan Lopburi

The farmers in Amphoe Phatthana Nikhom, in the Lopburi Province originally began growing sunflowers to replace their less profitable corn crops. However, now it is their beauty which brings the much need tourism dollars to the area. During the winter, visitors from all over the kingdom come to enjoy these golden fields, making this the newest hotspot for vacationers.
Location
Located in Amphoe Phatthana Nikhom in the Lopburi Province, The sunflower fields or Thung Than-tawan is the most popular place in the region to see these golden treasures of nature. Once here, many people travel to the Pasak Chonlasit Dam to cool off.

Highlights

Thung Thantawan: During the winter, Thung Thantawan, covering over one hundred Rais (160,000 square meters) becomes engulfed in a golden blanket. Although the sunflowers bloom during different seasons, winter is by far the most majestic. Each year in Amphoe Muang, the town hosts the Thantawan Festival. This festival draws people from all different walks of life to enjoy the scenes and sunflower products made by the locals.

The Pasak Chonlasit Dam: The Pasak Chonlasit Dam is located in Amphoe Phatthana Nikhom, only sixty kilometers from Lopburi. This is the largest earthen dam in Thailand and offers beautiful views. Every weekend there is a tourist train which brings visitors to and from Lopburi.

How to Get There
From the town of Lopburi, take Highway 21. Eight kilometers before Wat Mani Sisopon, turn left. Continue on this road for two-and-a-half kilometers. From here, you will be unable to miss Thung Thantawan.
Tourism Authority of Thailand (Lopburi Office) call: 0-3642-2768-9
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