Khao Chin Lae in Lopburi displays abundant sunflowers in winter
For those who are fans of sunflowers, winter is a perfect time to visit a blooming sunflower field in Thailand.
While you can find places to see sunflowers around the country, Khao Chin Lae has large sunflower fields with a backdrop of mountains in Lopburi, just two hours from Bangkok.
Sunflower fields surrounded by mountains in Lopburi
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Khao Chin Lae Sunflower Field in Lopburi offers large sunflower fields in bloom annually from December – January with a backdrop of lush mountains.Â
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The spot is popular among IG influencers or passionate posers for a shoot with the background of blooming sunflowers.
Furthermore, you can take a tram to observe the sunflowers for ฿20 (~USD0.59)/person. The tram will take you into the field and stop for you to take pics for five to ten minutes.
A small cafe with photogenic cosmos flower fields
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Basil & Coffee is a cafe that sits 10 minutes from the sunflower field. You can stop by for its Salmon Steak for ฿200 (~USD5.87) or quench your thirst with hot cocoa for (~USD1.03).
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The highlights here are the mini cosmos flower fields for you to admire. You can also walk on the raised boardwalk to take some shots with a small wooden cottage in the middle of the field – which is a trendy photo spot for many guests.
Visit a hidden temple & climb rocks to get a spectacular view of the landscape
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You can head to Wat Weluwan on a nearby mountain to make merit and pay respect to Buddha. When you’re at the temple, you’ll spot a huge white Buddha statue overlooking the green fields up there.
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If you happen to be into rock climbing, Khao Chin Lae also offers spots for rock climbing, so you can get an uninterrupted view of the landscape on the tops. So, make sure you bring your gear and equipment with you.
Take a trip to sunflower fields in Khao Chin Lae, Lopburi
If you’re looking for a place near Bangkok to visit in January, Khao Chin Lae in Lopburi is a destination you should consider, as it’s just two hours from the city by driving.
Apart from the sunflower fields, you can additionally drop by a nice little cafe, a hillside temple, and a lush mountain nearby during the trip, so it’s really worth it. After the trip, show us your nice photos of the place!
Khao Chin Lae Sunflower Field
Address: Highway 3017 Nikhom Sang Ton Eng, Mueang Lop Buri District, Lopburi 15000
Opening hours: 8am–6pm, Daily
Contact: +66 6 4879 5655 | Khao Chin Lae Sunflower Field’s Facebook | Google Maps
Other places to consider visiting:
- Phu Langka in Phayao lets you admire sweeping views of foggy green fields
- Wat Pha Sorn Kaew boasts giant white buddhas overlooking a mountain
- LOF LAND cafe in Chonburi will take you the outer space
Cover image adapted from: @skyinmanee, @sally_salinee and @ae_ae_jibijibi, @changanistan