The Buraphachan Chedi, or Wat Pa Salawan, is an important meditation center for Buddhists in general. It has been a significant base for meditation practice for over 74 years, serving as a gathering place for Vipassana meditation monks from the Dharma Army.

Each of the venerable monks who participated in the construction and practice at Wat Pa Salawan have made significant contributions to the religious community, including Luang Pu Sao Kantasilo, Luang Pu Man Phurithatto, Luang Pu Singh Khantayakomo, Phra Ajahn Phon Sumano, and Luang Pho Phut Thaniyo. All of these venerable monks remain revered by the faithful, even after their deaths.

The abbot of Nakhon Ratchasima Province named the temple "Wat Pa Salawan" because the area where the temple was built was primarily a dry dipterocarp forest, and this land was the garden land of Luang Chan Nikhom. The land is sandy, and the grounds are elevated and imposing. It's about 30-40 sen from the village and about 30 sen from the Korat Railway Station.

About 30 years ago, the forest temple was still a forest. It was mostly bamboo, but now there's very little. The area surrounding the temple, outside the walls, is a cart path. The Non-Formal Education Center (southwest of the temple) used to be a cemetery. The health center (south of the temple) is a rice field where villagers used to make clay into burnt bricks for sale.

Now it's a homeland village. Next to the crematorium (now demolished) is a swamp, formerly known as Nong Kae Chang. It's still a swamp. Previously, this area was heavily bamboo-forested and swampy, with only a small swamp in the center. Now, there's a large swamp outside the walls next to the crematorium. Carts used to pass through this area, and mahouts would regularly bring their elephants here to rest in this swamp. The villagers therefore call it Nong Kae Chang. The temple also regularly passes through this area. Previously, this area was a desolate forest.

The temple is located in the heart of Korat, behind Nakhon Ratchasima Railway Station (the main station), near Nong Kae Chang Public Park.

• Private car: Take Ratchasima-Pak Thong Chai Road (Sueb Siri Road) or take Mittraphap Road into the city, heading towards Nakhon Ratchasima Railway Station.

• Public transportation: Take the No. 8 Songthaew (songthaew) or use a taxi/taxi within the city.

• Dress Code: As this is a strict forest meditation temple, appropriate attire (pants/skirts covering the knees and sleeveless shirts covering the shoulders) is recommended to reflect appropriateness and respect for the temple.

• Morning Atmosphere: Morning sunlight filters through the large trees, creating a beautiful atmosphere, perfect for taking photos or relaxing and enjoying nature.

• For those seeking an overnight meditation retreat, please inquire about the regulations and prepare personal items (especially white clothing and items free of perfume) in advance.

Admission Fees:

• No admission fee

Opening Hours:

• Open daily from approximately 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (for those wishing to pay their respects and simply stroll around).

• If you wish to participate in the evening prayers, which usually begin around 5:30 PM (as per the meditation schedule), please contact the temple directly, as the meditation area may have different entry and exit times than the general visitor area.