Mor Hin Khao

“Thailand’s Stonehenge” is the nickname for Mo Hin Khao, a natural rock formation in Phu Laen Kha National Park in Chaiyaphum Province. Unlike the original Stonehenge in England, these pillars are not man-made but have been shaped by nature over millions of years. 

The Mo Hin Khao Formation

• Five pillar rocks: The most prominent feature of Mo Hin Khao is a group of five large sandstone columns, some of which are up to 12 meters tall. Local legend holds that these rocks glow with a white light on certain nights in the Buddhist calendar.
• Other unique rock formations: Throughout the park, you can find other interesting natural sculptures created from white sandstone, siltstone, and mudstone. These include formations called “Pagoda stone Elephants stone” and “Lan Hin Ton Sai”.
• Geological history: The rocks are part of a sedimentary formation from the Jurassic–Cretaceous period, around 65–195 million years ago.

Visitor information

• Location: Mo Hin Khao is situated on a plateau within Phu Laen Kha National Park in Chaiyaphum Province, which is in Thailand’s northeastern Isaan region.
• Activities: The site is popular with photographers, especially during sunrise and sunset. The area is also excellent for stargazing during the cool season of December and January.
• Nearby attractions: Within the national park, visitors can find other features such as the Pha Hua Nak cliff viewpoint and the vibrant purple Siam tulip fields during the rainy season.