Sirindhorn Dam
is a stone dam filled with clay. It is constructed to divide the Dom Noi River,
which is a branch of the Mun River, at Kaeng Chae Noi in Chong Mek
Sub-district, Sirindhorn District, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The establishment
started in 1968 and finished in 1971. It is currently under the responsibility
of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand. Apart from its advantage
to produce electricity, Sirindhorn Dam is also an important tourist attraction
in Ubon Ratchathani Province. Sirindhorn has a very spectacular scenery. The
main activity here is undoubtedly admiring the view of the dam above its ridge.
Besides, inside the dam, there is "Sirindhorn Garden," which the
Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand built to glorify Princess Maha Chakri
Sirindhorn in the occasion of her third round birthday anniversary in 1990.
Sirindhorn Garden is situated on the left side of the dam ridge, next to the
reservoir. The area covers around 40 Rai. It is generally shady with large and
small plants and is a suitable place for relaxation. Inside the garden, the
interesting things are the sculptures of 3 elephants, playing the Thai
xylophone, fiddle, and flute. These three are the princess' favorite musical
instruments. At the garden, there are poem inscribed at many places for the
visitors to search for. Other services which Sirindhorn Dam provides for the
tourists are restaurants, accommodation guaranteed by the Electricity
Generating Authority of Thailand, and golf court for those who are interested
in playing sports. Direction: From the city center of Ubon Ratchathani
Province, take the highway number 24 to Warin Chamrap District. After that,
take the highway number 217 to Sirindhorn District. The entrance of Sirindhorn
Dam is on the left side of the highway number 217. It is not far from the city
center of Sirindhorn District.