Surin

Surin is best known for its elephants. The gigantic animal of Surin impresses everyone and creates unique character of the province. The people of Surin have a long relationship with the elephants which goes back for more than two thousand years. The area is dotted with ancient Khmer ruins built during the Angkor Empire. Some of the most beautiful silk comes from Surin which is also very famous fragrant jasmine rice.