Symbols
Provincial seal
A monument to Thao Suranaree (real name: Khun Ying Mo; 1771–1852) is situated in front of the old Prau Chumpon gate. Also called "The Great Heroine of Khorat", Kun Ying Mo was the wife of the Deputy Governor of Khorat during the reign of King Rama III. In 1826, Khun Ying Mo managed to save the city from an invasion by the Laotian army led by Prince Anouvong of Vientiane. King Rama III conferred the title of "Thao Suranaree" on Khun Ying Mo, as well as additional ones honouring her bravery.
Provincial Tree
Sa-Thorn (Millettia leucantha Kurz)
Provincial Motto
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- Land of brave women, Fine Silk material, Khorat Rice noodle, Phimai historical park, and Dan Kwian Ceramics.
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