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Chang Arena Stadium
It is located in Isan sub district . It is the world standard stadium of the “ Buriram United ” Football Club . Its name was changed several times from “ I-mobile Stadium ”, “ Buriram Stadium ”, or “ Thunder Castle Stadium ”, which was the name used in international matches , and recently changed to “ Chang Arena ”. Chang Arena is famous for its beauty and Thailand ’ s first “ football stadium ”, having standards and being recognized by the Federation International de Football Association ( FIFA ) and the Asian Football Confederation ( AFC ). The Stadium was designed by way of combining technology and modernization of the Chelsea and Leicester City Football Clubs in the United Kingdom to be applied to suit the weather conditions in Thailand . The Stadium was officially used in 2012 . Presently , it has a seating capacity of 32,600 with facilities plus a modern security system . The area around the Stadium is landscaped as a large public park for the general public to relax and exercise .
For more information , contact Tel . + 66 4466 6445 , + 66 9 8103 8888 , or the Buriram United Company Limited at Tel . + 66 2658 3768 or www . buriramunited . com
Sarus Crane Reintroduction Project Thailand
Sarus Crane Reintroduction Project Thailand is located near the Huai Chorakhe Mak Reservoir in Sakae Phrong sub district . Ideal for monitoring , studying , and watching the Eastern Sarus Crane species that lives in the wild in Thailand . It is a project that aims to conserve the habitats of plant and animal species and act as an essential learning center in Buriram Province . The project conveys the success in preserving wetlands and Thai cranes by way of community efforts and local knowledge . Apart from offering tourism opportunities , the center also continues to create economic opportunities , promote eco-tourism , and provide a chance for youth and interested people to learn about the conservation of the Eastern Sarus Crane . From establishing a conservation center , there are approximately 15 young Eastern Sarus Cranes born in the wild after being extinct in natural environments for 50 years .
For further details , contact Mr . Nattawat Peawprakon + 66 9 0286 8327
Chang International Circuit
The Chang International Circuit , also referred to as Buriram International Circuit , stands as Thailand ' s premier motorsport venue , particularly recognized for hosting the Thai MotoGP . It holds the distinction of being the first circuit in Thailand to receive both FIA Grade 1 and FIM Grade A certifications , signifying its top-tier standards for hosting major international motorsport events .
This circuit , located in Buriram , was developed with the ambition of becoming a key motorsport hub in Asia a vision that has been largely realized . In addition to MotoGP , the circuit has attracted other major international series , including SuperGT , WorldSBK , Asian Le Mans Series , GT World Challenge , and the Asia Road Racing Championship .