Things to see and do Northeast – Isaan

The museum presents a very complete collection of the archaeological, historical and artistic treasures of Isaan in general and the Ubon Ratchathani region in particular. The exhibition is divided into 10 rooms: information on the Province, geography and geology, prehistory, Dharavadhi and Jenla cultures, Khmer culture, Thai-Laotian cultures, Ubolrachateen fabrics, local music, crafts and tools, and finally government systems and religions.

Surrounded by wooded hills, it stretches over 40 km in length. It is possible to bathe as many Thai people do. The place is much less frequented in the week.

On the road back to Ubon, you can go to the rapids and even bathe in the favorable season (out of drought). Only one bemol but one size: plastic bags and other detritus that hang the banks.

When the town's inhabitants want some peace and quiet and want to get some fresh air, they head for the developed shores of the lake. It is also the place of predilection of the sportsmen when the heat is not too overpowering. It is a privileged place for a picnic in the shade of a tree. Small restaurants and street food stands are scattered here and there, including the famous Bua Luang north of the lake. Many temples are also located on the shores.

This 12th century Hindu Khmer Khmer temple, located about thirty kilometres from Surin, was built under the reign of Suryavarman II, who was also responsible for the construction of the Angkor site. It is composed of 5 prang (towers) built on the same base, each measuring 30 meters. The lintels of the doors and columns are decorated with decorations. The stone sculptures bearing the effigy of Hindu deities, Shiva, Brahma, Ganesha, Vishnu and Uma, recall the original function of the temple, which was later converted into a Buddhist monastery in the 16th century.

This natural park aims to preserve the fauna and flora of this part of the province. A wide variety of animals, particularly birds, can be seen. The main attraction of the park is Wat Phanom Silaram built in 1979. It is a sacred place and many pilgrims regularly come here to pray. Magnificent view on the surroundings but some 600 steps to climb! At the top of a hill called Khao Sawai, the only one that dominates the flat landscape of the surrounding rice fields, stands a huge white Buddha.

The Ban Na Kha village textile market, also known as the silk market, is located on Mittaphap Road, on the Udon Thani - Nong Khai road. The market is made up of some 30 stores set up by a group of weavers from Ban Na Kha and neighboring villages. Among the products on offer are silk pieces, each woven with the exquisite, shiny, embossed Khit motifs that make up the identity of Isaan fabric: shirts, pants, skirts, shawls, pillows and souvenirs...

Located on the banks of the Mekong River, this picturesque covered market is spread over two lanes. It stands on the site of the former governor's house. The adjoining harbour was once known as "the governor's jetty". Over the years, trade developed here and the area became a thriving market, mainly for products from Indochina and Eastern Europe. The pier was later renamed Tha Sadet. Today, it's where local people cross the river between Thailand and Laos.