Udon Thani Travel Guide, Udon Thani Travel Information, Udon Thani Thailand

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Introduction

Phu Phrabat Historical Park Udon Thani, a northeastern province covering an area of 11,730 square kilometers, is a prime business center of I-San. Located 564 kilometers from Bangkok, it the world heritage site for the prehistoric culture of Ban Chiang.

Udon Thani is probably best known for its archaeological wonders, paramount among them the hamlet of Ban Chiang where the world's first Bronze Age civilization is believed to have flourished more than 5,000 years ago.

Udon Thani borders Nong Khai to the north, Khon Kaen to the south, Sakon Nakhon to the east and Nongbualamphu and Loei to the west. The province is located on a plateau which is approximately 187 metres above sea level. Most of its areas are covered with rice fields, forests and hills, with the Phu Pan mountain ranges and the Songkhram River are the provinces 2 main natural resources.

The locals are mainly engaged in agricultural activities, with particular rising in wholesale and retail trading activities. That is why Udon Thani is an agricultural market hub or neighboring provinces.

Udon Thani's provincial seal depicts God Wetsuwan, King of the giants and keeper of the Northern Heavenly Gate.

Borders

North	: Nong Khai
East	: Sakhon Nakhon
South	: Khon Kaen and Kalasin
West	: Loei and Nong Bua Lam Phu

Distance

Distances from Mueang District to Other Districts
Kut Chap	24 km.	Ku Kaeo	61 km.
Nong Han	35 km.	Chai Wan	62 km.
Nong Saeng	35 km.	Thung Fon	65 km.
Prachaksinlapakhom	36 km.	Sang Khom	68 km.
Nong Wua So	39 km.	Si That	72 km.
Kumphawapi	43 km.	Ban Dung	84 km.
Phen	43 km.	Wang Sam Mo	96 km.
Phibun Rak	50 km.	Nam Som	110 km.
Non Sa-at	53 km.	Na Yung	129 km.
Ban Phue	55 km.

Festivals & Events

Phra Phutthabat Bua Bok Worship Fair Phra Phutthabat Bua Bok Worship Fair
When: March
Where: Wat Phra Phutthabat Bua Bok
This annual fair is held during the13^th – 15^th waxing moon days of the 3^rd lunar month with booths of goods and local products for sale.

Thung Si Mueang Udon Thani and Mi-khit Cloth Fair

When: December
Where: Thung Si Mueang
This annual fair is held around December. There are booths of goods and local products, such as silk cloth, Khit-pattern woven cloth, hand – woven cloth, Mi-Khit cloth, and a golden dragon show from the Chaopu – Chaoya Chinese Spirit Shrine.