Ubon Ratchathani

Posted by paul on July 21st, 2008 filed in Travel destinations, Up Country, Visiting

One of the main cities in Thailand’s northeastern Isaarn region, for centuries Ubon Ratchathani has been a significant and well-established community. The distance between Bangkok and Ubon is about 390 miles and the city is famous for hosting the annual Candle Procession. Mentioned below are some of Ubon Ratchathani’s finest attractions.

Pha Thaem and Pha Mon is positioned within less than two miles from Sao Chaliang. Pha Mon and Pha Taem are two steep impressing cliffs overlooking the mighty Mekong river offering an excellent view of Laos across the water. More than 4,000 years old can be spotted on the cliffs’ surface, depicting ancient traditions and ways of life of the population who once inhabited the region. Among these painting are figures of humans, hands, animals and geometric designs.

Pha Thaem National Park is situated about nine miles from Amphoe Khong Chiam and features a wide range of exciting outdoor pursuits.
Wat Maha Wanaram is Ubon’s most important and ancient Buddhist temple. The structure features the sacred image of Phra Chao Yai Indra Plang, highly respected by the people of Ubon Ratchathani as well as by the people in the neighbouring provinces.

The gigantic Sirindhorn Dam is one of the Northeast’s main multi-purpose dams and located about 43 miles from the city in Amphoe Phibun Mangsahan. This facility can produce 36,000 kilo watts or 13.5 million electricity units annually. Guide to Northeast Thailand

The Ban Kan Luang Archaeological Site is just three miles away from the city along Highway 2050 and 212. The Fine Arts Department excavated the site in 1992. Discoveries on display feature iron axes, pottery, beads, ornaments and implements. It is believed that this fascinating settlement dates back at least two millenniums.

The district of Khong Chiam overlooks the Mekhong River and is positioned about 50 miles from downtown Ubon Ratchathani. There are hire boats available here to make the trip to Khaeng Thana cataract and to go see the bicolour river where the Moon and Mekhong Rivers meet. Ubon Ratchathani travel guide
Ubon Ratchathani landmark