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 Khon
Kaen is the commercial, administrative and educational centre
of the Northeast, which is often used by travellers as a base for
visiting many parts of upper Isan. Khon Kaen National Museum houses
objects from the Dvaravati period and bronze sculptures from Ban
Chiang. Kaen Nakhon Lake in the centre of town is a popular spot
for picnics and dining, while Wat That on its bank features typical
Isan spires. Khon Kaen is the centre of the northeastern silk industry
with numerous villages producing their own mudmee designs. Chonnabot
is noted for its quality silks. Every December the city hosts a
Silk Fair, when all the best materials are on sale.
Unusual animals are popular in the province, with the cobra and
the turtle villages high on tourist programmes. In both villages,
the residents live with their proteges, training them and putting
on fascinating shows. A dinosaur is the provincial- symbol ever
since remains of these great beasts were unearthed in Phu Wiang
National Park, an area also famous for its flora, fauna and waterfalls.
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Car
From Bangkok, take Highway No. 1 to Saraburi and Highway
No. 2 to Khon Kaen via Nakhon Ratchasima, a total distance
of 449 kilometres
Bus
Buses depart from Bangkok’s Mochit 2 Bus Terminal
to Khon Kaen every day. Contact Transport Co.Ltd at Tel: 0
2936 2852-66 for more information
Train
Regular trains depart from Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong
Railway Station to Khon Kaen every day. Call 1690, 0 2223
7010-20 for more information.
Air
Thai Airways flies from Bangkok to Khon Kaen every day.
Call 1566, 0 2280 0060, 0 2628 2000 for more information.
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 Dok
Khun Siang Khaen Festival
Dok Khun Siang Khaen Festival is held during April 13-15
every year at Bung Kaen Nakhon. The day starts with merit
making, followed by pouring holy water on Buddha images, local
dramatic arts, floral cart procession, northeastern food contest,
boat race in Bung Kaen Nakhon, and shops selling a variety
of products.
Silk and Phuk Sieo Festival
Silk and Phuk Sieo Festival is held annually on 29 November-10
December at the front area of Khon Kaen town hall. The main
events are the display of the local silk and its contest and
I-san making friend tradition called Phuk Sieo. Pha Laeng,
a wonderful I-san dinner is also available.
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 Khon
Kaen hotels Thailand
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Kosa Hotel
Kosa Hotel has proven quality excellence receiving award for
best Tourist Accommodation, Mice-directed from the Tourism
Authority of Thailand, and the Top Winning Award for the Best
Hotel Fire Prevention and Safety. (Rooms
and rates)
Address : 250-252 Srichan Road,
Khon Kaen 40000
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Charoen Thani Princess
Charoen Thani Princess Hotel proudly offers both business
and holiday guests first-class accommodation in a traditional
ambience. The 320 richly appointed rooms and suites make your
visit a memorable one. (Rooms
and rates)
Address : 260 Srichan Road, Muang,
Khon Kaen 40000
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Sofitel Raja Orchid Khon Kaen
At the first international hotel in Thailand's Northeast to
offer sophisticated and world class service, Sofitel Raja
Orchid Khon Kaen is designed to meet the demands of the business
person, conference participant and leisure traveler alike.
Only a 40 minute flight from Bangkok with several flights
to and from the capital daily. (Rooms
and rates)
Address : 9/9 Prachasumran Road,
Muang,
Khon Kaen 40000
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