Amphoe Chiang Khan
Kaeng Khut Khu
This is an islet in the middle of the Mekong River, 3
kilometers from Chiang Khan District Office. Kaeng Khut Khu is
well known for its colorful boulders that are clearly visible
during the dry season and totally submerged in other seasons.
On the opposite bank of the River, visitors can see “Chana
Kham”, Vientiane District, Laos PDR.
For tourists, there are traditional northeastern restaurants
on the riverbank selling grilled fish and freshwater shrimp. A
boat can be chartered to enjoy magnificent views along Maekong
River.
To get there from the city of Loei, take the Loei-Chiang Khan
road and drive for 47 kilometers, turn right and proceed for another
3 kilometers to Amphoe Chiang Khan.
Sanya Mushroom Farm
The farm produces Shiitake mushrooms all year round for
sale locally and in Bangkok. Chemical-free vegetables are also
grown and on sale here. The farm is open to the public from 8.00
a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Call 01 9757623 or 01 9543573 for more information.
To get there, take Highway No. 203 from Amphoe Phu Ruea.
Thai Dam Cultural Village
This village, situated at Ban Na Pa Nat, Tambon Khao Kawo,
has so much to offer to art lovers. The Thai Dam (Dam = black)
people migrated here from Laos in 1905. Conservative and traditional,
their culture has been well preserved as illustrated in the construction
of their houses and their lifestyle. In addition, a local weaving
group demonstrating the traditional weaving process. Visitors
can purchase souvenirs at the group’s center and cultural
enthusiasts can experience the Thai Dam lifestyle through homestay
accommodations. Call the Thai Dam Cultural Conservation Society
at 01 0482000 for more information and reservations.
Wat Huay Hao Inscription
A 22-line slate inscription written in Thai Noi characters
that records the royal command of King Photiworawasa Rajathiraj
to renovate the temple and craft the inscription. The inscription
is now kept at Loei Cultural Center, Rajabhat Institute.
Wat Si Khun Mueang
This unique temple on Chai Khong Road north of Chiang
Khan market has a chapel similar to that found in northern Thai
temples with a mural of a Buddhist tale covering the entire front
part.
Wat Tha Khaek
This ancient temple on the bank of the Mekong River, 2
kilometers from Chiang Khan District Office, has 3 sandstone Buddha
images that are over 300 hundred years old enshrined in the chapel.
