Travel to Isan Thailand. What do we know about the north of Thailand and his poorest Area

Any journey should be started with some information about the country, a trip to which is included in the nearest plans. Travelers in Thailand, except information about attractions, transport system and national cuisine, it is important to find enough data on the regional division of the kingdom.

Thailand Province is not just parts of one country, but unique cultural units. Chumphon and Trang, Province of Phang NGA and Chonburi, Rayong and Praa differ from each other not only by the region of location and climate, but also the culture and features of life. Officially, 77 provinces and separately the distinguished district of Bangkok are combined into six major regions.

Location on Thailand map

▣ The map does not indicate the new province of the Bungkan from the part of the province of Nongkay, created in 2011.

The journey is not on major tourist centers, but according to remote areas makes it possible to get acquainted with the culture and life of the country, see the real Thais, not spoiled by the thirst for profit in tourists and ready for open communication.

Northern provinces

It is the north of the country that is considered to be the very region that retained the authenticity and national characteristics of the country. Of the 17 provinces of this part of Thailand, lampang and ps are especially highlighted, well-preserved bright historical features.

▣ Lampang Luang.

It is also manifested in the ideal preservation of architectural monuments, and in the ability to join the past: for example, ride in the horse wagon on the old town.

In the city of tourists from all over the world, temple buildings in Thai and Burmese style are attracted: sacred places possessing, according to believing, supernatural power.

The northern provinces of Thailand are attractive to their historical part: the journey to these regions is worth planning to those who are classical beach rest prefers cognitive excursions and trips.

No less attractive to the tourist who have no way out to the sea Chiang Mai and Chianggrieve: Thailand in this region appears in all its unique beauty. Numerous temples, of which the white temple is highlighted, the unique night market, museums and gardens - all this real Paradise For fascinating tourist.

Northeast region

The Northeast of the country is almost a third of the territory and a third of the population. This poorest and least visited region of the country has an equally gloomy name - Isan - in honor of the Hindu of death. The non-neuristic region of the tourist Thailand does not speak Thai and does not favor the travelers: the majority of the population engaged in exhausting agricultural work is not distinguished by a good temper.

▣ Non-Russian region of tourist Thailand.

Scarce soils, minimal earnings, unsuccessful deployment of cities and a bad long-distance communication system - all pushes from the visit to Isana not only avid tourists, but also the indigenous people of the country.

▣ Pier on Northeast Thailand.

Among the cities of Isana, it allocated except that the unwashed capital - the coat, which attracts tourists with a zoo with a water park for a family holiday, as well as a historical center, in which everyone will find something interesting. Cafe with stunning national cuisine, youth playgrounds, historical monuments And museums - rest for every taste.

▣ Fantastic sculpture park in the northeast of Thailand.

Among other noteworthy objects of this province should be mentioned temple complex Peace May - Khemersky ruins, partially preserved and partially reconstructed.

National Park Khao Yai is of interest to its unique untouched nature, enjoy which it is possible during a walking trip to one of the 15 trail or during the night safari.

Central provinces

It is the central provinces of Thailand that are considered the heart of the country: 19 unique region, not similar to each other, but united by history and culture. Untouched nature In the depths of provinces, developed farm, historical monuments, farms and production, regular festivals and floating markets are Thailand in its real beauty.

▣ Central provinces are considered the heart of the country.

Speaking about the center of the country, the first usually mention the capital - Bangkok, an ancient and rapidly developing city, which united not only the old temples and high-altitude office buildings, but also people of different nationalities.

Two or three days spent in this city, inexorably change the person, making it part of Thailand, part of an ancient culture and future achievements. Monasteries and temples of the city center are forced to think about the structures of being, and the facades of the skyscrapers are descending from heaven to the ground.

Western provinces

The West of the country is a combination of unique natural reserves and the preserved intact monuments of antiquity. Most often, the tourists attracted by the glory of the country's National Park in Phethecatburi Province are visited.

▣ Phraya Nakhon Cave - Physictburi Province Business Card.

Almost half of the province are virgin wet forests, which turn out to be not just interesting, but extremely exciting for naturalists. Fans of a more cognitive recreation will be interesting to visit the complex of palaces and temples Nakhon Khiri, which is a concentration of the best samples of Thai and Chinese architecture.

▣ Pira Nakhon Khiri - summer Palace King Mongkut.

No less interesting and the other part of the country - Kanchanaburi. This province is considered a fabulous region attracting the attention famous with waterfalls, a golde temple triangle, a temple of a tiger cave and other attractions.

In addition, this part of the country is not so popular with tourists, so the littleness and peacefulness of this province creates a special mood for a relaxing rest.

Eastern provinces

The East of the country is a tourist paradise, which, besides numerous historical and natural attractions, includes and amazing beauty beaches who are pleased with white sand and ultramarine sea not only travelers, but also local population. For example, the province of Rayong is attractive to almost stokilometer beach Linie and.

▣ Samty - Island Paradise for lovers of untouched nature.

The island with clean beaches and coral reefs, caves and gardens are ideal for a comfortable stay. Oriental provinces are considered to be the perfect concentration of all species an interesting tourist Rest and amazing service.

▣ Chonburi more industrial city than tourist.

Chonburi Province is convenient for tourists not only with their proximity to Bangkok, but also a special local flavor, carefully protected by the local population. One of the most famous resort cities of the country - Pattaya is located in this region. In addition to traditional tourist walks on Walking Street (the most lively at night of the city), guests of this region can visit animals farms, botanical gardens and temples.

– beautiful placeSacred for Buddhists of all countries. Therefore, a visit to this attraction should be included in the list of mandatory.

Canthtaburi - bordering a Cambodian province attractive to active touristspreferring hiking and rafting, as well as for fans of local culture and religion. Comfortable hotels, friendly staff and local population, entertainment for every taste - classic for tourist country The kit is presented in this province.

Southern provinces

The southern provinces of Thailand - the personification of the country's tourist start in the unique variety of nature and architecture: the beaches here are adjacent to the old temples, and the secluded islands boast of impassable jungle.

▣ South of the country is a unique manifold of architecture.

Province of Trang is the islands, beaches and mountains, guaranteeing peace and solitude to all guests. It is peace and relaxation perfectly characterize rest on the islands of Muk, Lebong and Kandan. Province of Chumphon (or Chumbon) is known for its beaches, islands, waterfalls and parks. Nature lovers will be satisfied with the view from the window of their hotel, and the neighborhood of attractions will not give up on the landscape of the ideal landscape.

▣ Province of Trang is located in the south of Thailand, and almost borders with Malaysia.

Province of Phangring attracts tourists intact beaches and the world famous "", figured in the film about the famous spy. Comfortable hotels, sea entertainment and excursions in national Park JSC Pang Nga - all this south of the country.

List of Thailand provinces

№	№ (on the map)	Province	Administrative center	Population	Square,	Density
North
1	1	Camphangphet	Camphangphet	783 379	8 608	91,01
2	2			731 710	12 534	58,38
3	3	Lamphun	Lamphun	406 178	4 509	90,08
4	4	Mahongson	Mahongson	193 005	12 681	15,22
5	5	Nakhonsana	Nakhonsana	975 632	9 598	101,65
6	6	Nan	Nan	443 484	11 472	38,66
7	7	Poayau.	Poayau.	407 822	6 335	64,38
8	8	Phetchabun	Phetchabun	931 337	12 668	73,52
9	9	Phitsanianok	Phitsanianok	896 095	10 816	82,85
10	10	PHICTE	PHICTE	530 754	4 531	117,14
11	11	PCRE	PCRE	417 689	6 539	63,88
12	12	Sukhothai	Sukhothai	617 157	6 596	93,57
13	13	So	So	514 259	16 407	31,34
14	14	Uttaradit	Uttaradit	427 917	7 839	54,59
15	15	Uthaithani	Uthaithani	290 204	6 730	43,12
16	16	Chiang Mai	Chiang Mai	1 708 564	20 107	84,97
17	17	Chiangra	Chiangra	1 157 302	11 678	99,10
Northeast (Isan)
18	1	Amnatcharen	Amnatcharen	278 893	3 161	88,23
19	2	Buriram.	Buriram.	1 265 020	10 323	122,54
20		Bungkan (created in 2011)	Bungkan.		4 305
21	3	Kalasin	Kalasin	814 768	6 947	117,28
22	4	Khonken	Khonken	1 735 096	10 886	159,39
23	5	Lyu.	Lyu.	537 226	11 425	47,02
24	6	Mahasarakham	Mahasarakham	817 778	5 292	154,53
25	7	Mukdakhan	Mukdakhan	356 312	4 340	82,10
26	8	Nakchonphan	Nakchonphan	578 363	5 513	104,91
27	9	Nakhonratchasima	Nakhonratchasima	2 522 251	20 494	123,07
28	10	Nongbulamphu	Nongbulamphu	479 905	3 859	124,36
29	11	Nongkai	Nongkai	809 431	3 027	267,40
30	12	Roet	Roet	1 074 283	8 299	129,45
31	13	Sokenakhon	Sokenakhon	932 315	9 606	97,06
32	14	Sisac	Sisac	1 044 965	8 840	118,21
33	15	Surin	Surin	1 112 330	8 124	136,92
34	16	Kondchathani	Kondchathani	1 735 803	15 745	110,24
35	17	Udonthani	Udonthani	1 280 696	11 730	109,18
36	18	Teaphum	Teaphum	953 124	12 778	74,59
37	19	Yashothon	Yashothon	479 453	4 162	115,20
Central Thailand.
38	1	Angthong	Angthong	252 828	968	261,19
39	2	Ayutthaya	Ayutthaya	869 539	2 557	340,06
40	3	Big Bangkok, Special District	Bangkok	8 249 117	1 569	5257,56
41	4			799 655	19 483	41,04
42	5	Lopburi.	Lopburi.	769 213	6 200	124,07
43	6	Nakhonnayok.	Nakhonnayok.	244 873	2 122	115,40
44	7	Nakchonpathom	Nakchonpathom	942 610	2 168	434,78
45	8	Nonthaburi	Nonthaburi	1 333 623	622	2144,09
46	9	Patchumthani	Patchumthani	1 326 589	1 526	869,32
47	10	Prachuapkhirikhan	Prachuapkhirikhan	464 711	6 368	72,98
48	11	PHTBURI / PHTECHTBURI	Phetchaburi	470 467	6 225	75,58
49	12	Ratburi / Ratchaburi	Ratchaburi	794 593	5 197	152,89
50	13	Samutprachan	Samutprachan	1 828 044	1 004	1820,76
51	14	SAMUTSAKHON	SAMUTSAKHON	885 564	872	1015,56
52	15	Samutongkhram	Samutongkhram	184 256	417	441,86
53	16	Saraburi.	Saraburi.	715 404	3 577	200,00
54	17	Singburi	Singburi	198 607	823	241,32
55	18	Suphanburi	Suphanburi	844 962	5 358	157,70
56	19	Chietat.	Chietat.	303 940	2 470	123,05
East
57	1	Praceanburi	Praceanburi	546 065	4 762	114,67
58	2	Rayong.	Rayong.	819 604	3 552	230,74
59	3	Sakeau	Sakeau	555 236	7 195	77,17
60	4	Spending	Spending	246 175	2 819	87,33
61	5	Chachengsau	Chachengsau	715 180	5 351	133,65
62	6	Channthaburi	Channthaburi	482 370	6 338	76,11
63	7			1 554 365	4 363	356,26
South Thailand.
64	1	Chumphon.	Chumphon.	466 030	6 009	77,56
65	2	Krabi.	Krabi.	359 368	4 709	76,32
66	3	Nakhonsithammarat	Nakhonsithammarat	1 449 387	9 943	145,77
67	4	Narathivat	Narathivat	668 863	4 475	149,47
68	5	Pattani.	Pattani.	605 208	1 940	311,96
69	6	Phangronga	Phangronga	255 188	4 171	61,18
70	7	Phatthalung.	Phatthalung.	477 853	3 425	139,52
71	8	Phuket.	Phuket.	525 018	543	966,88
72	9	Ranong	Ranong	247 192	3 298	74,95
73	10	Satun	Satun	272 886	2 479	110,08
74	11	Songkhala	Songkhala	1 480 468	7 394	200,23
75	12	Surattany	Surattany	1 005 475	12 892	77,99
76	13	Trang	Trang	596 183	4 918	121,22
77	14	Yala	Yala	432 245	4 521	95,61

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Thailand, Northeast Thailand (Isan)

Many heard the word Isan, but do not even know what it is. This is the name of the northeast of Thailand, which includes 20 provinces. But we only visit Ratchasim's Nakhon, the largest and most common attractions in the country and the most common attractions. The trip is designed for 2 days and 1 night, but if you want to attend one of the largest and most interesting national parks, you can travel and a little longer.

On the first day we will visit Chachoengsao province, see a lot of interesting sights, overnight stay in Nakhon Ratchasima. The next day, we travel around this province in the morning and in the evening we return to Pttya.

Our journey begins with a visit to the magnificent temple of Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan, which is located on the West Bank of the Bang River Parkong. The temple is always crowded with believers, they come from distant corners of Thailand to pay tribute to Luang Po Sathon (Honorary Father Sathon), as well as 20 other images of the Buddha. In this temple, it is customary to present Buddha chicken eggs, if the Buddha's previous visit to this temple heard and fulfilled your requests and prayers.

Next, we are going to the largest exhibition of sand figures. The exhibition is located on the territory of 20,000 square meters. Meters and on this area of \u200b\u200b4,000 tons of sand The leading world sculptors created many architectural compositions recognizable characters on films and myths.

We attend the ancient Chinese Temple of Thep Thawi ChaiVaphon, who has been more than 100 years old and was built during the reign of the great king frame 5. In the temple there is an old one in the temple, in architecture, in statues, in paintings and other things.

We are going to the so-called Pink Ganesh to the Wat Saman Rattanaram Temple, we watch the Dam on the Bang Bong River. In the temple on the banks of the river, the unusual statues of Eravan (three-headed elephant), Pink Ganesh and Vishnu (gods from Indian mythology), goddess Guanin (Chinese goddess of well-being). The river fence is made by their huge dragons, and the river floats the giant lotus.

The next our item is Parrot Park and Palm !!! Most big Park Birds and garden palm trees in Thailand with hundreds of excellent tropical parrots, as well as other birds and animals from around the world. In the farm incubator, you can see the entire process of the appearance of parrots, and in the local store you can buy one of them. The territory is quite large, a variety of waterflinking bodies and other birds, a variety of waterfowl reservoirs, beautiful gardens from palm trees, a hotel under construction in Thai style, so you can walk on a park, and you can rent a golf car.
Parrot Park site http://www.suanpalmfarmnok.com/

On the way to the Golden Temple, we drive into an unusual temple to the sculpture of black Multi-rigany Ganesh, this temple is still at the construction stage, but the monumental statue that is seen from afar in the district is worth a visit!

The Golden Temple of Wat Pak NAM is notable for the fact that everywhere inside and outside are covered with gold paint. Very unusual for Thailand and will undoubtedly produce unforgettable impressions.

And the last point of our visit will be at the unusual temple of Wat Pho Bang Khla, where the hordes of volatile foxes hang around on all surrounding trees. Surprisingly, the foxes live on trees inside the temple and nearby, and nowhere to meet them anywhere in such quantities! Next, we move to the city of Nakhon Ratchasim for the night.

Day 2.
On the morning of the next day a walk along historical Center. Cities, visiting the museum in the remains of the city wall, visit the Royal Temple in this province of Wat Phayap and inspection of an amazing man-made cave made by monks in the territory of the temple.

We are going to the village of Baan Prasat, archaeological excavations were conducted here and it would be very interesting to see how archaeologists have issued this extraordinary place. We attend a small museum and several excavation places that are left as it was found. Very unusual performance.

Having in love with the bones and shards, we are going to the ancient Temple of Phemyai, erected by another Khmers (Cambodia today) When this current territory of Thailand belonged to the Khmer Empire. The Temple of Phemyai occupies a decent territory, impressive Prang and other buildings on the territory, at least this construction has no longer few years. The beginning of the construction of this temple dates back to the 6th century and was completed in the 14th century of our era, but Tizhi \u200b\u200bis careful and followed that everything would not fall apart.

And so, the next place of visiting, one of the most beautiful mosaic temples, built in 2013 and where smart cards are used to pay donations. Here one of the most famous and revered monks in Thailand lives and this beauty was erected under his patronage. About the temple itself, the history of its construction and what the mosens and pictures are told inside you can tell for a very long time, so admire the photos, and if you decide to go there, then I will tell you all this.

Driving along the route from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasime look clings for looking out of the green spiers of the Wihan Luang Pho to Pheom Ransi. Handing closer, losing the gift of speech at the sight of a "gorgeous" temple, which sparkles like a diamond decoration. Not similar to any other traditional Thai temple, he is registered among the luxurious park with winding canals, ponds with swans and green arches. The inner decoration of the temple is pretty ascetic: in the central part, a huge statue of a memorable monk is seated, whom the parishioners are taught by the endless stream.

Museum of Figures from Iron Details
On the opposite side of the track from the Temple Wihan Luang Po attracts the attention of the powerful figure of the dragon, assembled from a variety of steel parts from old cars, motorcycles and bicycles, he lures his greatness drivers and their passengers in the Museum of Iron Figures. Being on the territory of the museum, you are lost from the abundance of popular kinoheroes and characters performed in the style of the Dragon. All these gears, radiators, bolts, nuts, shock absorbers ... So harmoniously merge that the figures seem alive.

Cost: a trip for 2 days (1 night) 8000 baht from a group of up to 4 people (without the cost of hotels, food and entrance tickets). Approximate cost of all entrance tickets 450 baht per person. The minimum cost of accommodation in hotels is from 400 baht for double rooms Depending on the place and season.

The northeast of Thailand, which is informally called and-san (I-SAN) stretches along the border with Cambodia and Laos. This is perhaps the least tourist part of Thailand with a distinctive culture and a kitchen.

Isan can be divided into two parts - the southern part, which borders the south of Laos and the North-West of Cambodia, and the northern part, which borders the central part of Laos. Self famous cities Region - Ubon Ratchantani on the southern border with Laos in the direction of Pakse and Udon Tanya in the northern part, the transition of the border with Laos in the direction of Vientiane.

Southern Isan - Khau Yai and Historical Parks

The southern part of Isana stretches along the border with Cambodia, it is not surprising that it is here that the most spectacular ancient Khmer temples of the period of the Angkor are located. Not leaving, you can visit the famous Nazioanal Park Khau Yai, see Khmer monuments in Isana historical parks and plunge into a friendly atmosphere of local cities.

Korate (Rakchasim Nakhon)

This city travelers are often called Chiang MEM without tourists) Old city, discouraged by the wall, atmospheric temples, a huge night market, delicious local food, a pretty good choice of housing is, by the way, one of the most large cities The region is very conveniently located on the way from Bangkok to the far cities of Isan, near the historic Park Fimai (Phimai) - one of the most significant historical parks of Thailand.

Wihan Wat Luang Pho Toe, Rakccassima Nakhon. Photo Credit: Taweesak Boonwirut, Flickr

Nakhon Rakchasim, Isan. Photo Credit: Adrian.Brand, Flickr

Wat Ban Rai, (Dan Khun Thhot), Nakhon Rakccisima. Photo Credit: KantaShoothailand, Flickr

Khauai National Park

Khauai National Park (Khao Yai) is the largest and one of the most visited parks of Thailand. Khauyi lies on the way from Bangkok to Korat, so the park study is conveniently combined with the inspection of the historic parks of the region.

You can get acquainted with the park either independently by taking the motorbike or car, or in the company Gida with a tour of the park (almost all guest houses and park loggies help their guests with transportation and organizing tours).

How to get there: by bus or train to Pak Chong (from Bangkok or Corat), from a taxi station or a motorbike to the park.

Khauai National Park (Khao Yai), Isan. Photo Credit: Chris Wilson, Flickr

Khauai National Park (Khao Yai), Isan. Photo Credit: Rick Baker, Flickr

Khauai National Park (Khao Yai), Isan. Photo Credit: Worawit SORANARAKSOPHON, FLICKR

PhiMai

The tiny town of Phemyai (Phimai) is located next to the historical park of the same name, in which you can find the excellent-preserved temples of the period of the ancient Angcourt. Here is the biggest badyan tree of Thailand. The park can be visited within the day of the day trip from the coat, but more "atmospheric" option to stay at night in Phymyai, rent a bike, inspect the temples in the early morning / closer to the evening, ride around the surroundings and spend the evening for dinner in one of the pleasant tiny local restaurants .

How to get there: by bus from Korat or Khon Kaen

Phemyai, Isan. Photo Credit: Issrasai, Flickr

The historic Park Fimai (Phimai), Isan. Photo Credit: Francis Halin, Flickr

Badyan trees, PhiMai. Photo Credit: Tony Withers, Flickr

Nong Kong and Fan Rung

By itself, the provincial town of Nong Kong (Nong Kong) does not represent much interest from a tourist point of view, the main interest for the traveler is the proximity of Nong Kong to the historical park of Fan Rung (Phanom Rung) - a complex of well-preserved Khmer temples located on the top of the extinguished Volcano. Explore the temples are best, taking the Motobike at one of the guest-khauzov Nong Kong.

How to get there: by bus from Bangkok and major cities of southern Isana.

Historic Park Fan Rung. Photo Credit: Manuel Romarís, Flickr

South Isan - Mekong

Part of the southern Isana stretches on Mekong along the picturesque national parks on the border with Laos, so the journey along this part of Isana is logically combined with a visit.

Ubon Ratchawany

This pretty lazy town can be boldly called among the most friendly in Thailand. Most travelers drive Ubon on the way to Pakse, on. However, the stop here can become quite interesting experience. Judge yourself - good inexpensive hotels and guest houses, super-delicious local food, pleasant atmosphere and proximity to three picturesque national parks, including Pha Taem Park, which stretches along Mekong. From the city you can organize a day trip to the park, with a return on a boat along the river or rent a motorbike and explore natural beauty yourself.

Ubon Ratchantani. Photo Credit: EattingThaifood

Pha Taem National Park. Photo Credit: JCH Travel, Flickr

Khong Chiam.

Khong Chiam (Khong Chiam) is a tiny town located right on Mekong on the border with Laos between two magnificent national parks of Pha Taem and Kaeng Tana. An excellent option for those who prefer the nature of urban stops.

How to get there: by bus or taxi from Ubon Rachatani; By bus or taxi to the border with Laos and further to the pacas.

Mukdakhan

Mukdakhan (Mukdahan) is the largest city on Mekong, with charming colorful houses, excellent guest-houses, delicious local food and proximity to Phu Pha Thoep National Park. Mukdakhan is located opposite the charming Lao southern town of Savanakhant, these two cities have a lot in common and are connected by a large automotive border brown bridge (Friendship Bridge 2).

How to get there: by plane from Bangkok, and through Ubon Rachatani (see Connect Tickets to Mukdakhan on); By bus from Savanakhant through the Friendship Bridge 2; By bus from Khon Kaen and Ubon Rachatani.

Mukdakhan, Isan. Photo Credit: CaptainSvoyage-Forum

Mukdakhan. Photo Credit: Keng Susumpow Flickr

North Isan - Mekong

This part of Isana can also boast of interesting historic monuments, and along the Mekonga can be found charming tiny cities / villages, rent a bungalow overlooking the river and spend a couple of days, enjoying anything non-doing.

Udon Thani

Udon Thani (Udon Thani) is perhaps the most developed city of Isana from the tourist point of view. Large selection of housing, huge market, modern shopping centers, a large number of attractions in the region, among which the incredible historic PHU PHRA BAT Park, an interesting mixture of Isansky, Lao, Vietnamese and Chinese cultures, which were reflected in the local cuisine, as well as the proximity to the capital of Laos Vientiane create a good reputation in the city. If you want to visit one city in Isan, then, probably, Udon Thany is the best option.

How to get there: by plane from Bangkok, Chiang May and Phuket; By bus from Bangkok and Vientiane through the bridge of friendship; Train from Bangkok and Korat.

Udon Thani. Photo Credit: udonthaniattractions

Historic Park Phu Phra Bat. Photo Credit: Loupiote, Flickr

Nong Khai

Nong Khai - This small town located on Meconge near the border with Laos is the most popular tourist destination in Isan. Travelers adore Nong Khai for his charming views of Mekong, affordable accommodation and delicious food. Not far from Nong Khai is a mystical with huge statues of Buddha and different mystical creatures.

How to get: on route bus from Udon Thani airport; by bus from Bangkok International Airport; by train from Bangkok, Khon Kaen and Udon Thani; By bus from Udon Thani, Khon Kaen and Vientiane through the Bridge of Friendship (see schedule and tickets).

Nong Khai (Nong Khai). Photo Credit: RO (E) L-and (O) de Smet, Flickr

Isan - Northeast Thailand District located on the arid lands of Sand Plateau Khorat, and bordering the Mekong River with Laos, is considered the poorest region of the country. The traditional communities of Thai peasants are reside here, which make up about 1/3 of the country's population.

They cultivate rice, manium and cotton, and also grown tute trees, the leaves of which serve as feed for silk worms.

In Isan, they say not in Thai, but in Lao (in Isan lives 16 million Laossts, although in the Laos itself the population is only 6 million people) and, in some provinces, in Khmerski. Isan is the main manufacturer of Thai rice. This is the agricultural land and the poorest region in the country. It is from here that is more than 90% of the prostitutes of Bangkok, Pattaya and the Points. At the same time, Isan is famous for both attractions. Thais believes that here is the most acute kitchen and the most beautiful nature.

The city of Korat (NakhonaChisima) is the unlawful capital of the northeastern part of Thailand - Isana. In the Korarat and its surroundings there are several notable seats:

• The temple complex of Phi May - by the way, one of the centers of the ancient Khmer state and one of the largest in Thailand partially preserved and reconstructed architectural ensembles of this kind. This is the second largest after Angkor Wata Khmer Temple. But the Phi May was built before and it was here that inscriptions were found, which allowed to decipher the ancient Khmer alphabet.

• Kao Yai National Park. Great place to explore the jungle and ecotourism.

• One of the best Asian zoos is a Koraratsky zoo with a park of Jurassic and a water park for children.

• The historic center of Korata: a monument to Jamo, the Savior of the city, which all locals come to pray. Next to Yamo is going to young people in the evenings, demonstrating various bicycle stunts. There is also playgrounds and evening cafes with all sorts of dishes of Thai and special Koraratsky cuisine. This is a real heart of the city, uniting its inhabitants.

• Wat software is an important place for Buddhists, one of the specially revered temples. Temples in the coherem a lot, beautiful and well-groomed.
• Special pleasure can be visited by the Chinese temple in the city center, where costumed musical performances are regularly held. You can enjoy music from this temple, without even leaving your hotel. A couple of such hotels overlooks the Temple is located on Suranari Street.

Thai cuisine of northeastern Thailand has a strong effect of Lao and Cambodian gastronomic traditions. One of the most popular dishes in the region - "Somtam.", Salad from a green papaya, combining the four main taste of Thai cuisine - sour lime, burning chili pepper, salty fish sauce, sweetness of palm sugar. In today's days, Somat's favorite dish for many not only in Isan, but also everywhere in Thailand, and is becoming more and more famous in the world, thanks to its unique taste and ease of preparation.

Northeast Thai cuisine in general terms represents relatively simple peasant dishes (in Thai concept). Classic Isana dish is considered "Lab" - chopped spicy meat, it is served with salad and raw vegetables. Among some other dishes of the region, which will rather surprise, what you want to try, like fried larvae of red ants, roasted or stewed rice, gecko curry. Any dish accompanies the adhesive rice, the northeast variant is slightly different from the adhesive rice in Bangkok or in the south, it is served in small bamboo baskets.

Very popular in the region "PL RAA", Literally faded fish - in addition to several traditional fish conservation technologies - smoking, taking. The product is often added to salads, including in somme. PAEs are used as a component in fish sauce. Pretty suspicious seasoning with an unforgettable aroma, from which it is impossible to "hide" - the key component in the kitchen of Isan. Although the ways can differ slightly from the area to the area. Freshly caught river fish (small and medium sized) purified from scales (sometimes removed heads and insides). After a few days, the fish are secondally separated on the fillet and pack in hermetic containers, putting a stone salt and sprinkled with rice bran. The time of the ripening lasts for several months.