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WHAT WE
RECOMMEND
Take a stroll around scenic
Nong Prajak Public Park
to get a sense of the
gorgeous variety of flora
and fauna found in this
part of the country. There
are plenty of eateries, too.
2 _
KNOW THE
NUMBER
5,000 — the approximate
number of expatriates who
have settled in Udon Thani
and it surrounds
3 _
NA KHA SILK
WEAVING VILLAGE
Famed for its woven silk
and cotton garments, Na
Kha Village is the place to
find unique patterns and
fabrics. Visitors can also
look on and learn how the
highly skilled craftswomen
here produce their wares.
The village is about 15km
from Udon Thani.
COUNTRY
CODE
+66
EXCHANGE
RATE
THB30 = US$1
FREQUENCY
3 flights per day
WALK ON THE
WILD SIDE
After visiting the
centre, trek out to
the countryside
T R U E P E A C E
Top 3
insider
travel tips
Rest Your Head
CENTARA HOTEL &
CONVENTION CENTRE
One of the few splurge options
in town, this four-star property
is conveniently located in the
heart of Udon Thani, right next
door to Central Plaza, the city’s
largest indoor shopping centre.
What could be better?
(centarahotelsresorts.com)
GREEN GECKO
For a touch of real Thai life,
and a very memorable family
getaway, treat your loved
ones to a night at this three-
bedroom private pool villa built
in authentic Thai style. Green
Gecko is situated beside one
of those idyllic, picture-perfect
paddy fields. Full-board service
is available upon request.
(geckovilla.com)
Top Tables
RABEANG POCHANA
It’s no exaggeration to say that
Rabeang Pochana is the eatery
of choice for locals, who come
in droves for its Isaan-style
dishes. But don’t worry, though
this place is well off the tourist
track, visitors to Udon Thani can
expect a warm welcome.
(Saphakit Janya Rd)
GOOD EVERYTHING
A creative menu of local dishes
that are lovingly prepared and
presented and consistently
good international fare have
made this all-day restaurant a
hit with just about everyone.
Good Everything – the name is
only a slight exaggeration – also
boasts lovely garden surrounds
and stocks a delicious array of
Thai spices.
(43/2 Phoniyom Rd)
Bottoms Up
THE IRISH CLOCK
Delicious pub grub, pool tables,
a welcoming atmosphere and
a fine selection of beers have
made this Irish-centric bar
very popular with locals and
expats since its opening in
2004. Parties are held to mark
just about every festival and
occasion you can imagine.
(hotelinudonthani.com/dir/)
Udon Thani
TEXT: YIXUAN FAN
