The NorthEast of thailand , comprising one-third
of the Kingdom's total area, is situated on the elevated
Khorat plateau with clear demarcations from the other
regions. The Phu Pan mountain ranges run down the
middle of the plateau, effectively dividing the region
into 2 parts, the Mekong River Valley and the Khorat
Plains. The numerous archeological sites of ancient
civilization and dinosaurs in Khon Kaen, Loei and
Kalasin provinces led to significant discoveries,
and more new ones are being unearthed daily.
Though the area is comprised of many diverse minority
groups, locals exist in peaceful harmony with each
other. Often characterized as hard working, they
are also artistically creative, as seen in the exquisite
designs on silk cloths and other handicraft products.
Though it is considered the nation's poorest region
because of its arid, infertile soils, this region
is rich in culture and historical heritage sites
influenced heavily by the Khmer Empire of old. Beautiful
natural scenery and wonderful people, plus a tantalizingly
spicy cuisine and exquisite silk productions entice
visitors to this part of the Kingdom.
