
Udon Thaniis a northeastern
province covering an area of 11,730 square kilometers and is the prime business center of Issan. Located 564
kilometers from Bangkok, it is the world heritage site for the prehistoric culture of Ban Chiang.
The Past
The Vietnam War transformed the sleepy provincial city of Udon Thani into a booming support center for a nearby
American airbase. Since the withdrawal of American troops in 1976, it has continued to grow as an industrial and
commercial center within the region.
The Present
Today, Udon Thani is the transportation and communications hub of the upper Northeast with several tourist
destinations and facilities.
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