Attractions of Yasothon Thailand

Wat Mahathat
This temple is located in the centre of town. It enshrines the ashes of Phra Ananda an eminent follower of the Lord Buddha. The complex also contains a carved wooden scripture hall, located in the middle of a pond, which contains the temple's old scriptures.

Ban Si Than
This village is located about 20 km southeast of town, along route 202. The village is well known for its hand-made silk and cotton products, especially the mon khit, the traditional Isan triangular pillows.

That Kong Khao Noi
This ancient Khmer chedi is located at Tambon Tat Thong in Amphoe Muang. The Buddha image enshrined is made of brick and stucco and is ritually bathed during the 5th lunar month, to bring about rain.

Rocket Festival
The famous Bun Bang Fai, or sky rocket festival, is held on the second weekend of May. The locals highly decorate their rockets and launch them during the festivities. The festival is at the end of the dry season and the rockets are launched to bring in the rain.

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