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Khon Kaen / Where Isaan food rules

MeowScore 😼77/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

January

The Flower Festival is the most popular event of the year.

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january

Visit Khon Kaen in January for the Flower Festival. 🌺🌸💐

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february

February is the perfect month for temple hopping and enjoying the cooler temperatures. 🧘🍃

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march

Attend the Silk Fair and explore the nearby dinosaur museums. 🐉🌟

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april

Celebrate Songkran, the Thai New Year, with water fights and food. 🎉🌊🍲

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may

May is the hottest month, perfect for exploring waterfalls and enjoying refreshing drinks. 🌞🌊🍹

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june

Escape the heat by visiting air-conditioned malls and temples. 🌡️🏬🕍

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july

July is the start of Buddhist Lent, a time for meditation and reflection. 🙏🧘‍♀️

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august

Enjoy the Khon Kaen International Marathon and try local delicacies. 🏃‍♀️🍲

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september

Visit Khon Kaen in September for the beautiful rice paddies and cultural performances. 🌾🎭

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october

Explore the ancient ruins and join the Vegetarian Festival. 🏰🥬

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november

Go bird watching at the Bueng Khong Long wetlands and enjoy the cooler temperatures. 🐦🌬️

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december

Experience the magical Khon Kaen Illuminated Night Parade. ✨🎉🕯️

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Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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Khon Kaen is one of the more affordable cities in Thailand. You can find great deals on food and accommodations, and transportation is also quite affordable. However, prices at malls and tourist attractions can be higher.

Visit the local markets for affordable and delicious street food, and consider using public transportation instead of taxis to save money.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit or short visit

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit or short visit

Khon Kaen is a popular stopover for travelers journeying to other destinations in northeast Thailand.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Khon Kaen

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Khon Kaen

Cash is preferred, splitting the bill is common, no specific etiquette.

internet situation

meh Speed

Inconsistent speeds and frequent disruptions.

good Availability

Widespread availability but occasional downtime.

great Cellular

Good network coverage across the city.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Generally accepting

Cat-friendly city with temples, markets and cat cafes! A purrfect blend of tradition and modernity.

Cats will love exploring the parks and the famous Bueng Kaen Nakhon lake. Don't forget to scratch behind the Khon Kaen's Ear!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Kaen Nakorn Lake Park
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Ton Tann Market
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Khon Kaen National Museum
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Bueng Kaen Nakhon
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Wat Nong Wang

The mainstream

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Kaen Nakorn Lake Park

A sprawling park with a giant Bodhi tree, a flower garden, and a musical fountain. Clawsome for a relaxing afternoon with furriends!

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Ton Tann Market

A lively night market selling delicious street food, trendy clothes, and handmade souvenirs. A paw-some spot for feline foodies and shopaholics. 😻

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Khon Kaen National Museum

Discover the history and culture of the Isan region through a collection of artefacts, sculptures, and multimedia exhibits. Cat-tastic!

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Bueng Kaen Nakhon

A serene lake surrounded by lush greenery and a jogging track. The purrfect spot for a morning stroll or a lazy afternoon picnic. Catnapping allowed! 😴

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Wat Nong Wang

A beautiful temple with a towering white Buddha statue and colourful murals depicting Buddhist stories. Don't forget to take paws off your shoes before entering!

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Off the beaten path

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Ton Tann Market
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Khon Kaen City Museum
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Tao Suranari Memorial Park
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Bueng Kaen Nakhon Lake
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Wat Sa Bua Kham

Off the beaten path

🛍️🐟😺
Ton Tann Market

A vibrant street market where you can find all sorts of local food, snacks, clothes, and quirky cat-themed souvenirs. Be sure to try the grilled catfish!

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🏛️🌳🐱
Khon Kaen City Museum

Discover the rich history and culture of the city through exhibitions of artifacts, paintings, and interactive displays. Purr-fect for curious cats!

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Tao Suranari Memorial Park

In honor of a legendary local heroine, this beautiful park features a big statue of Khun Ying Mo, as well as a pond, a museum, and playful cat sculptures.

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Bueng Kaen Nakhon Lake

A peaceful spot to relax by the water, watch the sunset, and enjoy the view of the nearby temples and cats roaming around.

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🐱🌸🙏
Wat Sa Bua Kham

This temple complex has a stunning white chedi with intricate designs, surrounded by a lotus pond and statues of cats. Meow-gnificent!

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Generally accepting

Mindful meoweler tips

Embrace the Northeastern Thai culture

Explore the region's unique culture through traditional dances, cuisine, and festivals. Don't forget to try the famous spicy Isaan dishes!

Visit the beautiful Kaen Nakhon Lake

Take a stroll around the tranquil lake, enjoy the scenic views, and rent a boat to paddle around. Don't miss the stunning sunset!

Head to Ton Tann Night Market

Experience the night market's vibrant atmosphere, indulge in delicious street food, and shop for unique souvenirs. Keep in mind that it's only open on Thursdays-Saturdays!

Explore the vast Khon Kaen National Museum

Discover the history and cultural heritage of the Khon Kaen region through the vast collections of artifacts and exhibits. Definitely worth the visit!

Take part in the annual Silk Fair

Immerse yourself in the local silk industry, which has been a significant part of the Northeastern Thai culture for centuries. There are silk exhibitions, workshops, and sales, and you can also witness a traditional silk-weaving process.

Useful external sites

www.kku.ac.th

Khon Kaen University↗

Official website of Khon Kaen University, one of the largest and oldest universities in northeast Thailand located in Khon Kaen city.

www.tourismthailand.org/Home

Tourism Authority of Thailand↗

Official website of Tourism Authority of Thailand providing information on tourist attractions, transportation, accommodations, and activities in Khon Kaen.

www.khonkaen-city.go.th

Khon Kaen Municipality↗

Official website of Khon Kaen Municipality providing information on local government, public services, events, and news in Khon Kaen city.

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