Comparatively small among its sister provinces of the Northeast, Kalasin was once relegated to the status of an Amphoe before being restored its present administrative entity.  Depite its smalless, Kalasin is a busy agricultural province with considerable attractions. Kalasin is 519 kilometers from Bangkok.
 

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Kalasin Attractions: Phu Poh Buddhist Structure, a reclining Buddha image of the Dvaravati period carved on a stone slab is located 28 km north of kalasin. Wat Klang, in the town centre, has a beautiful black and bronze image dating from the reign of King Khoonakham. During the dry season, local residents parade the highly venerated image around the town in the hope of bringing rain to arid province. The temple also holds a sandstone replica of a Buddha footprint believed to have been made in the Lopburi period. Lam Pao Dam, about 35 km from Kalasin in Yang Talat district, is worth a visit. Spanning the Lampao and Huai Yang rivers, the dam is set amidst the lush scenery of Lam Pao National Park. Sahatsakhan district, adjacent to Yang Talat, has several important religion sites. Phu Khao, a reclining Buddha image at a small local temple, is unusual because the Buddha is reclining on its left side, instead of the traditional right side. Phu Sings located on Phu Singh Mountain 32 km north of town at Sahatsakhan, is a shrine for the impressive Phra Phrom Phumipalo Buddha image. There is a splendid view of the district's rice fields and villages as well as Lam Pao Dam in the distance. Phu Phra national Park, in Tha Khan Tho sub-district, is known for its wealth of stone formations located in the midst of a hardwood forest. Muang Fa Daet Sung Yang, an ancient city located near Sema Village, 13 km from Roi Et, is considered the provinces best attraction. The city flourished in the Dvaravati period (700 to 900 AD), according to discoveries found in its area, such as sandstone carvings depicting the life of Buddha. Festival Phrae Wa Silk Weaving Group in Kham Muang district, 70 km from town, maintains the traditional weaving skills of the Phu Thai minority. The group's unique, crafted products are now well known due to the support of HM the Queen Festivals. Pong Lang and Phraewa Festival  takes place annually in late February and early March. Its main features include cultural floats, the world's longest piece of Phrawa silk, historical presentations and Phu Thai dances.  go to top