The listing of Phu Phrabat Historical Park has brought the number of UNESCO World Heritage sites in Thailand to eight, comprising five cultural sites and three natural sites.

The five cultural sites now comprise: Historic Town of Sukhothai and Associated Historic Towns (1991), Historic City of Ayutthaya (1991), Ban Chiang Archaeological Site (1992), The Ancient Town of Si Thep and its Associated Dvaravati Monuments (2023), and Phu Phrabat Historical Park (2024).

The three natural sites are Thungyai-Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuaries (1991), Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex (2005), and Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex (2021).

With two cultural World Heritage sites, including the newly added Phu Phrabat Historical Park and the 1992-listed Ban Chiang Archaeological Site, Udon Thani shines bright as the must-visit destination for cultural tourism experiences.’

Additionally, the province is known for its amazing sight of the ‘Red Lotus Sea’ or ‘Talay Bua Daeng’ at Nong Han Kumphawapi, Pha Khit or patterned silk weaving, and vibrant culinary scene. It has been one of the four Isan provinces featured in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand since 2023.

Udon Thani is considered the centre of logistics, transportation, and the hub of trading, which links the Upper Northeast of Thailand and the neighbouring CLMV countries. It can be reached by air and land transportation.