Getting There

Yasothon is 531 kilometers from Bangkok—that means a 7-hour drive on Mitraphab Rd. You can also take a bus from Mochit Bus Terminal (02-936-2852/-66, www.transport.co.th): the fare for an air-con VIP bus is B599 one-way.

Stay Here

J.P Emerald Hotel (36 Prapa Rd., Muang, 045-724-848/-55. www.jpemeraldhotel) is probably the only “starred” accommodation in Yasothon. Located on the bank of the Chee River, close to government offices, the hotel offers clean rooms decked out with standard facilities.

Eat Here

Sok Lek Ong Chai 4 (Whittaya Thamrong Rd.) prepares raw beef Isaan style, with a very sour red sauce. However carnivorous this specialty may sound, we’re just as impressed with the vegetable baskets, brimming with vibrant greens under the harsh Northeastern sun.

See This

The Ban Khum Singha Tha community, located by Wat Singha Tha, has gorgeous shophouses, some with elaborate decorations, not unlike Phuket Town.

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