The Emerald Triangle, as opposed to the Golden Triangle, refers to an area of lush forests which cover this region on the crossroads of Thailand, Laos (to the east) and Cambodia (to the south). From its capital, Ubon Ratchathani, head off on a journe..

The national museum in Ubon Ratchathani provides a superb overview of art in Thailand, from prehistory (copies of wall paintings from Pha Taem national park ) to the 20C, via statues illustrating the mix of Thai and Laotian influences. One of the hi..

The jewel in the crown of the Wat Thung Si Muang monastery, this temple stands in the middle of a lotus pond, where its superb layered roof is reflected in the water. Built in the 19C and very well restored, the building owes its elegance to the harm..