Naturally, Udon Thani has a large number of Buddhist temples, also known as Wat's, and located in the city centre is the Udon Thani City Pillar Shrine, where it is believed the guardian deity resides. The temple grounds also features the God Wetsuwan, Udon Thani Province protecting God. The City Pillar Shrine is not an especially remarkable looking compound but it is highly respected by the local Thai community.