All about Udon Thani, from past to present
Udon Thani is one of Isan's major cities, located in north-east Thailand. Udon Thani is situated some 550 kilometres Northeast of Thailand's capital, Bangkok, in between the university city of Khon Kaen and the border town of Nong Khai, on the banks of the Mekong river, opposite the Lao capital Vientiane. It is an agricultural and trading base, and capital of the eponymous province.
The name is pronounced "Oo-Dorn Tar-Nee"
Visitors buying tickets by plane or train to the city should ensure they request "Udon Thani" (often shortened by the Thais to "Udon") rather than Ubon Ratchanthani (in turn frequently shortened to "Ubon.")