Kalasin, the land of Pong
Lang music, is an ancient city with many interesting historical
sites. It is the site of the ancient city of Fa Daet Song
Yang and one of the largest concentrations of dinosaur
fossils in northeastern Thailand. In additon, the province
is well known for their silk cloth with the uniquely beautiful
and intricate ‘phrae wa’ designs, that can only be found
here. The fabrics are hand-woven on traditional looms
after undergoing many delicate ‘mudmee’ dying techniques.
Kalasin has an area of 6,946 square kilometres. It is
divided into 18 districts (Amphoe): Muang Kalasin, Yang
Talat, Kamalasai, Sahatsakhan, Kuchi Narai, Tha Khantho,
Somdet, Khao Wong, Huai Mek, Kham Muang, Nong Kung Si,
Na Mon, Huai Phung, Rong Kham, Na Khu, Sam Chai, Don
Chan and Khong Chai.
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Pong Lang, Phrae Wa and Red Cross Extravaganza
is held in late February in front of the Provincial
Hall. The fair features processions of the various districts
decorated as Pong Lang, a northeastern musical instrument,
and participants dressed in traditional costumes. In addition,
there are a variety of local cultural performances and
there are shops selling a wide range of goods.