Khukhan, Administrative district in Si Sa Ket, Thailand
Khukhan is an administrative district in northeastern Thailand covering several hundred square kilometers within Si Sa Ket Province. The area is divided into multiple subdivisions that together encompass numerous villages where most residents depend on farming.
The district served as the provincial capital until 1945, playing an important role in early regional administration. After that shift, the administrative center moved elsewhere, but the communities here retained their established structures.
Buddhist temples serve as community gathering places where festivals and ceremonies bring people together throughout the year. Local traditions remain tied to farming rhythms and family networks that connect the villages.
The district is accessible by road from larger towns, with local markets and services distributed across its village communities. Visitors should take time to explore at a relaxed pace and understand the agricultural rhythm that shapes daily life.
The area was once a hub for regional connections before modern infrastructure developed elsewhere. This history has preserved a special character in the smaller villages, where life moves at a quieter, more original pace.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
