Mueang Kalasin

Mueang Kalasin is an administrative district in northeastern Thailand's Kalasin province, encompassing multiple sub-districts with around 180 villages spread across the region. It serves as a central hub for local governance and everyday activities for residents throughout the area.

The district was originally known by a different name before receiving its current designation in the early 1900s. This renaming was part of broader administrative reorganization efforts across the region.

The district maintains traditional Thai governance structures through tambon administrative organizations, connecting local communities with regional administration systems.

The area can be reached from various smaller communities that provide public services like schools and health centers. Visitors should expect infrastructure typical of a rural administrative center in Thailand.

The district contains Phu Kum Khao, a location with exceptional dinosaur fossils from approximately 120 million years ago. This discovery makes it significant for paleontology and understanding Southeast Asia's prehistoric past.

Location: Kalasin

Elevation above the sea: 167 m

GPS coordinates: 16.43250,103.50611

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:54