Kham Chanot
คำชะโนด
A mysterious small island regarded as the entrance to the palace of the Naga (dragon king), covered in palm trees, where Thais come to pray for good fortune and lottery numbers.
Kham Chanot lies in Ban Dung District. It is a small island surrounded by marshland and covered in palms. Legend says it is the entrance to the underground palace of the Naga king 'Sisuthana'. The island rose to fame thanks to a hit TV drama and its reputation as a place to seek good luck. Access is by a bridge with Naga-shaped railings, and the island has Naga shrines and a wishing well that attract many worshippers. It is open roughly 06:00 to 18:00, and visitors must wear long trousers or a long skirt (these can be rented). It is about 80 km from Udon Thani.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Wat Pho Si Nai Excavation Pit
- Ban Chiang National Museum
- Ban Na Kha Weaving Village
- Sala Kaew Ku
- UD Town & Night Market
- Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre & Pu Ya Shrine
- Nong Prachak Park
- Thung Si Mueang & City Pillar Shrine