Khong Chiam
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Around 60km to the east of Ubon Ratchathani at the confluence of the Moon and Mekong Rivers, Khong Chiam offers a quiet escape from the big smoke of Ubon Ratchathani.
The point where the two rivers meet is known as the 'Two Colour River', and sure enough, depending on the flow and heights of the two rivers, a distinct difference in colour is evident from the river's bank due to the differing sediment levels in the Moon and Mekong Rivers.
The best time of the year to see the differing colours is between march and May -- and for those who want to see it up close, boat trips can be arranged to whisk you out to the colour changing point.
On the topic of boat trips, on-again off-again it is possible for travellers to get a boat across the Mekong from Khong Chiam to the Lao side of the river to visit the settlement there -- this cannot be used as an entry point further into Laos. Ask around in Khong Chiam to find out if the boat trip is possible or not.
Boats can also be arranged to run upriver to Pha Taem National Park -- again ask around in Khong Chiam.
Aside from the two colour river, there is nothing much to see in Khong Chiam itself, although it is an excellent base from where to visit the nearby Pha Taem National Park, the border town of Chong Mek and two nearby dams.
Text and/or map last updated on 20th August, 2009.
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