issaan
Issaan, commonly spelled Isan or Isaan, is the northeastern region of Thailand. It lies on the Khorat Plateau and forms a large cultural area that stretches from the western foothills of the Phu Phan range toward the Mekong River in the east, where it shares a long border with Laos, and toward the central Thai plains in the south.
Geography and climate are shaped by the plateau landscape, with a tropical savanna climate characterized by
Demographics and language features are notable for a strong Lao influence. The population includes many ethnic
Culture in Isan is distinctive for its cuisine, music, and festivals. Staples include sticky rice, som tam
Economy centers on agriculture, with rice as a major crop, along with sugarcane and cassava. In recent