Very close to the Ban Chiang Archaeological Museum, about sixty kilometers from Udon Thani, this pottery workshop invites you to try your hand at pottery. Here you can make your own pottery and paint it with natural pigments, just like those used in the Bronze Age. It's fun and entertaining. And at least, that's how I found it – easier than expected! The owner speaks some English, and with gestures and demonstrations, everything is easy to understand. Alternatively, you can join a guided 5- or 6-day Isan tour. You can, of course, just watch a demonstration, but I recommend trying your hand at firing the kiln. They also offer a workshop on making bracelets and necklaces from terracotta beads.

If you unexpectedly arrive between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, it's best to call the day before to make a reservation (Tel.: 0894210068), ideally with someone who speaks Thai. Otherwise, it's unlikely you'll find anyone there to greet you, especially during the week. Your hotel reception in Udon Thani can assist you and make the call for you. Opening hours: Daily from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Workshop prices: Pottery: 100 THB; Ceramic painting: 100 THB; Ceramic bead necklace: 100 THB; Shipping of the ceramic piece to an address in Thailand within one week: 100 THB. Please allow 1.5 to 2 hours for pottery and painting.