Located in the Tambon of Nathorn, the Tai Kuan people (a subgroup of the Phu Tai tribe) believe their ancestors originated from the city of Chiang Rung in the ancient region known as the Twelve Wombs of Thailand and the Twelve Panels, or what is now the northern part of Vietnam. They later migrated to the area around Wat Marukkhakhan and the district of That Phanom, characterized by fertile lowlands surrounded by mountains, known as “Kuan.” Eventually, they settled in the current area of Nathorn. The term "Tai Kuan" refers to the Phu Tai people who inhabit this lowland terrain surrounded by mountains, communicating in the Tai Yo language, and practicing both Buddhism and ancestor worship. Their customs are rich with rituals, such as the ceremonial dance to honor the spirit of their ancestors and traditional Tai Kuan dances that mimic the movements of wild animals, including elephants climbing hills, snakes playing with tails, deer showcasing their antlers, tigers on the prowl, turtles displaying patterns, buffaloes standing in stance, horses readying for battle, and the fierce bull charging alongside a troop of monkeys roaring like lions. These aspects make their culture particularly intriguing. Additionally, their distinctive black and yellow attire creates a unique identity that sets them apart from other tribes. Within the village, there is a museum dedicated to the Tai Kuan tribe from the time of Chiang Rung, located at Wat Si Sumangkl, housing antique Buddha statues, ancient silver items, bracelets, earthenware, and other historical artifacts. At the Nathorn Tai Kuan Cultural Learning Center, cultural exchanges are organized, along with demonstrations of blacksmithing, a household industry that provides income and renown to the community. As all these elements came together, efforts were made to establish cultural tourism, allowing visitors to experience the Tai Kuan way of life, savor local dishes, witness traditional fishing methods, enjoy foot spa treatments, cycle along the Mekong, explore the cultural market, and participate in activities such as wearing traditional sarongs and enjoying evening meals, witnessing the traditional "Seang" dance and the "Bai Sri Su Kwan" ceremony. For more details, please contact Ms. Waranya Somsri at 09 8618 8024.