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Little Bueng Kan is growing fast, but it's the rubber industry (40% of the province's land is now rubber-tree plantation) driving the boom rather than its new capital-city status. The only thing that qualifies as an attraction is the Thai-Lao Market that takes place on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Some of the products, such as herbs and mushrooms, sold by the Lao traders are gathered in the forest. It's also interesting to take a gander at the river during the dry season since it recedes far from Bueng Kan and reaches one of its narrowest points along the Thai–Lao border.
Not surprisingly, most travellers only stop long enough to catch connecting transport to Wat Phu Tok. If you do decide to stay, the Mekong-facing Maenam Hotel is the best located place in town. The One, out on the highway, is the top hotel in town. Many restaurant set up tables along the riverside promenade at dinner time, making this the best place to eat.
Buses to Nong Khai (100B to 150B, 3½ hours, eight daily), Nakhon Phanom (140B, 3½ hours, four daily) and Udon Thani (130B to 150B, 4½ hours, 12 daily) park near the old clock tower. The last departures for Nong Khai and Nakhon Phaonm are at 3pm, and for Udon Thani at 4pm. You you could also take one of the later Bangkok buses to Nong Khao or Udon Thani, but you'll probably need to pay the full fare.
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