Loei Geography

Most of the Province consists of a series of extended low mountain ranges with the town of Loei nestling in a fertile basin. There are three distinct geographical areas in the province :-

The mountains, mainly West of Loei, around Nahaew, Phu Rua, Dansai and Tali districts. The population here is sparse because of the small areas for cultivation and because the terrain makes communication inconvenient.

The low plains area around the Maekhong River. Loei River in Amphoe Muang Loei and Amphoe Chiankhan and Amphoe Wand Saphung. Agriculture flourishes in this area and it is the most populated part of Loei Province.

Flatter fertile areas at the foot of the mountain around the East and South of Loei near PhukraDueng, Phu Luang, PhuKao, Naduang and Pakchom. Agriculture is more viable here than in the mountain areas and so the population is denser.