According to historical chronicles of Muang Yasothon, in 1797, Phra Chao Voravongsa, and his followers migrated and selected Dong Phi Singh to establish a new settlement. It was later named Ban Ta Singh (Muang Ta Singh). In 1814, King Rama II upgraded the settlement to a town and the rank of Phra Rachavongsa was given to the governor. Yasothon gained it's autonomy in 1972 after separating from the large province of Ubon Ratchathani. The province is well known for it's high-quality jasmine rice and for the annual, colorful Rocket Festival.