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Phra That Si Chom Thong Temple, Chiang Mai |
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This temple is situated approximately 58 kilometers from the town in Chom Thong District. |
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Phra That Doi Noi Temple, Chiang Mai |
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Situated in Doi Lo, Chom Thong District along Highway No.108 between Km. |
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Chiang Dao Cave |
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Tham
Chiang Dao is a charming cave located in Amphoe Chiang Dao. It is
situated 72 kilometres from Chiang Mai town, turn left at the entrance
route and proceed for 5 kilometres on an asphalt road. Convenient
parking is available. Climb a staircase with a zinc roof to reach the
cave. The lovely cave greets visitors with various kinds of fish
swimming in a stream in front of the cave. |
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King Naresuan Stupa, Chiang Mai |
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Located
at Mueang Ngai Village. The locals built the stupa to mark the stay of
King Naresuan the Great before he led his troop to invade Angwa in
Myanmar in 1604. |
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Huai Luek Royal Project Development Cent..., Chiang Mai |
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The
center serves as a demonstrative development model for the hill tribe
people based on the philosophy of promoting proper agricultural
technology to hill tribe farmers. The site is open for the public to
explore pilot plots of vegetables, flowers, fruits, Hmongs plantation
and the Poi River. In addition, the Royal Project Foundation has its
own shop selling daily fresh produce. Tours complete with a lecturer
can be arranged in advance and advanced reservation is recommended for
group visits. Toilets and parking areas are also available. |
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Tham Tap Tao Temple, Chiang Mai |
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This
temple is situated in Chai Prakan Sub-district along the Chiang
Mai-Fang route between Km.120 and Km.121. Temple attractions include a
scripture hall located in the middle of a pond and Tap Tao cave which
houses several unique Buddha images. |
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Wat Suan Dok, Chiang Mai |
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Another
temple located on Suthep Road, Wat Suan Dok was built in the 14th
century and houses the 500-year old bronze Buddha image which is one of
Thailands largest metal images. Several of the white chedis around the
temple contain ashes of Chiang Mai's former royal family. |
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Mountain Orchid, Chiang Mai |
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This
plantation has been established for over 20 years and is famous for
breeding a variety of species of orchids using appropriate technology.
In addition to learning about orchid breeding, it is also possible to
learn about various butterfly species. Facilities for tourists include
toilets, parking area and beverage and souvenir shops. A lecturer is
provided upon request. Advance contact is recommended for group visits. |
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San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai |
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The
village is located 13 kilometers the east of Chiang Mai town in a
district that is famous for silk and a cotton weaving. The silk and
cotton souvenirs produced in this village are high quality. Factories
and souvenir shops selling woodcarving, silverware, earth ware, lacquer
ware and cotton fabrics are located along the way from Chiang Mai to
San Kamphaeng. |
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The Thriving Sunday Market, Chiang Mai |
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Located
on the Ratchadamneon Rd. inside the old city of Chiang Mai the market
seems to be ever expaning down more streets and alleys leading off the
central road. With all traffic halted every sunday, people are free to
walk without the hassle and stress of cars and motorcycles wizzing by.
This makes for a pleasant and facinating day out. Walk along and
bargain with the numerous sellers and listen to various buskers playing
Thai and Western music. |
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Mok Fa Waterfall |
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This
one-level waterfall is located on the Mae Malai-Pai road. To get there,
take a left turn at Km. 20 onto a dirt road and proceed for 2
kilometers. The waterfall, which is surrounded with lush green trees,
is full of water all year round. |
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Tribal Museum |
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Tribal
Museum is in King Rama IX Lanna Garden on Chotana Road. This is
an ethnology museum featuring the indigenous culture of 9 hill tribes
including Karen (Kariang), Hmong (Meo), Mien (Yao), Lisu (Liso), Akha
(Iko), Lahu (Musoe), Lau,Thin, and Khamu including the minority tribe
of Malabri. Each tribe possesses unique identity and culture |
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Ban Hmong Mae Sa Mai, Chiang Mai |
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This Hmong village has preserved their simple but splendid traditions and lifestyles. |
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Huai Phak Phai Royal, Chiang Mai |
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This is at Ban Mae Ha, tambon Ban Pong along the Samoeng-Hang Dong route. |
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Ang Khang Royal Project, Chiang Mai |
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Located
in the valley of Doi Ang Khang, the station is designated for
conducting experiments on possible temperate plants to be grown in
Thailand. The experiment is aimed at promoting the cultivation of cash
crops to replace hill tribes opium plantations. Inside the station,
there are beautiful landscaped flower gardens, a restaurant and
plantations. Advanced contact is recommended for a group visit with
lecturers available upon request. Facilities include guesthouses
(inside the station), food and beverage, parking space, toilets, etc. |
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Doi Tao Lake |
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The
lake is located approximately 133 kilometers from Chiang Mai town along
the Chiang Mai-Hot-Doi Tao route. This large reservoir is actually
situated above the Bhumibol Dam in Tak province. The lake offers many
recreational opportunities during the rainy and cool seasons, including
rafting and cruise services to Bhumibol Dam. Accommodations are also
available. |
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Doi Luang Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai |
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Doi
Luang Chiang Dao is a limestone mountain in the Chiang Dao Wildlife
Reserve area, Amphoe Chiang Dao. This cone-shaped mountain is
2,195 metres from sea level, which makes it the third highest mountain
in Thailand after Doi Inthanon and Doi Pha Hom Pok. Narrow plains
on top of the mountain overlook spectacular views that include a sea of
fog on the Amphoe Chiang Dao side, Doi Sam Phi Nong, the Chiang Dao
mountain range, and the far end of Doi Inthanon. The peak is cool
and windy. It is full of rare highland flowers, birds, and
butterflies. Visiting Doi Chiang Dao needs an approval letter
from the Director of Wildlife Reserve Division, Royal Forest
Department. Travel must be arranged at least 2 weeks in advance. |
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Bhubing Palace |
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Bhubing
Palace is located on the same road, 4 kilometres beyond Wat Phra
That Doi Suthep, on Doi Buak Ha. The royal winter palace was built in
1961. The palace is also the royal guesthouse for prominent State
visitors from abroad. The lavishly landscaped gardens and grounds are
open to the general public everyday from 8.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m. Tickets
are sold until 3.30 p.m. The palace is closed when the Royal Family is
in residence, January to early March. |
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Daraphirom Palace |
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Daraphirom Palace Museum is located in the Dara Rasmi Border Patrol Police Camp in the Mae Rim District of Thailand. |
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