Chiang Mai – amazing Thailand

Chiang Mai





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Popularly known as the Rose of the North, Bus Station, Tel. 0 5324 1449, 0 5324 2664 Chiang Mai is blessed with stunning natural The private coaches to Chiang Mai served daily beauty and unique indigenous cultural identity. such as Tanchit Tour Tel. 0 2936 3210-4, Cherd- Found by King Mengrai the Great as the capital chai Tour Tel. 0 2936 0043 www.cherdchaitour. of the Lanna Thai kingdom by merging the com, Nakhon Chai Air Tel. 1624, 0 2939 4999 various city-states in the region in 1296. Today ext. 1125,1126 www.nca.co.th, Wiriya Tour Tel. Chiang Mai is the economic, communications, 0 2936 2827, 0 5324 7007, New Wiriya Tour Tel. cultural and tourism centre of Northern Thailand. 0 2936 2205, Sombut Tour Tel. 0 2792 1444 About 700 kilometres from Bangkok, Chiang www.sombattour.com, Rungprasert Tour Tel. Mai is situated on the Mae Ping River basin some 0 2936-3638 0 2941 8833, Siam First Tour Tel. 310 metres above sea level. Surrounded by high 0 2954 3601 www.siamfirst.co.th, Indra Tour mountain ranges, it covers an area of approxi- Tel. 0 2656 3451 mately 20,107 square kilometres. The terrain is There are services from Chaing Mai’s Chang mainly jungles and mountains, parts of which Phueak Bus Terminal to various districts in Chi- are within national parks which are still fertile ang Mai. Buses ply along the northern route and verdant with plentiful flora and fauna. There (Highway No. 107) passing through Mae Rim, are many sites and locations where tourists Mae Taeng, Chiang Dao, Chaiprakan, Fang and prefer to visit to study the lifestyle of the tribal Mae Ai. Some buses continue to Tha Ton. Local people who live on high hills. city buses ply between Chiang Mai and Lam- phun on Highway No. 106. Chang Phueak Bus HOW TO GET THERE Station Tel. 0 5321 1586 Car Rail a) From Bangkok drive on Highway No. 1 (Pha- The State Railways of Thailand operates daily honyothin) to Highway No. 32 passing the services from Bangkok Railway Station (Hua provinces of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ang Lamphong). Trains leave for Chiang Mai daily Thong and Nakhon Sawan, then take Highway from 8.00 a.m.-10.00 p.m. For more information, No. 117 to Phitsanulok and drive on to Highway contact Tel. 1690, 0 2220 4444 www.railway. No. 11 to Lampang, Lamphun and Chiang Mai. co.th, Chiang Mai Railway Station Tel. 0 5324 The route is 695 kilometres. 2094, 0 5324 5363-4 b) From Bangkok drive to Nakhon Sawan and then take Highway No. 1 passing Kamphaeng Air Phet, Tak, Lampang, and Chiang Mai. This route is 696 kilometres. The Bangkok-Chiang Mai daily flights are op- erated by: Bus -Thai Airways International Tel. 1566, 0 2628 2000, 0 2288 7000 www.thaiairways.com The 10-hour journey from Bangkok can be -Thai Smile Airways Tel. 0 2308 8383 www.tha- made on air-conditioned buses start from the ismileairways.net Northern Bus Terminal, contact Tel. 1490, 0 -Bangkok Airways Tel. 1771, 0 2265 5678, 0 2936 2852-66, 0 2936 3670 or www.transport. 2265 5555 www.bangkokair.com co.th for more information. Chiang Mai Arcade -Nok Air Tel.1318, 0 2251 1812 www.nokair.co.th Chiang Mai 5

-Air Asia Tel. 0 2515 9999 www.airasia.com Mae Wang 35 kilometres Chiang Mai Airport Tel. 0 5327 0222-3, 0 5392 2100 Mae Taeng 40 kilometres A Bangkok-Chiang Mai charter flight route operated by Minor Aviation Limited Tel. 0 2792 Samoeng 54 kilometres 9400 www.mjets.com Chom Thong 58 kilometres Getting Around Chiang Dao 68 kilometres For relative short distance you can take a tricycle (Sam Lor). Short rides within the city Hot 88 kilometres cost between 30-50 Baht while longer rides will cost more. Phrao 103 kilometres Tuk-Tuks: (three-wheeled motorised taxis) are also popular for short and quick journeys. Fares Doi Tao 121 kilometres must be bargained in advance. Taxi Service: The metered fare is standardized, Chai Prakan 131 kilometres with the starting rate from 35 Baht and price is go up by distance and timing. Wiang Haeng 150 kilometres The most common means of transport is a “See Lor”(literally“four wheel”) or“Song Theao”. They Fang 154 kilometres all are red-coloured and look like pick-up trucks but with a roof over the back. They pick up as Mae Chaem 156 kilometres many passengers as they can and drop them off as the drivers reach their destinations. To go Kalayaniwattana 167 kilometres by“See Lor”, simply tell the driver your destina- tion. Fares range from 20-30 Baht according to Mae Ai 174 kilometres the distance. Omkoi 179 kilometres Distances from Chiang Mai to other provinces Lamphun 21 kilometres Lampang 92 kilometres Chiang Rai 182 kilometres Phayao 222 kilometres Mae Hong Son 349 kilometres Distances from town to neighbouring ATTRACTIONS districts Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai Mae Rim 8 kilometres Wat Ket Community (ชมชนวั เก ) Saraphi 10 kilometres is an old community situated on the eastside of the Ping River. The community was a combi- San Sai 12 kilometres nation of many nationalities including Chinese, Westerners, and local people as apparent from San Kamphaeng 13 kilometres the architectural patterns which have remained until now. A centre of the collection of historical Hang Dong 15 kilometres evidence of the community is at Wat Ket Mu- Doi Saket 18 kilometres seum (พิพิธ ั ์วั เก ), located in Wat Ketu- San Pa Tong 22 kilometres karam, where it exhibits the temple’s original treasures; such as, Cho Fa, and Bai Raka which Mae On 29 kilometres are crafted wood decorations from its original ordination hall, crockery, and other containers. Doi Lo 34 kilometres 6 Chiang Mai

Khum Chao Burirat (Maha In) Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Center (ค้มเจ้าบรีรั น์ มหาอินทร์) (หอศิลปวฒั นธรรมเมองเชยี งใหม่) Phra Pok Klao Road across Ratchadamnoen Located on Prapoklao Road, Chiang Mai City Road, Tambon Si Phum. Chao Burirat is an offi- Arts and Cultural Center stands on the loca- cial title. This royal residence was built approxi- tion of the former royal hall. Built in 1924 with mately during 1889-1893. Nowadays, it belongs elegant architectural design, the building was to the families of Kitibut and Thipmonthon, and first used as the central administrative offices was donated to Chiang Mai University to be es- of Monthon Phayap, later as the Provincial Hall tablished as a Lanna architectural centre under of Chiang Mai until the municipality renovated the management of the Faculty of Architecture it for the cultural center in 1997. The restora- with the purposes of data collection, study, and tion of the center has earned the municipality research for further appropriate conservation. the award from the Royal Society of Siamese Open Monday-Friday from 9.00 a.m.-5.30 p.m. Architects in 1999. The center is created to Contact Tel. 0 5327 7855 promote the understanding of Chiang Mai’s roots, a sense of pride in local identity, and to preserve the beauty of local culture. The center Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Center Chiang Mai 7

has been divided into 2 sections, front side and The area is peaceful and refreshing. It is open rare section. The front side is all for permanent from Wednesday to Sunday, 9.00 a.m.-4.00 exhibit showing the development of the region p.m. and closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and the from the pre-history to its rise and decline as national holidays. Admission fee is 100 Baht. an independent capital until the present time Contact Tel. 0 5322 1308 through variety of media and presentation. And the rare side is the enclosed open-air courtyard Art in Paradise Chiang Mai reserved for cultural activities, temporary ex- hibition, a souvenir shop, a lecture theatre, an (พพิ ิธ ั ์ าพวา สามมิ )ิ exhibition hall for Lanna arts and an archive. It is open from Tuesday-Sunday, 8.30 a.m.-5.00 Located on Chang Khlan Road, this 3D art p.m. Contact Tel. 0 5321 7793, 0 5321 9833 museum features award-winning illusion paint- www.cmocity.com ings of Korean artists. Opens daily from 9.00 a.m.-9.00 p.m. The entrance fee is 300 and 200 Chiang Mai National Museum Baht for adults and children, Contact Tel. 0 5327 4100, 0 5327 4291 (พิพิธ ั ส านแหง่ ชา ิ เชียงใหม)่ Insect and Natural’s Wonders Museum is located on the Chiang Mai-Lampang Super Highway near Wat Chet Yot. The distinctive (พพิ ธิ ั แ์ มลง แล สิงมหัศจรรย์ธรรมชา )ิ building was built in modern Lanna Thai archi- tecture and features northern arts and culture. Located at 72 Nimmanhemin, Soi 12 (Sirimang khlalachan Soi 3), Huai Kaeo, Mueang Chiang Mai. It has fascinating collection of domestic Insect and Natural’s Wonders Museum 8 Chiang Mai

and foreign insects including animal fossils. to the temple of Wat Suan Dok. The funding Opens daily from 9.00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. Contact to develop the property into a trading venue Tel. 0 5321 1891, Fax 0 5341 0916 was contributed by her and Chao Inthawarorot, the ruler of Chiang Mai at the time. Kat luang is Chiangmai Ancient Car Museum the local dialect for grand market, and Warorot is derived from the ruler’s name. Enjoy local (พพิ ธิ ั ร์ บรา ) delicacies; such as, chilli paste, fried pork rind, pork sausage, fermented pork sausage, pickled A collection of rare 50 up to a century year-old garlic, pickled plums, mushrooms, carrots, red cars, some of which were owned by famous cabbage, chayote, pear, persimmon, apple, Thai celebrities. It is located at No. 12, Mu 3, orange, strawberry, lychee, peach, as well as, Ban Pa Chi, and opens daily from 8.00 a.m.-5.00 temperate flowers like roses, carnation, lily, etc. p.m. The entrance fee is 200 Baht, Contact Tel. 0 5311 6000, 08 1952 3483, Fax 0 5311 6182 www. Walking Street ( นนคนเ นิ เชยี งใหม่) cmcarmuseum.com is on Wualai Road every Saturday, and the other Roitawarabarn Baandhawalai (ร้อยทวาร point starts from Tha Phae Gate through Rat- บาล บา้ นเทวาลัย) chadamnoen Road every Sunday from 7.00 p.m. until midnight. There are variety kinds of local was built by art enthusiast Mr. Khem Maruek- products on a reasonable price along both side khaphithak at 79/7 Soi 2, Suthep Road. The of the street where Thai and foreign tourists are prominent landmark includes the biggest enjoy walking & shopping without exhaustion. hand-carved iron wood three-headed stand- ing Ganesh or Trimukha Ganesha statue (ap- OUT-OF-CITY ATTRACTIONS proximately 60 metres in height and weighing 5 tons) that took over a year and a half to Western Route (Highway No. 1004) complete-the work of the outstanding Sala or artisans from Amphoe San Pa Tong Mr. O-Ros Chiang Mai Zoo (สวนสั ว์เชยี งใหม่) Lamul and 4 of his crew members. In addition, visitors will find a collection of 100 door panels, is located next to Huai Kaeo Arboretum. It is a each carved and painted with colossal figures well-managed large zoo, which occupies the of Dvarapala guardians, as well as, a giant glass lower forested slopes of Doi Suthep Moun- panel engraved with a Garuda clasping Naga tain. The zoo contains more than 200 types figure. Opens daily from 8.00 a.m.-7.00 p.m., of Asian and African mammals and birds. The Contact Tel. 08 9433 5380 most popular star here is panda, the friendship Chinese ambassador. The zoo provides mono- Talat Warorot or Kat Luang ( ลา ว รรส rail service within the area of 2 kilometres. หรอกา หลวง) Additional, the twilight zoo is open 6.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. The newly aquarium on its area This century-old market, the biggest of its kind 10 rai, which housed the longest underwater in Chiang Mai, was set up on the former crema- automatic tunnel of Asia with 133 metres, and tion ground and cemetery of the old northern will accommodate both sea and river fish and rulers. Chao Dararatsami, a royal consort to King animal from various areas; such as the upper Rama V the Great, later relocated the cemetery mountain ranges of Northern Region, Khong Chiang Mai 9

Chiang Mai Zoo River Basin, Amazon River Basin, the plain land of mangrove and from the underwater world. It is open everyday from 8.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. Admission fee for adult is 100 Baht, and children fee is 20 Baht. Restaurants and a camping site are available. For more details or advance book- ing contact Tel. 0 5322 1179, 0 5322 2283 www. chiangmaizoo.com Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (วั พร ธา อย สเทพ) is the most important and visible landmark, and overlooks the city from its forested mountain backdrop. This temple is 15 kilometres from town, 3,520 feet above sea level, and dates from 1383. The temple is approached on foot by climbing a steep Naga staircase comprising 290 steps. The less energetic may ascend by railcars. The temple’s pagoda contains holy Buddha relics, and attracts Buddhist pilgrims Walking Street 10 Chiang Mai

Mae Rim, Amphoe Hang Dong, and Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai. The park consists of verdant forests and mountain ranges. Major mountains include Doi Suthep, Doi Buak Ha, and Doi Pui. This is a main source of tributaries and streams in Chiang Mai. Sacred places, reli- gious attractions and historical sites are located in the park complex. To get there: To the park office, drive from Chiang Mai town for 5 kilometres on the Huai Kaeo- Chiang Mai University-Chiang Mai Zoo route to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep en route to the intersection on the right, the Doi Suthep-Pui National Park road sign will be seen. Contact Tel. 0 5321 0244-6, 0 5329 5117-8 Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Attractions in the Doi Suthep-Pui National Park from all over the world throughout the year.The temple compound offers an exhilarating view Huai Kaeo Waterfall (น้า กหว้ ยแก้ว) of Chiang Mai city and surrounding country- side. or take a cable car up to Doi Suthep, which is located 6 kilometres from Chiang Mai town. operates between 5.30 a.m.-8.00 p.m. Tourists The 10-metre cascade provides a delightful without a car can travel by Song Thaeo mini bus ambiance of scenic views and various plants. from in front of Chiang Mai University (on Huai Kaeo Road side) operating during 5.00 a.m.-5.00 KhruBaSiwichaiMonument(อนสาวรยี ค์ รบู าศรวี ชิ ยั ) p.m., Contact Tel. 0 5329 5001-2 is situated at the foot of Doi Suthep Mountain. Doi Suthep-Pui National Park (อทยานแหง่ The monument honours the devoted Buddhist ชา ิ อยสเทพ ปย), monk whose followers built the first 10 kilome- tres road to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in 1935. the superb landscaped national park covers an area of 262 square kilometres of Amphoe Bhubing Palace (พร าหนกั พู ิงคราชนิเวศน)์ is located on the same road, 4 kilometres be- yond 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 promi- nent State visitors from abroad. The lavishly landscaped gardens and grounds are open to the general public everyday from 8.30 a.m.-3.30 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. ContactTel. 0 5321 9932, 0 5321 9915 www.bhubingpalace.org Chiang Mai 11

Doi Pui Tribal Village (หม่บู ้านชาวเขาเ า่ ม้ง) is a Hmong tribal village some 3 kilometres on an asphalt road from Bhubing Palace. The vil- lage presents the typical lifestyle of the Hmong as well as a scenic view of Doi Inthanon, the highest peak of Thailand. The trip takes only an hour from Chiang Mai town and the village is easily accessible. Royal Park Ratchapruek (อทยานหลวง ราชพ กษ์) After the success of the Royal Flora Ratcha- phruek, a world-class horticulture expo to celebrate the auspicious occasions of HM King Bhumibol’s 60th anniversary of his accession to the throne and his 80th birthday in 2006-2007, Thai Cabinet decided to maintain the condition of the park as the newest travel destination of Chiang Mai. Khru Ba Siwichai Monument Royal Park Ratchapruek 12 Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai Night Safari The Royal Park Ratchaphruek sits in Mae Hia Chiang Mai Night Safari (เชยี งใหม่ นท์ sub-district and covers an area of 240,000 ซา ารี) square metres, divided into different zones you need to spend the whole day here. Perched at is located in Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, the center is an authentic Lanna architecture of Tambon Mae Hia and Tambon Suthep, Amphoe Ho Kham Luang Royal Pavilion where a painting Mueang Chiang Mai and Tambon Nong Khwai, exhibition about the life and works King Bhumi- Amphoe Hang Dong, covering an overall area bol is displayed inside. Visitors should not miss of approximately 819 rai. This is an abundant to visit the Orchid Garden to see rare orchids night safari. Visitors can see various kinds of and International Gardens to hop into different animals such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, styles of gardens curated by different partici- Asiatic black bears, tigers, hyenas, crocodiles, pating countries, such as South Korea, China, etc. by open-air tram. There is also a trekking Japan and Bhutan, to represent their cultures. route to see the wild animals surrounded by a Other zones include the World of Insects, Rare beautiful atmosphere on the lake’s bank that is Plants and Corporate Zone. Trams are provided full of various trees. and do bring an umbrella as it can be really hot To get there: It is 10 kilometres from Chiang during the day. Opens daily from, 8.00 a.m.-6.00 Mai. Go along Huai Kaeo Road, turn left into p.m. Tickets for adults are 100 Baht and 50 Baht Highway No. 121 toward Amphoe Hang Dong for children Contact Tel. 0 5311 4110-5, www. for around 10 kilometres, then turn right and royalparkrajapruek.org continue for 2 kilometres. Operation hours: day time from Mon.-Fri. between 1.00 p.m.-4.00 Chiang Mai 13

p.m. and Sat.-Sun. between 10.00 a.m.-4.00 reaches the height of 1,550 metres above sea p.m., night time daily between 6.00 p.m.-11.30 level. Op Khan is the only place in Thailand that p.m. Tickets for adults are 500 Baht and 300 finds a kind of rare wild orchid named ‘Ueang Baht for children. For information, contact Tel. Manee Tri Rong’ (Dendrobium wardianum 0 5399 9050, 0 5399 9000 For accommodation, Warner) that features scented smell. It found Contact Tel. 0 5399 9015, 0 5399 9079 www. only in this area of Thailand. The tri-colored chiangmainightsafari.com orchid blossoms during the month of January every year. Southwestern Route (Highway No. The park is home to numerous kinds of wild 108) animals, from civets to bears, as well as natural attractions such as a Grand-Canyon-like Op Chiang Mai Cultural Centre (ศนู ย์วฒั นธรรม Khan Gorge on the banks of Mae Khan River, เชียงใหม)่ shallow-water swimming spot of Huai Ya Si and Huai Pong, Pha Toob that features interesting- at the beginning of Chiang Mai-Hang Dong shaped cliffs, Mae Tian Waterfall, Mae To hot road has an excellent collection of Lanna Thai springs and Tham Takkatan (grasshopper cave) art, and displays of traditional northern culture. that houses stalactites and stalagmites. A spectacular folk dance is performed while the Bungalows and camping spaces are available typical northern dinner“KhanTok”is served.The upon advanced reservations. For more informa- Khan Tok comprises Kaeng Hang Le, a gingery tion contact: Op Khan National Park, Tambon pork curry; the chilli-tomato-minced pork dip Nam Phrae, Amphoe Hang Dong, Chiang Mai called Nam Phrik Ong; and the crunchy pieces 50230, Tel. 08 6181 1068; Chiang Mai Regional of pork scratching, or Kaep Mu, for dipping Forest Office, Tel. 0 5381 8348. into the rich gravy. Enjoyable tribal shows of To get there: From Chiang Mai, use Highway No. Karen, Hmong, Lahu, Akha, Mien and Lisu are 121 to Hang Dong district, then turn right to performed after dinner from 7.00 p.m.-10.00 Namprae-Op Khan Ro Pho Cho and continue p.m. Contact Tel. 0 5327 4540, 0 5327 5097, for about 10 kilometres. Note that the road is www.oldchiangmai.com quite steep and dangerous. Kad Farang (กา รัง) Ban Roi An Phan Yang (บ้าน อนั อยา่ ง) 225 Mu 13, is the place for sophisticated shop- ping and dining, Handicrafts, home décor items, is the exhibition center of antiques and wood- art, antiques, silk, cotton, jewelry, clothing, gifts carving masterpieces for those who love the and restaurants. Opens daily 10.00 a.m.-9.00 beauty of art. The place where rare and fine p.m Contact Tel. 0 5343 0555, 0 5343 0552-3 art are collected to be the everlasting priceless heritage of Lanna. Opens daily 8.00 a.m.-5.00 Op Khan National Park (อทยานแหง่ ชา อิ อบ p.m. Contact Tel. 0 5335 5819, 0 5382 2649, ขาน) 0 5382 2664 is a national park in Samoeng district that cov- ers the area of mountainous limestone, lush forest and freshwater sources of 484 square metres. Its tallest peak is Yod Khun Thian, which 14 Chiang Mai

Wat Luang Khun Win (วั หลวงขนวิน) Ban Roi An Phan Yang Located at Mu 7, Tambon Don Pao, Amphoe Yuak Karen community. The other half of the Mae Wang, this Buddhist temple and medi- journey is via 4WD only. tation centre features the world’s biggest handcrafted Buddha statue made of Champi Ganesh Museum (พพิ ธิ ั ์พร พิ เนศ) Pa-Michelia floribunda-wood. Foreigners are most welcomed here. is located at 277, Mu 10, Tambon Yang Khram, To get there: Follows the Chiang Mai-Hot route, Amphoe Doi Lo. Visitors will be greeted by a and at the San Pa Tong T-junction, turn right Ganesh’s introduction video presentation prior through Amphoe Mae Wang at Km. 12. Then, to their entrance.The indoor exhibition displays proceed towards Km. 26 for Ban Khun Win. The hand-carved wooden Ganesh family statues Wat Luang Khun Win’s road sign on the right and replicas in different gestures, each of which notifies another 10 kilometres from this junc- depicting a particular purpose. tion. Though, a normal truck can only commute To get there: Follow the Chiang Mai-Hot High- through the first five kilometres of non-asphalt way, take a U-turn at Km. 35, and turn left for road and steep off-road hills to the Ban Huai another 5.5 kilometres. Free admission. Opens daily from 9.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m, Contact Tel. 0 5302 4287-9, 08 9855 5852 Chiang Mai 15

Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong (วั พร ธา ศรจี อมทอง) is 58 kilometres from the town in Chom Thong district and dated from the mid-1400s. The temple houses a collection of bronze Buddha images, and the secondary chapel contains a holy Buddha relic. Ganesh Himal Museum & Gallery Namtok Mae Tia (น้ กแมเ่ ยี ) Located in the middle of a jungle in Tambon Doi Kaeo, Amphoe ChomThong, this all-year-round 4-tiered waterfall, which is in the area of Ob Luang National Park’s responsibility, stands at a height of 80 metres. People from Sop Tia district use water from here for agriculture. To get there: by car, follow Highway No. 108 from Chiang Mai to Amphoe Chom Thong. Then, turn right beside the Chom Thong District Office or turn right at Wat Sop Tia, a total distance of 15 kilometres. A bus, service is another option available for visitors. Take the Chiang Mai-Chom Thong local bus and then hire a motorcycle taxi, Contact Tel. 08 1602 1290 Wat Phra That Doi Noi (วั พร ธา อยนอ้ ย) Doi Inthanon National Park (อทยานแหง่ ชา ิ อยอนิ ทนนท)์ is in Tambon Doi Lo, Amphoe Chom Thong along Highway No.108 between Km. 43-44. is Thailand’s highest mountain 2,599 metres The temple was built by Queen Jamathewi in above sea level. Doi Inthanon is a part of the 658 AD. During excavations, numerous marble Himalayas, which ranges across Nepal, Bhu- Buddha images, Buddha image containers, and tan, Myanmar, and ends at Northern Thailand. a chapel were discovered. The hilltop temple Complex mountain ranges and a mild climate allows visitors to glance the scenic beauty of characterise an area with a moist and dense the Mae Ping River and surrounding hills and summit forest. Doi Inthanon is very intersting valleys. The temple is approachable on foot by for ornithologists. Summit forest is the source climbing 241 steps. of important tributaries of the Mae Ping River. Meo and Karen hilltribes inhabit the park. Visiting Doi Inthanon is possible throughout the year. The best period for viewing waterfalls 16 Chiang Mai

Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong Doi Inthanon National Park Chiang Mai 17

is May through November. The best period for other attractions around the area. viewing wild flowers is December through Accommodation, restaurants, and camping February. The best period for ornithologists is sites are available at the park headquarters at November through March. Km. 31. Tel. 0 5328 6728-9 Bangkok Tel. 0 2562 To get there: Travel 58 kilometres west of Chiang 0760 or www.dnp.go.th Mai via Highway No. 108 to Chom Thong, then turn right into Highway No. 1009 and continue Attractions in Doi Inthanon National a further distance of 48 kilometres along High- Park way No. 1009 to the summit. A good asphalt road takes visitors up but is rather steep, thus Namtok Mae Ya (น้า กแม่ย ) the vehicle must be in a good condition. Visitors could pay for the entrance fee at Km. 8. is one of the most beautiful cascades in Chiang Doi Inthanon can be reached by a local truck Mai. Water flows from a 280-metre steep cliff (Song Thaeo) from Phra That Chom Thong or onto different rock formations in a lower basin Mae Klang Waterfall. The Song Thaeo runs to like drapes. The well-managed waterfall is Doi Inthanon National Park Office (Km. 31) and teeming with verdant forests and is best for rec- neighbouring villages. A chartered Song Thaeo reation. It is located 1 kilometre from Highway costing around 800 Baht, can make stops at No. 1009 junction, turn left for 14 kilometres and then take a 200-metre walk. Namtok Mae Ya 18 Chiang Mai

To get there: Turn right off Highway No.1009 at Km. 21, then follow the signpost to the waterfall a further 350 metres on foot. At Km. 20 a new road is built to reduce the walk to the waterfall. Namtok Siriphum (นา้ กสริ ิ มู ิ) is a splendid waterfall that falls from a steep cliff in two lines and can be seen en route to Doi Inthanon. The attractive waterfall is located at Km. 31 of Highway No. 1009, take a right turn for 2 kilometres and is approachable only on foot from the base of the waterfall. Namtok Mae Klang Namtok Mae Klang (นา้ กแม่กลาง) is a 100-metre one-level waterfall located 8 kilometres from Highway No. 1009 junction and turn left onto an asphalt road for 500 metres. Namtok Wachirathan (นา้ กวชิรธาร) is a large waterfall which plummets over the edge of a high cliff into a deep pool below. When there is a large amount of water, there are large splashes in the basin, creating a cool and refreshing environment. The delightful ambience can be felt by walking on a slippery bridge that leads to the waterfall. Namtok Siriphum Chiang Mai 19

Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphon Phumisiri Doi Inthanon Royal Project (ส านีวจิ ัยเกษ รหลวง Doi Inthanon Peak (ยอ อยอนิ ทนนท)์ อยอนิ ทนนท)์ has a cool climate all year round. The Air Force is in Khun Klang village close to the park head- Radar Station and King Inthawichayanon’s quarters. The project was initiated in 1979 to stupa located on the mountaintop. King Intha- help the hill tribes to cultivate cash crops other wichayanon, the last king of Chiang Mai, was than opium and train them on modern agricul- concerned about the importance of forests and tural practices. Most produces are temperate wanted to preserve the forests for future gen- zone plants. Flower plantations, a plant breed- erations. He was so familia with Doi Inthanon ing research lab and flower plantations of hill that he asked that part of his ashes be kept here. tribes (Hmong) are open to visitors. The Tourist Information Centre, near the top of Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Doi Inthanon, exhibits a chronological back- ground of the mountain, including its geogra- Mahathat Naphaphon Phumisiri (พร มหาธา phy, biology, forests, and animals. น เมทนี ลแล พร มหาธา น พล ูมสิ ิริ) Namtok Mae Pan (นา้ กแมป่ าน) twin pagodas located at Km. 41.5, were built to commemorate the fifth cycle birthdays of is the longest waterfall in Chiang Mai, which King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit. flows from a 100-metre scliff. Its charm can be Both pagodas share the similar bases as well as enjoyed by standing some distance from the a two-level walking path that surrounds them. falls. From afar, the white water and the green The pagodas enshrine Lord Buddha’s ashes and forests around the falls make a beautiful picture. Buddha images, and overlook the magnificent From Km. 38 of Highway No. 1009, drive along scenery of Doi Inthanon. the Doi Inthanon-Mae Chaem road (Highway 20 Chiang Mai

No. 1192) for 6 kilometres and a sign to the nutrition, organic deposits, and rare species of waterfall will be seen, then drive on an unpaved birds are seen along the trail. road for 9 kilometres.The lovely waterfall can be There are more nature trails on Doi Inthanon, reached by a ten-minute walk from a parking each providing different views of the diversity lot. In the rainy season, the road to Namtok Mae of plants, reforestation, the importance of tribu- Pan is in a poor condition; only a four-wheel taries, the origin of caves, hilltribe agriculture, vehicle could make the journey. and bird watching. Walking trails range from 1 to 8 kilometres. Each trip needs approval from Namtok Huai Sai Lueang (นา้ กห้วยทรายเหลอง) the Chief of the National Park and a trekking leader is needed. The service is obtained at the is beyond Namtok Mae Pan, about 21 kilome- Park Office at Km. 31. tres from Doi Inthanon-Mae Chaem Road. Turn left to an unpaved road where only a four-wheel vehicle could make a trip in the rainy season. The medium-size cascade has water all year round and flows from a cliff to each level. Natural Study trek on Doi Inthanon Kiu Mae Pan (กิวแมป่ าน) starts from Km. 42. This short trail, winding through pristine forest for about 2.5 kilometres, a 3-hour walk, allows the hiker to experience the natural beauty of the forest at first hand.The Rhododendrons, commonly found in the Hima- layas, are found along the trail and they are in full bloom during December-February. Trekkers on this route should seek permission from the park headquarters for safety reasons. A group of not more than 15 people is recommended. Food consumption is not allowed while trek- king. This nature trail is closed for reforestation from June 1 to October 30 annually. Ang Ka Luang Nature Trail (อา่ งกาหลวง) Kiu Mae Pan was surveyed and designed by Mr. Michael MacMillan Walls, a Canadian volunteer biolo- gist who devoted to his work and died from a heart attack on this mountain. This trail is 360 metres long, passing through wet and cold areas in a lush valley. Forest above 2,000 me- tres is covered with lichens and wild orchids. Indigenous plants that needs a high level of Chiang Mai 21

Birdwatching on Doi Inthanon kilometres and takes about 1½ hours. Second route: Take the Chiang Mai-Amphoe Inthanon Bird Watching Information Centre Chom Thong route. Before arriving in Amphoe (Uncle Daeng’s Shop) is located at Km. 31. This Chom Thong, turn right onto Highway No. is a bird information exchange centre among 1009 for Doi Inthanon. At Km. 31, turn right bird watchers, nature students and the general onto a 16-kilometre paved road for the Chiang public. The information details the habitat and Mai Royal Agricultural Research Centre, a total food of birds and animals living on Doi Intha- distance of 115 kilometres and takes about 2 non. The aim is to pass on this knowledge to hours. the next generation. It also provides the Doi by bus, Take a bus from the Chiang Mai Gate to Inthanon Bird watching Diary, bird sketches Amphoe Chom Thong. Then, a Chom Thong- by various bird watching experts, bird watch- Mae Chaem Song Thaeo mini bus and get ing trails, bird pictures, and slides. Winter is the off at the junction to Doi Inthanon at Km. 31. best time for bird watching when indigenous Finally, take a chartered Song Thaeo for another and migrant birds are found including Eurasian 16 kilometres or hire directly from Amphoe Woodcock, White Wagtail, Grey Wagtail, Yellow Chom Thong. Wagtail, Citrine Wagtail, Forest Wagtail, Chest- Accommodation and Facilities: nut Thrush, Scarlet Finch, Little Bunting, and The Chiang Mai Royal Agricultural Research Crested Bunting. Centre opens daily from 8.00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. Bungalows and 2 campgrounds for 100 persons Chiang Mai (Khun Wang) Royal Agri- located in front of the park headquarters and reception areas are available. Advance reserva- cultural Research Centre (ส านวี จิ ยั เกษ ร tions are required, Contact Tel. 0 5311 4133, 0 หลวงเชยี งใหม่ ขนวาง ) 5311 4136. Nestled in the middle of the Doi Inthanon Mae Chon Luang Agricultural Ex- mountain range at Mu 10, Tambon Mae Win, Amphoe Mae Wang, this centre is open for perimental Station (ส านที ลองเกษ รทสี ูง educational and agro-tourism tours. Visitors แมจ่ อนหลวง) will find various temperate plants and bird species. Attractions: Khun Wang is beautifully is in Ban Mong Khun Mae Wang, Mu 6, Tam- covered with pink Wild Himalayan Cherry in bon Mae Na Chon, Amphoe Mae Chaem. The bloom during the cool season from mid Janu- researched plants blossom alternately and ary to February. produce fruits all year-round. The hill slopes To get there: have been developed into stepped plantations by car, Two routes providing a serene panoramic view. First route: From Chiang Mai, take the Amphoe To get there: There is currently no public trans- San PaTong-Amphoe MaeWang route via High- portation to the station. Visitors are recom- way No. 1013. Then, turn left at the junction mended to use a 4WD or rent a Song Thaeo beyond Amphoe Mae Wang and zigzag up the mini bus from the Doi Inthanon foothill. There mountain path for 40 kilometres to the final 5 are two routes to the station: kilometres of dirt road, which requires a 4WD Route 1: From the provincial city of Chiang Mai, during the rainy season. The total distance is 86 22 Chiang Mai

take the Chiang Mai-Hot route, via Amphoe visitors to the waterfall, which has a heavy flow Chom Thong, and turn right towards Doi Intha- all year-round. Visitors are recommended to non till you arrive at Km. 31. Then, turn right and wear proper shoes. proceed past the Royally-Initiated Doi Inthanon Development Project. Proceed further along Ban Rai Phai Ngam (บ้าน ร่ ง่ าม) the 16-kilometre paved road. Visitors will arrive at the Chiang Mai Royal Agricultural Research is renowned for its high quality traditional cot- Centre (Khun Wang). Turn left and continue ton woven. The village is located between Km. along the dirt road for another 6 kilometres. 69-70 along Chiang Mai-Hot route, turn left for The total distance is 120 kilometres and takes 1 kilometre to the village. The bamboo shadow 2-3 hours. along the entrance to this village makes pleas- Route 2: Proceed from the provincial city of ant environment. Presently, villagers who were Chiang Mai, via Amphoe San Pa Tong, and turn trained on the natural dyed cotton by the late right at San Pa Tong onto Highway No. 1013 National Artist, Pa (Aunt) Sangda Bansit exhibit to Amphoe Mae Wang. When passing Mae their artistic cotton woven at her house, which Wang, turn left and follow through the wind- is located beside Mae Ping River. The house has ing 16-kilometre dirt road via Ban Nong Tao, been transformed to a museum show tradi- Ban Pa Kluai, and Ban Pong Lom Raeng. Turn tional local life style including the works of the right and continue for another 9 kilometres. founder. Contact Tel. 0 5336 1231. The total distance is 92 kilometres and takes approximately 2 ½ hours. Traditional Cotton Woven Village Accommodation and Facilities: Bungalows and two viewpoints with campgrounds are avail- (หมู่บ้านทอ า้ ซนิ นี จก) able. Visitors should prepare their own food or call in advance to make arrangements, Tel. 0 is located 3 kilometres from Mae Chaem Dis- 5311 4133, 0 5311 4136. trict Office in Tambon Tha Pha. The weaving of northern unique style Sarong is made in this Nearby Attractions: tambon. Around 150 households produce this distinctive cotton. Nowadays, the unique weav- -Hmong Hilltribe Village Khun Mae Wang (หมบู่ า้ น ing style fabric is in a great demand because of ม้งขนแมว่ าง): its striking colour and indigenous style. Opens daily from 9.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Contact Tel. 0 It is situated to the north of the Mae Chon 5348 5111. Luang Agricultural Experimentation Station, within a 20-minute drive. Visitors will enjoy the Mae Chaem Forest Garden (สวนปาแมแ่ จ่ม) Hmong indigenous lifestyle and their intricate embroidered cloths. features the Mae Chaem River running through a forest garden area making it ideal for rafting, -Namtok Sirirat (นา้ กสริ ริ ั น)์ : mountain biking, or a campfire. It is located at Mu 3, Tambon Kong Khaek and has, currently, From the station, proceed westward. Visitors been developed as a tourist attraction with will come across a separate turn to the Waterfall availability of security guards on night shifts. that is accessible only by foot (10-minute walk). To get there: From the provincial city of Chiang The walk along this developed trail will bring Mai, take Highway No. 108 (Chiang Mai-Mae Sariang route). Upon arriving in Amphoe Hot, Chiang Mai 23

rents and powerful echoes. An area in the north of this stream is teeming with various kinds of plants that provide a pleasant ambience all year round. Magnificent views of Ob Luang National Park can be seen from the bridge that links with the gorge. An interesting prehistoric archaeological site is also located in the park. To get there: The Ob Luang National Park is located 105 kilometres from Chiang Mai town along Highway No. 108 (Chiang Mai-Hot-Mae Sariang) at Km.17 on your right. The road stretches alongside the Mae Chaem River and zigzags along mountain ranges. Bus from Chiang Mai town starts from Chiang Mai Gate, catch Chiang Mai-Hot-Omkoi route. Or from Amphoe Hot, there are 3 lines of buses: Hot- Mae Sariang, Hot-Mae Chaem, Hot-Omkoi from the Hot roundabout. All of them stop at Ob Luang National Park. Contact Tel. 0 5331 5302, 0 5381 9349 Bangkok Tel. 0 2562 0760. Ob Luang National Park Doi Tao Lake (ท เลสาบ อยเ ่า) turn right for Amphoe Mae Sariang via the Ob is located 133 kilometres from Chiang Mai town Luang National Park. At Km. 21, turn right onto along the Chiang Mai-Hot-Doi Tao route. The Highway No. 1088 for Amphoe Mae Chaem large reservoir with lush green trees is situated with a distance of 46 kilometres. At Km. 16, beyond the Bhumibol Dam in Tak province. It take another turn onto the Mae Chaem Forest was used for agriculture and fishery irrigation. Garden, Contact Tel. 0 5322 8068. This great body of water offers many recrea- tional opportunities during the rainy and cool Ob Luang National Park (อทยานแห่งชา ิ seasons, from October-April. Rafting lodge ออบหลวง) prices range from 1,000 to 1,500 Baht. Cruise services to Bhumibol Dam is available during is an amazing natural attraction comprising this period. both splendid natural charms as well as mysteri- ous scenery. A zigzagging river flows in front of Wat Phrathat Doi Koeng (วั พร ธา อยเกิ้ง) a picturesque gorge. The area is a high, steep cliff with a narrow passage, creating strong cur- The stupa at Mu 5, Tambon Tha Duea, Amphoe Doi Tao, about 60 kilometres from the Doi Tao District Office, is where the sacred Buddha’s forehead bone relics are enshrined. Accord- ing to legend, it was initially restored by the 24 Chiang Mai

Daraphirom Palace Museum ruler of the Kingdom of Haripunjaya Phranang opens daily to the public from 9.00 a.m.-4.00 Chammathewi in 657-717 AD. Then in 1919, p.m. For more information, contact Tel. 0 5321 the much revered Khruba Siwichai chaired the 0872, 0 5322 1650. recent restoration process. The annual stupa’s bathing ceremony takes place on Makha Bucha Bank of Thailand Museum (พพิ ธิ ั ธ์ นาคาร Day, which falls on the full-moon day of the แหง่ ปร เทศ ทย) third lunar month. situated at the Anek Prasong Building, Bank Northern Route (Highway No. 107, of Thailand, Northern Region Office, Chotana Chiang Mai-Fang) Road.The Museum is a centre of knowledge, ex- hibiting the relationship of coinage and textiles, Tribal Museum (พิพธิ ั ช์ าวเขา) which has had an important role from the basic way of life to the economic system from the is in King Rama IX Lanna Garden on Chotana past to present. Open Monday-Friday, except Road. This is an ethnology museum featuring bank holidays from 9.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. and the indigenous culture of 9 hilltribes including 1.00 p.m.-4.00 p.m. Contact Tel. 0 5393 1182-3 Karen (Kariang), Hmong (Meo), Mien (Yao), Lisu (Liso), Akha (Iko), Lahu (Musoe), Lau, Thin, and Daraphirom Palace Museum (พพิ ิธ ั ์ Khamu including the minority tribe of Malabri. พร าหนกั ารา ริ มย)์ Each tribe possesses unique identity and cul- ture. The museum exhibits ways of life, culture, located in the Fort Dara Rasmi, Amphoe Mae beliefs, and local wisdom of those tribes, which Rim. The building style was influenced by have been intellectually conveyed through Western architecture. Formerly, Daraphirom artistic objects displayed in the museum. It is Palace was a royal residence of a consort of King Chiang Mai 25

Rama V, Phra Ratchachaya Chao Dara Rasmi. Highway No. 107. Next to the Mae Rim District Princess Dara Rasmi was a daughter of King Office is a side road on the left to get to Fort Indavijayanonda, the 7th King of Chiang Mai, Dara Rasmi. who reigned during 1870-1897. He was the last king of Chiang Mai who ruled the kingdom in a Ban Khwai Thai (Thai Buffalo Training traditional way before Chiang Mai was annexed as a part of Thailand. Camp) (บ้านควาย ทย) The Museum showcases the Consort’s belong- ings, which have been arranged in the similar Located at 300/2 Chiang Mai-Fang Road, atmosphere of that period; for example, the liv- Tambon Mae Rim Nuea, Amphoe Mae Rim. ing room displays tableware, and the Consort’s Apart from the shows of activities of utilising personal accessories and musical instruments, buffaloes, there is a demonstration of buffalo etc. Open from Tuesday-Sunday from 9.00 a.m.- training on ploughing methods, called Thai Da, 5.00 p.m. Admission fee is 20 Baht for adults, 10 and Thai Phruan including threshing. Tourists Baht for children/university students in uniform, can also visit Ban Chao Na or Farmers Museum, free for monks and pupils in uniform. Contact which depicts the Thai farmer’s way of living, Tel. 0 5329 9175. and agricultural equipment. Shows are offered To get there: From Chiang Mai town, take in the morning and afternoon. Contact Tel. 0 5330 1628, 0 5384 4818, 0 5384 4914. Mae Ngat Sombun 26 Chiang Mai

Doi Luang Chiang Dao Mae Ngat Sombun Chon Dam (เขอนแมง่ ั fish in a stream in front of the cave. Touring in สมบูร ์ชล) and aroundTham Chiang Dao with a local guide is possible by contacting local guides in front is under the responsibility of the Si Lanna of the cave. A service fee is charged. National Park. Built by the Royal Irrigation Department in 1977 and finished in 1985, the Doi Luang Chiang Dao ( อยหลวงเชยี ง าว) Dam is located at Km. 41 on Highway No. 107 of the Chiang Mai-Fang route and then turn right is a limestone mountain in the Chiang Dao for approximately 11 kilometres. It is located Wildlife Reserve area, Amphoe Chiang Dao. in Amphoe Mae Taeng. Accommodation and This cone-shaped mountain is 2,195 metres restaurants on rafts are available for visitors. from sea level, which makes it the third high- est mountain in Thailand after Doi Inthanon Tham Chiang Dao ( ้าเชียง าว) and Doi Pha Hom Pok. Narrow plains on top of the mountain overlook spectacular views that is a charming cave located in Amphoe Chiang include a sea of fog on the Amphoe Chiang Dao. It is situated 72 kilometres from Chiang Dao side, Doi Sam Phi Nong, the Chiang Dao Mai town, turn left at the entrance route and mountain range, and the far end of Doi Intha- proceeds for 5 kilometres on an asphalt road. non. The peak is cool and windy. It is full of rare Convenient parking is available. Climb a stair- highland flowers, birds, and butterflies. Visiting case with a zinc roof to reach the cave. The Doi Chiang Dao needs an approval letter from lovely cave greets visitors with various kinds of Chiang Mai 27

the Director of Wildlife Conservation Office, Nature that begins life forms. There’s also an National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation annual rite to pay respect to the river goddess Department. It must arrange at least 2 weeks at the beginning of the harvest season. The before travelling. Contact Tel. 0 2561 0777. park also provides a 2.5 kilometres walking To get there: The peak is accessible on foot. At trail in the jungle for adventurous travelers. Chiang Dao cave, guides, porters, and char- Bungalows and camping spaces are available tered transfers to the starting point of the trail upon advanced reservations. Tickets for adults are available. Rented local truck costs around are 100 Baht and 50 Baht for children. Contact 900 Baht and, a porter is 400 Baht per person. Tel. 0 5304 6370, www.dnp.go.th There are no tourist facilities on Chiang Dao To get there: Take highway No. 107 (Chiang Mountain. Visitors must bring their own sleep- Mai-Fang) to Km. 79, then turn left and drive ing bags, food, and water. Descending the along highway No. 1178 for about 24 kilome- mountain, one should take Ban Tham route, tres to Ban Na Wai. Turn left and continue for located near Chiang Dao cave. It is rather steep; another 150 metres to the office of Pha Daeng nevertheless, it could shorten the walking dis- National Park. tance upon decending but is not recommended to use as an ascending route because of the Wat Tham Tap Tao (วั า้ บั เ ่า) difficulty to climb up. is in Amphoe Chai Prakan on the Chiang Mai- Pha Daeng National Park (อทยานแห่งชา ิ Fang route between Km. 120-121, turn left for าแ ง) 3 kilometres. The peaceful temple compound comprises a mid-pond scripture hall andTapTao Formerly named Chiang Dao National Park, cave, which is the beauty highlight. The cave is Pha Daeng covers an area of 1,155 square kilo- somewhat smaller than Chiang Dao cave, but it metres in Chiang Dao, Wiang Haeng and Chai offers the unique charm of Buddha images inside. Prakan districts of Chiang Mai. Mountainous limestone hills and verdant forest making it is Doi Ang Khang ( อยอา่ งขาง) home to abundant wildlife animals, rare plants and freshwater sources. If you can rise up, the is on Highway No. 107 (Chiang Mai-Fang). Turn park’s highest peak Doi Puk Phak Ka, which left at an intersection around Km. 137 (at Mae soars 1,794 metres above sea level, offers pano- Kha Market) and proceed to Doi Ang Khang ramic views of the area. Other attractions in the for a further distance of 25 kilometres. It is a national park include Si Sangwan, Huai Hok steep zigzagging asphalt road. Therefore, only and Pang Tong waterfalls, Pong Ang hot spring, vehicles in good condition and experienced Pha Chan, Doi Klang Mueang, and Huai Cha drivers can make the trip. The local truck (Song Khan caves, Doi Pha Tang where to grasp the Thaeo) from Mae Kha Market offers chartered blossom of Siamese sakura during December- service to the splendid mountain. The area has January, and, most importantly, the headwaters a cool climate all year round, particularly from of the Ping River, one of the four major rivers December to January, when much of the area of Northern Thailand. Its source found in Pha is frosty. During that period, visitors should be Daeng is revered by locals as a sacred Mother prepared to cope with cold weather. Accommo- dation is available. Contact Tel. 0 5345 0107-9. 28 Chiang Mai

Attractions on Doi Ang Khang people of various races such as Burmese, Hwa, and Thai Yai. They settled in the area and run (สAng Khang Royal Agricultural Station านเี กษ ร souvenir shops and restaurants. หลวงอ่างขาง) Kiu Lom Viewpoint (จ ชมวิวกวิ ลม) is a demonstration site for planting and re- searching flowering plants, temperate fruit is a scenic spot to watch sunrise and sunset trees, vegetables and other crop under the including a sea of clouds. It overlooks the de- patronage of His Majesty King Bhumibol lightful ambience of the mountains. On a clear Adulyadej. day, the Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station can be seen from here. Bonsai Garden (สวนบอน ซ) Mu Ban No Lae (หมู่บ้านนอแล) is located in front of the station. The garden comprises temperate and winter plants of Thai- is on the Thai-Burmese border. The people of land and overseas, all of which are decorated, No Lae migrated from Myanmar. They speak cut and planted with the Bonsai technique. their own language and are Buddhists. On Touring around Bonsai garden, visitors can also every Buddhist day, they stay home to practice see herbal plantations. The best time to visit is the Buddhist precepts. No Lae village offers a from November to January. magnificent view of natural scenery of the Thai- Burmese border. Mu Ban Khum (หมู่บ้านคม้ ) is a village located near the Royal Agricultural Station. It is a small community comprising Doi Ang Khang Chiang Mai 29

Pong Nam Ron Fang Mu Ban Khop Dong (หมูบ่ า้ นขอบ ้ง) To get there: by car, from the provincial city of Chiang Mai, is home to Musoes. The tribe believe in ghosts take Highway No. 107 to Fang. Then, head to and spirits and still hold on to simple ways of the intersection, and take a left turn for 9 kilo- life. The Royal Project has supported this village metres along the asphalt road with clear road in promoting agriculture and handicrafts. The signs all the way. Young Local Guide project is underway to guide by bus, take the Bangkok-Fang or Chiang Mai- visitors on the local lifestyle and beliefs, as well Fang air-conditioned bus (Northern Bus Termi- as to create local awareness to youths. nal) or private coach. Get off in Fang and rent a Song Thaeo mini bus for another 10 kilometres Mu Ban Luang (หมบู่ า้ นหลวง) to the National Park. Accommodation and Facilities: Bungalows, comprises of Yunnan Chinese who migrated mineral bathrooms, steam rooms, restaurants, here during World War II. They earn a living gift shops, and campgrounds (rental tents and from agriculture. bedding facilities) are available. For more infor- Activities on Doi Ang Khang are Natural Study mation, contact the Doi Pha Hom Pok National Trek, Mountain Biking, Bird watching. Park or Mae Fang National Park at P.O. Box 39, Tambon Pong Nam Ron, Amphoe Fang, Chiang Doi Pha Hom Pok (Mae Fang) National Mai 50110, Tel./Fax 0 5345 3517-8 or contact the Department of National Parks,Wildlife and Plant Park (อทยานแหง่ ชา ิ อย า้ หม่ ปก (แม่ าง ) Conservation, Tel. 0 2562 0760, www.dnp.go.th is part of the mountainous geographical ranges of Phi Pan Nam. Its height varies from 400 to 2,285 metres above sea level and includes the prominent highlands of Doi Pha Hom Pok, Doi Pu Muen, Doi Laem, and Doi Ang Khang. The forest is still largely intact and is the Fang River’s watershed. 30 Chiang Mai

Attractions within the National Park: Doi Pha Hom Pok ( อย า้ ห่มปก) Pong Nam Ron Fang ( ปงนา้ ร้อน าง) is in Tambon Mon Pin Mae Sao, covering Am- phoe Fang and Amphoe Mae Ai, some 180 This all-year-round hot spring is caused by heat kilometres from the provincial city of Chiang under the Earth’s surface with water tempera- Mai. With a height of 2,285 metres above sea ture of 90-130 degrees Celsius. Experience the level, its peak is covered with clouds and offers indoor (shower and steam rooms) and outdoor cool weather throughout the year. Doi Pha Hom hot spring bathing. Open during 7.00 a.m.-7.00 Pok is part of the Daen Lao Mountain Range p.m. Pong Nam Ron Fang is located within the that stretches from southern Yunnan and strad- National Parks’ headquarters. Visitors can also dles the border of Thailand and Myanmar-from take the 1.2 kilometres walking trail through Chiang Rai to Mae Hong Son and stretches to mixed deciduous forest to this hot spring. Just the Thanon Thong Chai Mountain Range. There 300 metres away, visitors will come across Huai are rare species of birds and butterflies; such as, Mae Chai with water running all year-round. Doi Pha Hom Pok Chiang Mai 31

Purple Cochoa, Brown-brested Bulbulo, Kaiser- Mueang Ngai-Wiang Haeng Route I-Hind (this butterfly species is only found in (Highway No. 1322 off Highway No. Thailand), Blue Peacock, and Brown Gorgon. In 107) winter, migratory birds; such as, Red-throated Thrush, Grey-winged Blackbird, and Chestnut King Naresuan Stupa (พร ส ปู เจ ยี ส์ มเ จพร Thrush, flock here. นเรศวรมหาราชานสร ์) To get there: Take the Chiang Mai-Fang route for 140 kilometres, then proceed along the is located at Mueang Ngai Village. The locals Fang-Mae Ai road for another 20 kilometres. built the stupa to mark the stay of King Na- Finally, turn left for the final 20 kilometres. resuan the Great before he led his troop to Tourists are only allowed to camp out in the Kiu invade Angwa in Myanmar in 1604. Lom Viewpoint because it is too dangerous to stay on the steep summit of Doi Pha Hom Pok. Phra Borom That Saen Hai (พร บรมธา Trips to Doi Pha Hom Pok take at least 2 days แสน ห) and 1 night. Prior permission is required at the Mae Fang National Park Office, Tel. 0 5345 1441 in Amphoe Wiang Haeng dates from the early ext. 302, or the Department of National Parks, Buddhist times and was renovated in 1914. The Wildlife and Plant Conservation, Tel. 0 2562 pagoda is an architectural blend of Myanmar 0760, www.dnp.go.th Tha Ton (ท่า อน) is a village in Amphoe Mae Ai where the Kok River flows to Chiang Rai town. The lifestyle of the locals living along the river as well as hilltribal villages can be seen during the river trip. Long-tail boat departs Tha Ton daily at 12.30 p.m., arrives Chiang Rai around 4.00 p.m. Travellling by bamboo raft takes 3 days. Activities which are available such as rafting to hot springs, visiting Lahu (Musoe) village and elephant riding around the village are available. Wat Tha Ton (วั ทา่ อน) occupies an area of more than 160 acres and spreads over several rolling hills. The temple is situated on the bank of the Mae Kok river and offers beautiful scenery.The temple also houses a school for monks, novices, and youths as well as a drug rehabilitation centre and a hilltribe support unit. Pong Duat Pa Pae 32 Chiang Mai

and Lanna Thai styles. It is believed that King and is situated amid a forest that has a strong Naresuan rested here and built a pool at the sulphuric scent. foot of the hill for his troops. To get there: drive on Mae Malai-Pai Road at Km. 42 then turn right for 6.5 kilometres. Wat Fa Wiang In (วั าเวยี งอนิ ทร์) Huai Nam Dang National Park (อทยานแหง่ is a temple of Shan architecture located in Ban ชา ิห้วยนา้ งั ) Lak Taeng right on the Thai-Myanmar border. In the past, Khun Sa, a drug warlord, once covers an area of 180 square kilometres of Am- governed the area, but after he surrendered phoe Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai and Amphoe Pai, to the Myanmar government, the temple was Mae Hong Son. Most of the areas are ranged divided into 2 parts. A golden pagoda is located highlands. The mountain has a verdant forest, on the Thai side, while the chapel’s red roof can which is the source of tributaries and various be clearly seen on the Myanmar side. streams. Mae Malai-Pai route (Highway No. Attractions include: 1095 off Highway No. 107) (จHuai Nam Dang Viewpoint or Doi Kiu Lom ชม Pong Duat Pa Pae ( ปงเ อ ปาแป) ววิ ห้วยนา้ ัง หรอ อยกวิ ลม) is located in Amphoe Mae Taeng, some 40 overlooks Doi Chiang Dao and is a superb spot kilometres from Chiang Mai town. The hot to see sunrise amid cloudy valleys in the early spring spurts out steam 4 metres above ground morning. Huai Nam Dang Viewpoint or Doi Kiu Lom Chiang Mai 33

To get there: Drive along Mae Malai-Pai Road to p.m. Suan Bua Mae Sa Orchid Tel. 0 5329 8564 between Km. 65-66, and then take a 6-kilome- Open 7.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m. tres access road to the park office. Monkey Training Centre (ศนู ย์ กลิง) Mae Rim-Samoeng route (Highway No. 1096 off Highway No. 107) trains monkeys for agricultural purposes. Enjoy monkey shows and a photo session with well- Orchid and Butterfly Farms (สวนกล้วย ม้แล สวน trained monkeys. Open during 9.00 a.m.-4.15 เี สอ้ ) p.m. All shows start every hour from 11.00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. Admission fees for adults 200 are along the route. Visitors can enjoy exotic Baht and children 120 Baht, Tel. 0 5329 7710, 0 year-round blooms. Bai Orchid and Butterfly 5304 4123, 08 7007 0811. Farm Tel. 0 5329 9588, 0 5329 9222 Open 7.30 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Mae Ram Orchid is located Siam Insect-Zoo & Museum (SIZ) (สวนสั ว์แมลง around Km. 5.5. For more information, contact สยาม) Tel. 0 5329 8801.Open 8.00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. Sai Nam Phung Farm, located 2 kilometres along 23/4 Mu 1 Tambon Mae Ram located on Mae the Mae Rim-Samoeng route, and turn left for Rim-Samoeng route, Km. 4, Soi Monkey School. 1 kilometre. For more information, contact Tel. The place is for preserving our private world- 0 5329 7152, 0 5329 8771-2. Open 8.00 a.m.-5.00 wide collection of insects which has been col- lected for more than 30 years ago. This will be a good opportunity for the public to see our Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden 34 Chiang Mai

Mon Chaem insect displaying and activities. It will be more Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden (สวนพ กษศาส ร์ than a common butterfly farm by including สมเ จพร นางเจา้ สริ ิกิ )ิ research and book publication on the results of many kinds of insects and arachnids. Open: covers a mountainous area of 560 acres. It is 9.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Contact Tel. 0 5386 0807, 08 located around Km. 12 along the Mae Rim- 4937 1121, 08 9184 8475 www.malaeng.com Samoeng route. This international botanical garden was established to honor Queen Sirikit Mae Sa Snake Farm ( าร์มงแู มส่ า) in 1992. It has a fine collection of Thai and foreign plants. The garden is set up to exhibit is around Km. 3 along the Mae Rim-Samoeng plants according to species and climate. Visitors route. It is home to various kinds of snakes can drive around the area. Places to see include of Thailand and conducts snake breeding. It the Tourist Information Centre, the Thai Orchid features daily snake shows. Each show takes Breeding Centre, Herbs Museum and Research around 30 minutes. For more information, Centre. The garden offers 3 walking trails: contact Tel. 0 5386 0719. 1)Rock Garden-Thai Orchid Nursery, takes around 30-60 minutes on foot; Mae Sa Waterfall (นา้ กแมส่ า) 2)Arboreta (plant study trail), showing more than 10 species of plants including banana, is at Km. 7, then take an access road on the palm, fern, and ginger. This trail takes around left. The famous 8-tiered waterfall in Amphoe 45-60 minutes; Mae Rim occupies a natural setting among towering trees, covered with a lovely breeze all year round. Chiang Mai 35

3)Climbing takes around 1-2 hours to climb the in Tambon Bo Kaeo, on both sides of the road. mountain. Some are open for picking; such as, It is opens daily to the public from 8.30 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Contact Tel. 0 5384 1000 Fax: 0 5329 9754 Suandoikaew (สวน อยแกว้ ), Tel. 08 4803 9905, www.qsbg.org Rai Napa-Phupa ( รน่ ู า), Tel. 08 1950 5920, Mon Chaem (ม่อนแจม่ ) 08 1603 9800. This Hmong hill-tribe village is only 40 minutes Northeastern Route (Highway No. from the provincial city of Chiang Mai. 1001, Chiang Mai-Phrao) To get there: Follow Highway No. 107 (Chiang Mai-Fang route) to Amphoe Mae Rim. At Km. Si Lanna National Park (อทยานแห่งชา ิศรี 17, take a left turn onto Highway No. 1096 (Mae ลานนา) Rim-Samoeng). At Km. 15, turn right at Ban Pong Yaek, and proceed 6 kilometres further for Mon is full of wildlife and verdant forests, which are Chaem. This is one of HM the King’s royal initia- the source of various tributaries of the Mae tives to promote agriculture among the Hmong Ping River. The park covers a mountainous people in that area, where they used to cultivate area of 260,800 acres in Phrao, Mae Taeng, and poppy seed and practice slash-and-burn agricul- Chiang Dao districts. Contact Tel. 0 2562 0760 ture. Mon Chaem’s prominent features include or www.dnp.go.th cool weather all year-round, scenic viewpoint for the sea of mist and sunrise/sunset, visibility Attractions in Si Lanna National Park of nearby districts of Amphoe Mae Taeng and Amphoe Mae Rim, as well as, beautiful starry Mon Hin Lai Waterfall (นา้ กม่อนหิน หล) nights. Accommodation and food is available. Tel. 08 1806 3993, 08 0854 4906, 08 1950 9767. the 9-tiered waterfall is located in Mae Ngat Forest, Amphoe Phrao. It is full of water all year Khun Khan National Park (อทยานแห่งชา ิ round and falls straight down off a mountain. ขนขาน) The unique cascade has many outstanding tiers. The top tier, in particular, is an ideal viewpoint is the national park of Thailand in Samoeng dis- to observe the splendid landscape of Phrao trict of Chiang Mai.This unspoiled forest is home district. to various kind trees, such as evergreen, pine, To get there: Drive on the Chiang Mai-Phrao timber, frubber, Malabar ironwood, teakwood road for 85 kilometres, turn left for 4 kilometres and redwood. Rare animals such as wild boars, onto a dirt road. Only four-wheel vehicles can jungle fowl, porcupines, foxes, flying squirrels, make the trip. bats, mongooses, gibbons, and the great hornbill are also found here. Contact Tel. 0 5381 8348, 0 Namtok Bua Tong and Namphu Chet Si 5331 7626, 0 2562 0760, www.dnp.go.th or Namphu Yen/Namtok Yen (นา้ กบัว อง Strawberry Fields ( รส่ รอว์เบอรร์ )ี แล น้าพเจ สี น้าพเยน นา้ กเยน ) Amphoe Samoeng offers the country’s best is located at Km. 42, Chiang Mai-Phrao route, and biggest strawberry fields, mostly grown Tambon Ho Phra, Amphoe Mae Taeng. The spring water is rich in calcium carbonate de- posited on the streambed and flows down the falls, in which the ground becomes sparkling white because of its coating. 36 Chiang Mai

Eastern Route Mae Kuang Udom Thara Dam (เขอนแม่ก (Chiang Mai-Doi Saket Route, Highway วงอ มธารา) No. 118) Wang Than Village, Tambon Luang Nuea, Am- Tweechol Botanic Garden (สวนพ กษศาส ร์ phoe Doi Saket. Drive on the route of Chiang ทวชี ล) Mai-Doi Saket for 20 kilometres; make a left for the dam for about 6 kilometres. The Dam 118 Chiang Mai-Doi Saket Road. Founded by is a project of His Majesty the King’s initiative, Khun Thawisak Sesawet, the Garden covers an started in 1965 and finished in 1992, having area of 114 acres or 285 rai, with the purposes a capacity of 263 million cubic metres and for collection of many breeds of plants; tropical measuring 73 metres high and 610 metres plants; such as, palm, cycad, cactus, orchid, ca- long. Water from the dam is used to support ladium, bromeliads, anthurium, philodendron, agricultural areas in Amphoe Doi Saket, San topiary garden featuring various shapes of Kam Phaeng, and part of Lamphun province. animals; for example, a giant serpent or Naga of Fabulous landscape can be seen from the dam. 130 metres long, and 12 animals of the zodiac, Opens daily from 8.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m. bottletree, palm garden of more than 58 species, provincial tree garden, demonstration plots of Mae Takhrai National Park (อทยานแหง่ ชา ิ the sufficiency economy way of life, a manmade แม่ คร)้ waterfall, zoo, and a collection house displaying a Phra Kaeo Khao replica (a replica of the white covers an area of 354.7 square kilometres of Chi- jade Buddha image), votive tablets and sacred ang Mai and Lamphun provinces. The area con- objects of master monks, and Princess Dara sists of undulating mountains that are 400-2,030 Rasmi’s room. This is a knowledge centre for metres high above sea level. There are many students and the general public who are inter- types of forests including deciduous dipterocarp, ested in botany and studying the Lanna people’s mixed deciduous, tropical evergreen rain, dry way of life in the past. A tram service for touring evergreen, hill evergreen, and lower montane the garden, bicycle rental, and camping are coniferous forests; these are forests originating available. Opens daily. Contact Tel./fax: 0 5386 water for the Mae Takhrai, Mae On, Mae Tha and 8891-3, www.tweecholbotanicgarden.com. For Mae Kuang Creeks, which are the waterways of accommodation among the greenery, contact the Ping River.The area is abundant with wildlife Tel. 0 5386 8891-3 www.horizonvillage.net animals including many types of birds, barking deer, deer, gibbon, and wild boar. WatPhrathatDoiSaket(วั พร ธา อยส เก ) Attractions inside the National Park This temple is situated atop a hill (500 metres high) at Mu 3, Tambon Choeng Doi. It offers Mae Takhrai Reservoir (อา่ งเกบน้าแม่ คร้) natural forest, tranquility, a panoramic view of Amphoe Doi Saket, wall mural, museum, and is where the National Park Headquarters are sacred relics much revered by the people of located, surrounded with mixed deciduous and Doi Saket. bamboo forests. A nature study trail around the reservoir with a distance of 3 kilometres is available. Chiang Mai 37

To get there: From Chiang Mai town, drive on is 600 metres further away, where tourists can Highway No. 1006 toward Amphoe Mae On. view mountains in a long range including rare When reaching the intersection of Wat Pao Sam scenery of downtown Chiang Mai and Doi Kha School, make a right to Highway No. 1229 Suthep. During the night, tourists can spot for about 4 kilometres until reaching Check- glorious brightening stars on earth from here. point No.1, continue for about 10 kilometres. Make a left to Ban Huai Kaeo for 800 metres to Doi Langka or Phu Langka Luang ( อย reach the reservoir. ลังกา หรอ ลู ังกาหลวง) Namtok Tat Moei (นา้ ก า เหมย) With an altitude of 2,030 metres above sea level, it is the fifth highest mountain of the country. is a 15-metre high cascade. Very beautiful in the The weather is cold all year round. Grass for- rainy season, the cascade is about 16 kilometres est covers the mountaintop widespread. In from the Mae Takhrai National Park. Drive on February-March, rhododendron will blossom. a bumpy laterite road and quite steep route. Phu Langka Luang is located in the north of On the way, there is a view spot for glancing the National Park Headquarters about 50 kilo- the mountain range in Amphoe Mae On and metres away. Drive to Kamphaeng Hin Village Amphoe San Sai. On a summer’s day with a and then walk to the mountaintop for about 12 clear sky, the panorama of Lamphun, Chiang kilometres. Visitors can hike up to Phu Langka Mai downtown, and Doi Suthep can be seen Luang from the Khun Chae National Park or use and even Doi Inthanon rising across the horizon the other way around the route. The trip takes far away. Once reaching Checkpoint No. 3, pass 2 nights to get to Doi Langka Luang. a dry evergreen forest; there are many kinds of For accommodation and facilities, there are plants; such as, Takhian (Hopea odorata), Yang two spots for campsites around the reservoir. Na (Dipterocarpus alatus),Yang Daeng (Diptero- The area consists of a forest with a breeze from carpus turbinatus), etc. The total distance is 3 the reservoir and is suitable for a Boy Scout kilometres to reach the waterfall. camp. Around the reservoir is a nature trail for study. For more information, contact Mae Namtok Mae Takhrai (น้า กแม่ คร้) Takhrai National Park, 36 Mu 3, Ban Mae Wan, Tambon Pa Miang, Amphoe Doi Saket, Chiang is a one-layer cascade located 6 kilometres Mai 50130, Tel. 0 5331 7413, 0 5381 8348, The from the National Park Headquarters. On the Department of National Parks, Tel. 0 2562 0760, way, pass a forest which is abundant with many www.dnp.go.th breeds of flora; such as, mushroom, Mafai (Bac- To get there: The National Park is 15 kilometres caurea ramiflora), etc. During the seasons, wild away from Chiang Mai town. Using Highway flowers are blossoming beautifully. No. 118 of the Chiang Mai-Doi Saket route, the National Park Headquarters is located between Scenic points (จ ชมทวิ ทศั น์) Km. 33-34. There are two spots: the first spot is for viewing the forest landscape, Chiang Mai downtown, and Doi Suthep. Both spots are located on the Mae Takhrai-Huai Kaeo route. The first spot is at Km. 6 where tourists can appreciate the pano- rama of a mountain range separating Chiang Mai and Lampang provinces. The second spot 38 Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai-San Kamphaeng Route, Highway No. 1006 San Kamphaeng (สันกาแพง) located 13 kilometres east of Chiang Mai town, is famous for silk and a cotton-weaving village. Most of the visitors to Chiang Mai visit San Kam- phaeng for souvenirs that are high quality but inexpensive. The village showcases a weaving factory as well as a weaving process. On the way from Chiang Mai to San Kamphaeng, there are factories and souvenir shops that sell wood- carving, silverware, earthenware, lacquerware, and cotton fabrics. Kat Dara (กา ารา) Bo Sang Umbrella Village is part of the Dara Thewi Hotel, Chiang Mai-San ing the umbrella structure, to hand painting Kamphaeng Road, covering an area of 2 rai with an intricately beautiful pattern. Materials are more than 1,500 square metres of commercial made from silk, cotton, and Sa paper. For more area. The plaza buildings are constructed in the information, contact the Ton Pao Subdistrict ethnic styles of Lanna, Lanchang, Xishuang- Municipality, Tel. 0 5333 8048-9 banna, and Mandalay paralleling with the road. There is an open-air space for outdoor activities, Pa Dong Pong Wai (ปา งปง หว) famous distinctive stores, local products trad- ing; such as, silk, indigenous textile, accessories, is the main place to learn the Lua commu- reproduced antique goods, portrait studio in nity’s history. Prominent landmarks include the Lanna style, restaurant, and bakery. Every unearthed ceramic kilns, weapon incinera- shop is in the adjacent buildings. The rest area tors, pond, and strange-shaped vines. This is is a wooden gazebo with a small pond in a considered one of Chiang Mai’s outstanding refreshing Lanna atmosphere blended in a eco/historical tourism attractions. Local guides natural environment. Contact Tel. 0 5388 8888 and homestay accommodation are available, Contact Tel. 0 5333 2752 Bo Sang Umbrella Village (หมู่บ้านทาร่ม บ่อสร้าง) Ban Jang Nak (บ้านจางนัก) Most popular for umbrella making, this village 56/1 Mu 2, Tambon Buak Khang, Amphoe San in Tambon Bo Sang, Amphoe San Kamphaeng, Kamphaeng is the place presenting the works is 9 kilometres from the provincial city of Chi- ang Mai (Chiang Mai-San Kamphaeng route). Visitors will experience an umbrella making demonstration, from the making of the Sa pa- per derived from mulberry tree bark, construct- Chiang Mai 39

of Lanna Thai artists and local craftsmen, in route, pass the San Kamphaeng Hot Spring, and which they transform their beautiful imagina- head straight for 14 kilometres, a total distance tion into elephant craftworks in different man- of 55 kilometres. The asphalt road is accessible ners like real life. It is worth seeing. all year round by all types of vehicles (no taxi To get there: Take the Chiang Mai-San Kam- available). This route is also connected to Chae phaeng route crossing the Maenam On Bridge Son National Park, Lampang province. and make a right passing Wat Chae Chang, Wat The Teen Tok Royal Project Centre is situated Don Pin, and Wat Bauk Khang, Baan Jang Nak is at Mu 8, Ban Pang Phueng, Tambon Huai Kaeo, next to Wat Buak Khang, Tel. 0 5333 2578. Amphoe Mae On, Chiang Mai 50130, Contact Tel. 0 5331 8316, 08 6180 7725. Wat Pa Tueng (วั ปา ง) Southern Route Tambon On Tai, Amphoe San Kampheang. It was an abandoned temple in the same period Wiang Kum Kam (เวยี งกมกาม) as Wat Chiang Saen. Before construction, the relic of the Buddha and many precious items; is an ancient city that was built in the reign of such as, artefacts, Buddha images, and celadon King Mengrai in 1286. The city was surrounded wares were found. Now they are stored at the by ditches in every corner and they were used Museum of Pottery located in a compound of as reservoirs. From the discoveries, there are the temple. Sala Kanparian or a sermon hall 20 ancient remains in and around Wiang Kum is where a famous revered monk’s undecom- Kam include buildings and temples of Wat posed corpse, Luangpu La is placed for worship. Chedi Liam, Wat Chang Kham, Wat Noi, Wat Pu Pia, Wat Ku Khao, Wat E Kang, Wat Hua Nong, Teen Tok Royal Project ( ครงการหลวง นี ก) and Wat Pu Song. The remains are dating from 21st-22nd Buddhist centuries. Initiated by HM the King with his own 300,000 Wiang Kum Kam is located in the southeast Baht donation in 1981 for the construction of of Chiang Mai, between Km. 3-4 along Chiang the centre for development, demonstration and Mai-Lamphun route, Tambon Wang Tan, Sara- promotion of mushroom cultivation, as well as, phi district. Take the road at Nong Hoi Police coffee growing for the local people (in addition box to the Ko Klang Pa Kluai intersection and to tea plant cultivation). It is located just 55 kilo- en route to Chedi Liam Police box. Wiang Kum metres from the provincial city of Chiang Mai. Kam Information Center Tel. 0 5327 7322 To get there: Route 1 (uphill road): From the provincial city of Wat Chedi Liam or Chedi Ku Kham (วั เจ ยี ์ Chiang Mai, proceed via Highway No. 118 head- เหลียม หรอเจ ีย์กู่คา) ing to Chiang Rai. At Km. 27, turn right and go straight through Ban Pong Kum, Ban Mae Tao on Ko Klang Road, Wiang Kum Kam. It was built Din. At the Ban Than Thong Intersection, take a in 1288 during the reign of King Mengrai. After left turn and head for theTeenTok Royal Project, the King marched his army and conquered a total distance of 43 kilometres. Lamphun town, he appointed his close council- Route 2 (direct): From the provincial city of Chi- lor named Ai Fa to govern this town. The King ang Mai, take the Don Chan-Amphoe Mae On and his troops moved to build a new city in the northeast for 2 years and then moved to build 40 Chiang Mai

Wat Chedi Liam or Chedi Ku Kham INTERESTING ACTIVITIES another new city on the Ping River in 1286 and Elephant Show named it Wiang Kum Kam. In 1287, he ordered craftsmen to make a blueprint of a stupa from An elephant show is performed in the morn- Wat Chammathewi in Lamphun to construct ing from 9.40 a.m.-10.30 a.m. The show begins for the people to worship. This stupa was built with elephants bathing to cool themselves in the Thai measure of 8 wa and 1 sok wide then mahouts would place a log harness on (16.5 metres) base with 22 wa high (44 metres) their backs. Finally, elephants will demonstrate consisting of niches of Buddha images on the their formidable forestry skills. Elephant riding four sides containing 15 Buddha images at and rafting are the most enjoyable activities. each side or 60 of them in total. The temple was Elephant shows are performed at the follow- abandoned for hundreds of years until 1908, ing places: when it was discovered by a wealthy Burmese man. With his faith, the Burmese tycoon had -Tha Phae Ban Mae Tamaan (ทา่ แพบา้ นแม่ the chedi renovated by Burmese workers. As a มาน) is along Highway No. 107 (Chiang Mai- result, the art style of the chedi changed from its original to the Burmese style; only the structure Fang) for 43 kilometres, turn left for 7 kilome- remains the same. tres. Tel. 0 5329 7060. -Mae Taeng Elephant Camp (ปางชา้ งแมแ่ ง) is on the same route to Tha Phae Ban Mae Tamaan. It is 9 kilometres from the entrance and is opposite to Mae Tamaan temple. For more information,Tel. 0 5327 1680. -Chiang Dao Elephant Training Centre (ศูนย์ กช้างเชียง าว) is around Km. 56. from Chiang Mai, it is on the right. The centre trains young elephants on forestry skills and is open to the public daily at 10.00 a.m.-11.00 a.m. Contact Tel. 0 5329 8553, 0 5386 2037. -Mae Sa Elephant Camp (ปางช้างแมส่ า) is at Km. 10 of the Mae Rim-Samoeng route. Tel. 0 5320 6247-8. -Pong Yaeng Elephant Camp (ปางช้าง ปง แยง) is located at Km. 18.5 of the Mae Rim- Samoeng route. Tel. 0 5321 5943. -Mae Wang Elephant Camp (ปางชา้ งแม่วาง) is where visitors can enjoy an hour of elephant rides. -To get there: access the Chiang Mai-Hot route for Amphoe Mae Wang. Then, turn right onto the San Pa Tong-Mae Wang route for another 20 kilometres, Tel. 08 4363 6221. Chiang Mai 41

Tha Phae Ban Mae Tamaan -Taeng Dao Elephant Camp (ปางช้างแ ง of the Ping River which take approximately 2 าว) is situated along the Chiang Mai-Fang hours. route (Km. 56). Enjoy the logging and lumber -Mae Ping River Cruise, Tel. 0 5327 4822 dragging show twice daily at 9.00 a.m. and 10.00 a.m. Activities fees are as follows; 1 www.maepingrivercruise.com hour elephant ride = 1,000 Baht (1 elephant/2 persons), 1½ hours elephant ride to the Lisu -Scorpion-tailed Boat, Tel. 0 5324 5888, 08 Village = 1,200 Baht (1 elephant/2 persons), 30 minutes elephant ride = 600 Baht (1 elephant/2 1960 9398 www.scorpiontailed.com persons), rafting = 200-300 Baht/person, Tel. 0 5329 8553. Khan Tok Dinner -Ele life (Elephant Life Experience) Tel. 0 Benjarong Khan Tok (เบ จรงค์ ขัน ก) Tel. 5387 2571 www.elelife.com 0 5380 4331-2 www.benjarongkhantoke.com Cruising along the Ping River Chiang Mai Cultural Centre (ศนู ย์วัฒนธรรม เชยี งใหม่) Wua Lai Road, Tel. 0 5327 4540, 0 5327 Maenam Ping is the main river in Chiang Mai. Tourist can witness the atmosphere of Chiang 5097 www.oldchiangmai.com Mai, as well as the local lifestyle on both sides Khum Khan Tok (ค้มขัน ก) Tel. 0 5330 4121 www.khumkhantoke.com Khan Tok Palace (ขัน กพาเลซ) Tel. 0 5327 275, 0 5320 4790-1 www.kantokepalace.com Sip Song Panna (สิบสองปันนา) Tel. 08 3579 7373. 42 Chiang Mai

Bamboo Rafting-Whitewater Rafting be done by both rubber dinghy and bamboo raft. The entire trip takes 2-3 hours. Rafting on the Mae Wang (ลอ่ งแพแมน่ า้ แมว่ าง) Whitewater Rafting along the Mae Cham Steer your own bamboo or rubber raft amid forest scenery down the 10-kilometres main River (ล่องแก่งลานา้ แมแ่ จม่ ) river of the Mae Wang, which merges with the Mae Win from Ban Khun Win, passing rapids in Ob Luang National Park. The difficulty of with difficulty levels of 1 and 2 (including large whitewater rafting here is from Level 3-4. Dur- drops). In addition, get to know the indigenous ing the season when the tide is high, it is not Karen Sgaw Hill Tribe. All these are found at Ban suggested to do whitewater rafting because Sop Win, Mu 9, Tambon Mae Win. Contact Mae the tide is too strong and may result in an ac- Win Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, cident. For further information, please contact Tel. 0 5393 9762. Ob Luang National Park, Tel. 0 5322 9272. Bamboo Rafting along the Mae Taeng Bamboo Rafting along the Kok River (ลอ่ ง แพแม่น้ากก) River (ลอ่ งแพลานา้ แมแ่ ง) is nowadays popular among both local and is very popular because the river zigzags along foreign tourists because they will have a chance the valleys. The river tide is not too rough and to see the magnificent surroundings and the surroundings on both sides are very admira- lifestyle along the Kok River. Tourists who wish ble. The journey starts from Pong Dueat by trek- to do bamboo rafting can contact the travel king and spending a night at Ban Pa Khaolam, agencies at Ban Tha Ton such as Tha Ton Tour, a Karen village. Then, rafting along the Mae Tel. 0 5337 3143, Chao Phae (Thip Travel), Tel. Taeng River to Ban Sop Kai for approximately 0 5345 9312. 3-4 hours. The most suitable period for rafting along the river is from the end of the rainy Trekking season to winter. There are many travel agents in Chiang Mai provide this service. Chiang Mai is a centre for treks into the moun- tainous areas which are home to hilltribes. The Whitewater Rafting along the Mae Taeng verdant hills and forests provide the natural setting as well as for watching birds and wildlife. River (ลอ่ งแกง่ ลานา้ แม่แ ง) The most popular trails are in Kiu Mae Pan, Ang Ka Luang, Doi Inthanon National Park, Huai can be divided into 3 parts. The first is from Ban Nam Dang National Park and Doi Luang Chiang Mueang Khong to Ban Pa Khaolam. This part is Dao Wildlife Conservation. quite calm. The second is from Ban Pa Khaolam to Ban Sop Kai where there are a lot of rapids fun Artificial Rock Climbling for whitewater rafting. The last part is from Ban Sop Kai to Mae Thaeng Elephant Camp where Artificial Rock Climbing ( ่หนา้ าจาลอง) kayaking can be done. Contact Tel. 0 5380 0567 www.thepeakadventure.com can be practiced at the Peak Rock Climbing Plaza, situated on Chang Khlan Road, next to Bamboo Rafting along the Mae Chaem the Siam Commercial Bank, Tha Phae Branch. Take a course in rock climbing on the best rock River (ลอ่ งแพลานา้ แม่แจม่ ) wall in Thailand, with a height of 15 metres and 8 metres wide which imported from France and can be done throughout the year. During the rainy season, the tide is strong and murky but during summer, the water is clear. Rafting can Chiang Mai 43

meets world standards, under the care of expert and participating in activities at the 7-tiered wa- instructor. For more information, please contact terfall of Namtok Mae Kampong, climbing Doi Tel. 0 5380 0567 www.thepeakadventure.com Mon Lan, as well as, traditional herbal massage and steam. For more details, contact the Mae Sightseeing from the air Kampong Royal Project Electricity Cooperative, Contact Tel. 0 5322 9526. Sightseeing from the air (เหนิ าชมทศั นยี าพ) To get there: it is 51 kilometres from the provin- cial city of Chiang Mai. Take Highway No. 1317 An alternative way to get a bird’s eye view of for 50 kilometres, or Highway No. 118, and turn Chiang Mai is to board a Microlight aircraft or right at the Pong Din T-junction, which is a total take a balloon flight to see the city and the sur- distance of 51 kilometres. rounding countryside. For further information, please contact Maepundin & Phortumsuan (แมป่ นั ิน พอ่ -Chiang Mai Sky Adventure Tel. 0 5325 5588 ทาสวน) www.skyadventures.info -Oriental Balloon Flights Tel. 0 2913 0768, 08 in Ban Sai Mun is a private museum (originally 1456 7695 www.balloonadventurethailand. a rice barn) exhibiting sculptures, Lanna local com wisdom, farming appliances, as well as, daily -Wind & Fire Co., Ltd. Tel. 0 5329 2226 www. utilities; such as, Northern dining utilities or wind-and-fire.com Khan Tok, antique betel tray, hand-woven fabric, antique mirror, silver betel leaf holder, Tree Top Adventure antique iron, and woven basketry products. Open during 9.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m., closed on Flight of the Gibbon, Tel. 0 5301 0660 www. Wednesday. Homestay is available, in which treetopasia.com guests can take pottery and cooking classes, Jungle Flight, Tel. 0 5320 8666, 08 6911 4488, 08 Tel. 0 5329 8897. 1885 8091 www.jungle-flight.coms To get there: take Highway No. 107 (Chiang Flying Squirrels Tel. 0 5327 8989-90, 08 3084 Mai-Mae Rim route), pass the Green Valley Golf 1430 www.treetopflight.com Course (on the right hand side) and turn right Zipline Chiang Mai Tel. 08 5720 0619 onto Highway No. 1260 (Mae Rim-San Sai route) for 2 kilometres.The museum is on the left-hand Homestay side, next to the Mae Rim Municipality Office. Ban Mae Kampong (บ้านแมก่ าปอง) EVENTS & FESTIVALS is an ecotourism homestay (13 houses) amidst Bo Sang Umbrella Festival (งานเทศกาลร่ม refreshing nature and cool weather throughout บ่อสรา้ ง) the year. This area is also the watershed that divides the border of Lampang and Chiang is held in January at Bo Sang Handicraft Centre. Mai. Located in a valley and surrounded by tea/ The festival features paper products, paper coffee plantations, Ban Mae Kampong has been parasols in particular, cultural shows, a parade processing tea plants for more than a century. showing traditional ways of life, and several Visitors will have a great experience in tea plant contests. activities in order to create ecological aware- ness. In addition, enjoy learning about nature 44 Chiang Mai

Flower Festival (งานมหกรรม ม้ อก ม้ปร ับ) Ban Thawai Woodcarving Fair (งานศิลป หั กรรม มแ้ ก สลักบา้ น วาย) is held in February. The festival includes deco- rated flower garden contests, floral floats parade Held annually in early February, visitors will in the morning and beauty pageants.The parade enjoy a wood product fair, woodcarving dem- begins at Chiang Mai Railway Station and passes onstration, and cultural shows in Ban Thawai, Nawarat Bridge and ends at Nong Buak Hat Park. Amphoe Hang Dong. For more information, contact the Khun Khong Subdistrict Admin- istrative Organisation, Tel. 0 5344 1258, Ban Thawai Handicraft Group, Tel. 08 1882 4882. Ban Thawai Woodcarving Fair Chiang Mai 45

Tin Chok Textile and Mae Chaem Culture Samoeng Strawberry Festival (งานเทศกาล ส รอวเ์ บอร์รีแล ของ อี าเ อส เมิง) Fair (มหกรรม ้า นี จก แล วฒั นธรรมชนเ า่ แมแ่ จม่ ) is held annually in February at the Samoeng is held annually during early February at Mae District Office. The fair features exhibitions Chaem District Office. Visitors will enjoy exhibi- and strawberry booths. For more information, tions, Tin Chok textile/tribal textile contest, fair, contact the Samoeng District Office, Tel. 0 5348 Kat Mua Khua Hom market, and tribal beauty 7115, 0 5348 7103. pageant. For more information, contact the Mae Chaem District Office, Tel. 0 5348 5111. Thai Elephant Day (งานวนั ช้าง ทย) Chinese New Year (เทศกาล รษจีน ชน่าทาวน์ is held annually on 13 March at Mae Sa Elephant เชยี งใหม)่ Camp in Amphoe Mae Rim. The event features Bai Si Su Khwan-spirit warming/trunk binding is held on Trok Lao Cho Road, Warorot Market, rituals and elephant buffet parties. For more in- Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai.Visitors will enjoy formation, contact the Mae Sa Elephant Camp, lion dances, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, as well as Chinese Tel. 0 5320 6247-8. exhibition, music, food fair, and dances. For more information, contact the Chiang Mai Songkran Festival (งานปร เพ สี งกราน ์) Municipality Tourism Office, Tel. 0 5325 9365, 0 5325 2557. is held annually from 13 to 15 April. The 13th of April is the Great Songkran day featuring Flower Festival 46 Chiang Mai

the revered Phra Phutthasihing Buddha image parade around Chiang Mai town for bathing, sand pagoda forming, blessing of elders, and water splashing. Doi Suthep Pilgrimage (งานปร เพ ีเ ินข้น อยสเทพ) On the night of Visakha Bucha Day, worshippers gather to light candles and make the 7-kilome- tre pilgrimage up to the temple on Doi Suthep. City Pillar Inthakin Festival (งานบูชาเสา อินทขลี ) is held to invoke blessings of peace, happiness and prosperity for the city and its residents. Buddha images are paraded around the city. It is held at Wat Chedi Luang for 7 auspicious days and nights in the 7th lunar month. Yi Peng Festival (งานปร เพ ยี เี ปง) Yi Peng Festival is held annually on Loi Krathong day (วันลอย กร ทง) It is a very interesting event of Chiang Umbrellas/ Parasols These are inextricably Mai. The festival features the release of lanterns associated with Bo Sang where villagers have into the sky to worship the gods. There are been engaged in their manufacture for at also fireworks, lantern contests, and beauty least 200 years. All materials, silks, cottons, pageants. Sa paper (manufactured from the bark of the mulberry tree) and bamboo are produced or LOCAL PRODUCTS found locally. Visitors to Bo Sang will see literally hundreds of designs and sizes ranging from the Chiang Mai is the center of quality handicrafts. miniature to the gigantic. Visitors need merely visit the nearest city emporium or night market to purchase an Silverware The finest Thai silverware is exqui- extraordinary variety of antiques, embroidery, Thai silks and cottons, basketry, celadon, silver- site, and is made in Chiang Mai, where certain ware, furniture, lacquerware, woodcarvings and families have practised their art for several parasols. Major Chiang Mai products include: generations. Traditional skills and a guaranteed content of at least 92.5% pure silver invest Cottons & Silks First-class Chiang Mai bowls, receptacles and decorative items with authentic value. Silver shops are concentrated cottons and silks are of incomparable quality. on Wua Lai Road, where silverware artisans and Cottons and silks have innumerable fashion and their families live. furnishing applications. The largest possible selection is available in San Kamphaeng. Chiang Mai 47

Lacquerware Striking black and gold Mu Ban Si Pan Khrua (หมู่บ้านศรปี นั ครวั ) designs give lacquerware its visual appeal and is famous for bamboo works and lacquerware. sheen.This item made of wood, bamboo, metal, The village is located in Tambon Tha Sala, paper and baked clay, in the form of receptacles, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai. ornaments and various souvenirs. Mu Ban Wua Lai (หมบู่ ้านวัวลาย) Furniture/ Woodcarving Chiang Mai’s Ban is famous for silverware and lacquerware. It is Thawai village in Hang Dong district, is a major located in Tambon Hai Ya, Amphoe Mueang centre of furniture making. Major woods and Chiang Mai. materials include teak, rosewood and rattan. Items may be unadorned or, especially with Mu Ban Mueang Kung (หมู่บา้ นเหมองกง) teak and rosewood, carved in traditional or modern designs. Woodcarving is a traditional is famous for earthenware. It is located in northern Thai art featured in numerous Tambon Nong Khwai, Amphoe Hang Dong. temples. In recent years, woodcarving has increasingly embellished furniture, gracing Mu Ban Roi Chan (หมู่บา้ นร้อยจนั ทร)์ screens, chairs, tables, beds, figurines, carved elephant indeed anything bearing a wooden is famous for basketry. It is located in Tambon surface large enough to be carved. Nong Khwai, Amphoe Hang Dong. Hilltribe Products These include silver orna- Mu Ban Thawai (หมู่บ้าน วาย) ments, such as bracelets, necklace, pendants is famous for antique imitation, woodcarving. and pipes of intricate design, and embroidered It is located in Tambon Khun Khong, Amphoe items including tunics, jackets, bags, purses, Hang Dong. www.ban-tawai.com caps and dress lengths. Mu Ban Kuan Thahan Kaeo (หมู่บา้ นกวน Gold Plated Orchids & Butterflies Orchids ทหารแกว้ ) and butterflies are preserved and plated with is famous for earthenware. It is located in 24-carat gold to create unusual gift items such Tambon Thahan Kaeo, Amphoe Hang Dong. as necklace pendants, hairpins and earrings. Pottery Chiang Mai is the major centre of Thai- Mu Ban Nong Ap Chang (หมบู่ า้ นหนองอาบชา้ ง) land’s pottery industry. Prized items include high-fired celadon which is produced in many is famous for handmade natural dye cotton. It is forms, including dinner sets, lamp bases and located inTambon SopTia, Amphoe ChomThong. decorative items. Mu Ban Don Kaeo (หมบู่ า้ น อนแก้ว) HANDICRAFT VILLAGES is famous for basket weaving. It is located in The Industry Promotion Centre in the North has Tambon Don Kaeo, Amphoe Saraphi. carried on promotion for the village where villager themselves have inherited their cottage industry Mu Ban Pa Bong (หมบู่ า้ นปาบง) for decades.The following names are villages (Mu Ban) that carry their fame on particular products: is famous for woven products. It is located in Tambon Pha Bong, Amphoe Saraphi. Mu Ban Ton Pao (หมู่บา้ น ้นเปา) is famous for Sa paper products. It is located in Tambon Ton Pao, Amphoe San Kamphaeng. Mu Ban Bo Sang (หมบู่ ้านบอ่ สรา้ ง) is famous for umbrellas, fans and woodcarving. Mu Ban Ton Phueng (หม่บู า้ น ้น ้ง) is famous for umbrella making and wood- carving. It is located in Tambon Ton Pao, Amphoe San Kamphaeng. 48 Chiang Mai

SOUVENIR SHOPS Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5322 1076, 0 5321 8674 Ceramics Chinnawat Trading (ชนิ วั ร เทร ิง้ ) 16 Huai Ek Pottery (เอก ินเ า) Highway No. 107 Mae Kaeo Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. Tang-Fang route Tel. 08 9951 5025 0 5322 1638, 0 5321 3091 Siam Celadon (สยามศลิ า ล) 38 Mu 10 Chiang Joly Farm ( จลี าร์ม) 8/3 Chiang Mai-San Mai-San Kamphaeng Road, Tambon Ton Pao, Kamphaeng Road, Amphoe San Kamphaeng, Amphoe San Kamphaeng, Tel. 0 5333 1526, Tel. 0 5311 6777-8 www.joliefemme.com 0 5333 2437 www.siamceladon.com Nanthakhwang (นันทขว้าง) 6/1-3 Nimman- Siam Celadon 2 (สยามศลิ า ล ) 158Tha Phae hemin Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Road,Tel: 0 5323 4518-9 www.siamceladon.com Tel. 0 5322 2261 Tao Mengrai (เ าเมงราย) 79/2 Sam Lan Road, O Phiankuson (อ เพยี รกศล) 56 Mu 3 Chiang Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai-San Kamphaeng Road,Tambon San Khlang, Mai, Tel. 0 5327 2063, 0 5381 4080 Amphoe San Kamphaeng, Tel. 0 5333 8041-5 Baan Celadon (บา้ นศลิ า ล) 7 Moo 3, Chiang- Tambon Tha Pha Hand-Woven Fabric mai-San Kamphaeng Road, Tambon Sanklang, Centre (ศูนย์ส่งเสริม ลิ ั ์ ้าทอมอ าบลท่า า) Amphoe San Kampheang, Tel. 0 5333 8288, 0 5338 4889-90 99 Mu 4 Tambon Tha Pha, Amphoe Mae Chaem, Tel. 0 5348 5185 Silverware Umbrella and Sa Paper Products Chiang Mai Silverware (เชียงใหม่ ซลิ เวอรแ์ วร)์ Bo Sang Handicrafts Centre (ศนู ยห์ ั กรรม 62/10 Chiang Mai-San Kamphaeng Road, บอ่ สรา้ ง) 228/1 Mu 3 Bo Sang-Doi Saket,Tambon Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5312 6126 www.chiangmaisilver.com Ton Pao, Amphoe San Kamphaeng, Tel. 0 5333 8466 Lanna Thai Silverware (ลานนา ทย เครองเงนิ ) Sa Paper and Umbrella Handicrafts Cen 79 Chiang Mai-San Kamphaeng Road, Amphoe San Kamphaeng, Tel. 0 5333 8015 tre (ศูนย์หั กรรมกร าษสาแล ร่ม) 99/18 Chi- Louis Silverware (หลยส์ ซิลเวอร์แวร์) 99/1 ang Mai-San Kamphaeng Road, Amphoe San Kamphaeng, Tel. 0 5333 8973 Chiang Mai-San Kamphaeng Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5333 8494 Umbrella Making Centre (ศูนย์อ สาหกรรม ทาร่ม) 112/2 Bo Sang-Doi Saket Road, Amphoe Duangjai Silverware ( วงใจ ซิลเวอร์แวร์) San Kamphaeng, Tel. 0 5333 8324 44 Wua Lai Road Soi 3, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5328 0346, 08 6180 5709 Carved Wood Products Silk and Cotton Banyen (บานเยน) 201/1 Wua Lai Road, Ha Ya, Chinnawat Panit (ชินวั รพา ิชย์) 73 Chiang Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5327 4007 Mai-San Kamphaeng Road, Amphoe San Kam- Mai Mung Ngoen ( มม้ งเงนิ ) 4 Soi 1 Nimman- phaeng, Tel. 0 5333 1187-8 hemin Road,Tambon Suthep, Amphoe Mueang Sor. Chinnawat Thai Silk (ส ชนิ วั ร หม ทย) Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5322 7474 18/1 Huai Kaeo Road, Tambon Chang Phueak, Chiang Mai 49

Other Handicrafts Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5324 5466, 0 5324 5733 (Brassware) Avatar (อว าร์) 64 Sirimangalachan Road Tel. Vila Cini (วลิ าศินี) 30, 32, 34 Charoenrat Road, 0 5322 0911 Opens daily 11.30 a.m.-7.30 p.m. (Painting Sculptures Decorative Items) Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5324 6246, 0 5324 4025 www.vilacini.com Chiang Mai Sales Center for Royally- Remark: Other activities such as cooking class, horse riding, Go Kart, Shooting, BB Gun are Initiated Products (อาคารจาหน่าย ลิ ั ์ also in Chiang Mai, please contact TAT Chiang ครงการ ามพร ราช าริ) 122 Mu 1 Huay Kaew Mai for details; Tel. 0 5324 8604, 0 5324 8607, 0 5324 1466 Road, Tambon Chang Phuek, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai Tel. 0 5322 6853-6 Fax: 0 5322 6857 EXAMPLES OF TOUR PROGRAM- Opens daily: 9.00 a.m.-8.00 p.m. MES SriketBasketryVillage(กลม่ ศรเี ก ขยนั จกั สาน) Safari Tour 122 Mu 3 Ban Pa Bong, Tambon Pa Bong, 08.00-08.30 Pick up at the hotel by air condi- Amphoe Saraphi (Basketry), Tel. 08 5036 2623 tioned van. Elephant show 45 minutes. Chiang Mai Doll Making Centre (ศูนย์ ลิ Elephant Ridding. (Takes about ก าเชียงใหม่) 187/2 Mu 9 Ban Dong Khilek, 40 minutes or more) Ox Cart Ridding (takes about 30 Tambon Makham Luang, Amphoe San Pa Tong, minutes or more) Tel. 0 5383 7229 Buffet Lunch (included Tea or Coffee and Fruit) Doi Kham ( อยคา) (Products from the royal Bamboo rafting (takes about 35 minutes or more) projects), In Chiang Mai AirportTel. 0 5327 0222 Visit orchid farm and butterfly ext. 2127 In Chiang Mai University Tel. 0 5321 farm (takes about 30 minutes 1673, 0 5321 1656 or more) Transfer to hotel by air condi Hilltribe Products Promotion Foundation tion van. (มลู นธิ สิ ง่ เสรมิ ลิ ั ช์ าวเขา) 21/17NearWatSuan Trekking Tour Dok, Suthep Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang 08.00-08.30 Pick up at the hotel Mai, Tel. 0 5327 7743, 0 5321 2978 (Hilltribe Elephant Riding (Takes about Products) 45 minutes or more) Visit the Waterfall. Boutique Collection (บู ิค คอลเลคชัน) 326 Lunch (Thai menu 1 set) Bamboo rafting (Takes about Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Moi, Amphoe 45 minutes or more depend Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5387 4216 the water’s level) Transfer to hotel. Manisin Antique (ม ศี ลิ ป แอน ิคส์) 289 Tha Phae Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Tel. 0 5327 6586, 0 5328 2047 OTOP Shop (รา้ น อทอป) 29/19 Singharat Road, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai Tel. 0 5322 1174, 0 5322 3164 Fax: 0 5343 7119 Ton Pao Kradat Sa ( ้นเปากร าษสา) 109 Mu 1 Ban Ton Pao, San Kamphaeng, Tel. 0 5333 8877 (Sa Paper Products) Thai Shop ( ทย ชอป) 106 Mu 3 Chiang Mai- San Kamphaeng Road, Amphoe Mueang 50 Chiang Mai