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Chiang mai
Chiang Mai is Thailand’s second largest city, but in terms of quality of living, tourist attractions and development potential, it’s second to none in Southeast-Asia. The city is famous for her friendly people, beautiful women, refined handicrafts, cool climate and stunning mountain scenery. The city is located in a valley on the banks of the river Ping. West of the city is the holy hill of Doi Suthep that is crowned with the temple Wat Prathat. More than three-hundred temples, among them some of the most beautiful and revered in the entire Buddhist world, give the city an atmosphere of calmness and timeless elegance.
If you arrive by plane one of the first things you see after the plane has landed is the high green hill to the left of the runway with the sparkling golden temple roofs. The city is surrounded by hills and mountains that are lower extremities of the foothills of the Himalaya. The mountains are covered with vast teak forests, where elephants are still working in the woodcutter camps (although more and more of them are being replaced by modern machinery). Chiang Mai was a quiet and peaceful place until the late 1960s, when the first industrial plants were built and many of the pretty old teakwood houses were replaced by modern concrete buildings and skyscrapers.
Chiang mai Attractions
Wat Phra Singh
Wat Suan Dok
Wat Chiang Man
Wat Chedi Luang
Wat Chet Yot
Wat U-Mong
Wat Ku Tao
Chiang Mai National Museum
Doi Inthanon National Park
Mae Klang Waterfall
Borichinda Cave
Mae Ya Waterfall
Ob Luang Gorge
National Parks
Chiangmai Green Valley
Lamphun Golf Club
Lanna Golf Club
Royal Chiangmai Golf Resort
Festivals in Chiang mai
January
Bo Sang Umbrella Fair & San Kamphaeng Handicrafts Festival
Bo Sang Village, Chiang Mai
Tawai Village Wood Carving Fair
February
Flower Carniva
Makha Buccha Day
April
Chaing Mai Songkran And Lannathai Festival
Chaing Mai Great Arts And Culture Festival
May
Visakha Bucha
June
Intakin Festival
July
Asalha Puja
August
H.M. The Queen’s Birthday Celebrations
September
Salakpatt
October
Auk Pansa
November
Loy Krathong or Yi Peng
December
H.M. The King’s Birthday Celebrations
Chiang Mai Food Festival
Chiang Mai Winter Fair
Chiang rai
Chiang Rai was founded in 1262 by King Meng Rai and was the first capital of Lanna Thai (Kingdom of a Million Rice fields). The province contains Thailand’s northernmost point at Mae Sai which is well known for its crisp mountain scenery, and hilltribes. The province of Chiang Rai, lies in the heart of the fabled Golden Triangle, the area where the borders of Thailand, Burma (Myanmar) and Laos converge. The province contains Thailand’s northernmost point at Mae Sai which is well known for its crisp mountain scenery, and hill tribes. North Chiang Rai and falls within the region known as the Golden Triangle, the area where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos converge. The scenery is among the most beautiful of Thailand and one of the best things about Chiang Rai province is its rich cultural diversity - lots of different ethnic communities - various hill tribes, Thais, ancient aboriginal people like the Lawa or Khamu, Shans, Lao, Chinese, and Mon, they all live peacefully and friction free together.
Chiang rai Festivals:
Doi Tung Blossom Festival
Mekong Frendship Festival
Tea Exhibition
Chiang Rai Lychee Fair
Chiang rai Attractions
King Meng Rai the Great Monument
Ku Phra Chao Meng Rai
Wat Phra That Doi Thong
Wat Phra Singha
Wat Phra Kaew
Haad Chiang Rai
Mae Kok River
Khun Korn Forest Park Waterfall
Kamphaeng phet
Kamphaeng Phet is an important place for Thai history buffs and an ideal getaway for anyone wanting to well and truly escape the crowds and relax in a small Thai city. Geographically located in the Lower North on the bank of the Ping River, Kamphaeng Phet is 358 kilometres from Bangkok. To its East are riverine flatlands while the western areas are made up of high mountains lush with fertile forests where a number of national parks have been established. It is administratively divided into 7 Amphoes and 2 King Amphoes : Muang, Phran Katai, Khlong Khlung, Khanu Woralaksaburi, Sai Ngam, Lan Krabu, Khlong Lan, King Amphoe Thung Sai, and Pang Sila Thong. Areas along the river bank at present-day Mueang district used to host several ancient towns which had played a major role as strategic front-line frontiers since Sukhothai was the kingdom’s capital down through the times of Ayutthaya and early Rattanakosin (Bangkok) eras. In fact, the name Kamphaeng Phet actually means as strong as walls or forts make of diamonds.
Kamphaeng phet Attractions
Hot Well
Kaeng Ko Roi
Kaeng Pa Nang Koy rapids
Kamphaeng Phet Town
Kamphaengphet Historical Park
Khao Kradan
Khao Panang Cave
Klong Lan National Park
Klong Lan Waterfall
Klong Nam Lai or Pang Kwai Waterfall
Klong Pong Waterfall
Klong Samo Kluay Waterfall
Klong Wang Chao National Park
Klong Wang Chao Waterfall
Km. 81 Viewpoint
Km. 93 Chong Yen
Mae Rewa Waterfall
Mae Gee Waterfall
Mae Kra Sa Waterfall
Mae Wong National Park
Mokoju Peak
Nan Kao Roo
Pak Klong Nakiri
Pha Klom
Pong Gas
Tao Dam Waterfall
Tham ThepPhaNom
Lampang
The provincial capital of Lampang is a mid-sized Thai city which superficially doesn’t offer much to travellers but upon closer inspection is home to some outstanding guesthouses, bars and restaurants along and a handful of sights. Lampang boasts a long history of human settlements on the Wang River basin, some of which dating back to more than 1,000 years. It is rich in archaeological evidence reflecting ancient civilisations of Hariphunchai, Lanna and Burma. Lumpang, is situated on the right bank of Mae Nam Wang and lies 599 kilometers north of Bangkok at the junction of highways of Chiang Rai Chiang Mai, with an area of 12,543 sq.kms.It is administratively divided into 13 Amphoes : Muang, Chae Hom, Hang Chat, Ko Kha, Mae Mo, Mae Phrik, Mae Tha, Ngao, Soem Ngam, Sop Prap, Thoen, Wang Nua, and Muang Pan.
Lampang Attractions
Chae Son National Park
Chao Pho Pratu Pha Shrine
Doi Khuntan National Park
Kiu Lom Dam and Reservior.
Tham Pha Thai Forest
The Center
The Elephant Conservation Centre
Wat Chedi Sao (Temple of Twenty Chedis)
Wat Phra Kaeo Don Tao
Wat Phrathat Chom Ping
Wat Phrathat Lampang Luang
Wat Sichum
Festivals and Events in Lampang
Elephant Khantoke Fair (First Friday and Saturday of February)
Horse carriage day (1 April)
Salung Luang Festival (12 April)
Song Kran Festival (12-14 April)
City Pillar celebration (May)
Loy Krathong Festival (November)
Kiu Lom Rafting day (November)
Ceramic Fair (December)
Blooming Flower day (December)
Winter’s Fair (December)
Lamphun
Lamphun often plays poor step-sister to Chiang Mai, just 26 kilometers away. Even though its older than Chiang Mai by about 500 years and is the capital of its own province, the town is generally only visited as a day trip from Chiang Mai. It is a small town, with some significant sights, but there really isn’t much here to occupy you for more than a day. Today, Lamphun still retain its enchanting ambience of a small but old community. It is some 670 kilometers from Bangkok and only 26 kilometers from Chiang Mai. Located on the bank of the Kuang River, its attractions include ancient sites and relics as well as forests and mountains and delightful lakes. Lamphun is the most famous producer of longans. Today the province is rather calmer, and although it may be a tempting place to relax for a few days outside Chiang Mai, the lack of decent hotels makes it a better day-trip destination.
Lamphun Attractions
Ban Hong
Doi Wiang Kaew Forest Park
High Mountains
Huai Tham
Kaeng Koh
Khuntan Railway Tunnel
Koh Luang Waterfall
Lamphun Town
Mae Long Waterfall
Mae Ping National Park
Pha Dam-Pha Daeng
Tard Mai Waterfall
Thung Kik
Yang Wee Cave
Mae Hong Son
Mae Hong Son has long been isolated from the outside world. Virtually covered with mist throughout the year, the name refers to the fact that is terrain is highly suitable for the training of elephants. Various ethnic groups are scattered throughout the province, including Karen, Lisu and Lahu, and guided treks from Mae Hong Son pass through their villages. Some are near the town and easy enough to reach by yourself. Of all the hill tribes, the long-necked women of the Padaung from Myanmar are probably the most photographed: they wear brass coils that make their necks and limbs appear unusually long.
Distances from Mae Hong Son town (Amphoe Muang) to the other districts:
Amphoe Pang Mapha 64 kms.
Amphoe Khun Yuam 67 kms.
Amphoe Pai 111 kms.
Amphoe Mae La Noi 134 kms.
Amphoe Mae Sariang 164 kms.
Amphoe Sop Moei 192 kms.
Mae Hong Son Attractions
Wat Phrathat Doi Kong Mu
Wat Hua Wiang
Wat Chong Khum
Wat Phra Non
Pha Bong Dam
Pha Bong and Nam Hu Hai Chai Springs
Tribal Development and Assistance Center
Wat Kitti Wong
Mae Hu and Mae La Ka Hot Springs
Wat Moi To
Tham Pla Forest Park
Pha Sua Waterfall
Meo Tribal Village
Lot Cave Forest Park
Nakhon sawan
Nakhon Sawan is in the lower northern part of the country between the North and the Central Region. It is regarded as “the doorway to the North” and it is the hub of transportation in the Lower North. Nakhon Sawan has many scenic attractions and is noted for its large marsh area “Bung Boraphet” which abounds with “Sua” fish, a special delicacy of the Thai people. Covering an area of 9,597.7 square kilometers, Nakhon Sawan is located 240 kms. from Bangkok, and administratively divided into 12 Amphoes and 1 King Amphoe : Muang, Nong Bua, Chumsaeng, Baphot Phisai, Latyao, Phayuha Khiri, Krok Phra, Tha Tako, Takhil, Phaisali, Takfa, Kao Lieo and King Amphoe Mae Wong. buildings. Nakhon Sawan is in the lower northern part of the country between the North and the Central Region. It is regarded as “the doorway to the North” and it is the hub of transportation in the Lower North.
Nakhon sawan Attractions
Boh Ya Cave
Bung Boraphet
Dawdung Cave
Khao Luang Forest Park
Khao Luang Summit
Khao Phra Cave
Nakhon Sawan Town
Pradap Petch Cave
Prakai Petch Cave
Thampetch-Thamthong Forest Park
Wang Khai Muk Cave
Wat Chansen Museum
Nan
Nan nestles in a verdant valley in northern Thailand. About 668 kilometres from Bangkok, it covers an area of 11,472 square kilometres and is made up of the following districts: Muang, Wiang Sa, Na Noi, Pua, Chiang Klang, Tha Wang Pha, Thung Chang, Mae Charim, Ban Luang, Na Mun, Santi Suk, Bo Klua, Chaloem Phra Kiat, Song Khwae, and Phu Phiang. The people of Nan descend from the Lan Changs (Laotians). Their forebears moved to settle around present-day Pua district which is rich in rock salt deposits, about 700 years ago at the time when Sukhothai was becoming the kingdom of the Thais.
Distances from Amphoe Mueang to Other Districts :
Tha Wang Pha 43 kilometres
Na Noi 60 kilometres
Bo Kluea 133 kilometres
Pua 60 kilometres
Wiang Sa 25 kilometres
Santi Suk 32 kilometres
Chiang Klang 76 kilometres
Thung Chang 86 kilometres
Na Muen 80 kilometres
Ban Luang 45 kilometres
Mae Charim 38 kilometres
Song Khwae 75 kilometres
Nan Attractions
Baan Den Waterfall
Baan Namki Artesian Spring
Bor Nam Thip Cave
Cave
Doi Mork Waterfall
Doi Pha Choo View Point
Doi Phuka National Park
Doi Phukha National Park
Habitations for Pi Tong Leung Tribe
Hongwiangchan Waterfall
Huai Ha Waterfall
Huai Prig Waterfall
Huai Tee Waterfall
Huai-had Waterfall or Baan-yod Waterfall
Jedi Keaw Cave
Kaeng Luang
Khon Cave
Khun Nan National Park
Mae Charim National Park
Mountain and view Doi Phu Ka
Nan Town
Nature Trail
Nong Nan Forest
Nunthaburi National Park
Pak Nai
Palan Hin rock garden and cliff
Pha Tub Cave
Phra Cave
Roadside Scenery
Santisuk Waterfall
Sao-din and Cok-sua
Sapun Waterfall
Song Kwae Waterfall
Srinan National Park
Tad Fa Rong Waterfall
Tham Luang Sa-kern
Tham Pla-kang
Tham Sa-Kern National Park
Tharn Lod
The Ancient Palm (caryota sp.)
The Route for Rafting (by an inflatable raft) on the Wa River
View Point
Waterfalls
Phayao
Phayao province was administratively separated from Chiang Rai in 1977 but in the past has also been an autonomous city-state, though generally under the tutelage of one of its more powerful neighbours. Phayao is a peaceful province. Though with only modest facilities and conveniences, it is an enchanting community with delightful natural beauty and fascinating religious sites. Phayao has an overall area of 6,355 square kilometers and is administratively divided into 7 Amphoes (Districts) and 2 King Amphoes (Subdistricts).: Amphoe Muang, Chun, Chiang Kham, Chiang Muan, Dok Kham Tai, Pong, Mae Chai, King Amphoe Phu Kam Yao and King Amphoe Phu Sang. Phayao is located 690 kilometers from Bangkok.
Distance from Phayao city to its districts
Chiang Kham82 kms.
Chiang Muan 84 kms.
Chun 50 kms.
Dok Kham Tai 16 kms
Mae Chai 22 kms.
Pong 80 kms.
Phu Sang Subdistrict 102 kms.
Phayao Attraction
Bo Num Sub Aun Phu Zang
Doi Hua Ling
Doi Ngam (Doi Hua-ngom)
Doi Pha Dum
Doi Phu Lang Ka
Doi Phu Nang National Park
Doi Phu Nom
Kwan Phayao
Mae-puem National Park
Mae-puem Reservoir
Na-bua Waterfall
Phang-ta
Phayao Town
Phu Lang Ka Forest Park
Phu Sang National Park
Phu Sang Waterfall
Tham Nam Lod
Tham Num Dun
Tham Pha Daeng
Thansawan Waterfall
The Route for Natural Study
Wat Si Khom Kham
Phetchabun
Phetchabun, an ancient city with several interesting and important places such as Wat Mahathat and Si Thep Historical Park, has always proposed throughout her history. At present, it is famous for the fertile land for cultivation. The central part of the province is on the Pa Sak river basin with mountain ranges running along both the western and eastern sectors. Because of the fertility of the land, Phetchabun has always been an agriculturally productive area. Phichit is divided in to 8 Amphoes : Muang, Bang Mun Nak, Pho Prathap Chang, Pho Thale, Sam Ngam, Taphan Hin, Tap Khlo and Wang Sai Phun. and it is 344 kilometers north of Bangkok.
Distances from Amphoe Muang to Other Districts :
Lom Sak 44 kilometres
Khao Kho 47 kilometres
Chon Daen 52 kilometres
Lom Kao 55 kilometres
Nong Phai 56 kilometres
Wang Pong 70 kilometres
Bueng Sam Phan 83 kilometres
Wichian Buri 106 kilometres
Si Thep 123 kilometres
Nam Nao 140 kilometres
Phetchabun Attractions
First Nature trail
Forest of Changing Colour
Heaw Sai Waterfall
Khao Kho
Nam Nao National Park
Pha Lom Pha Kong
Phetchabun Town
Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park
Phu Khor View Point
Phu Pha Jit (Phu Dan E Pong)
Sai Thong Waterfall
Second Nature trail :
Song Nang Waterfall
Suan Son Dong Bag view Point
Suan Son Phu Goom Kow View Point
Tad Mhok Waterfall
Tad Pran Ba Waterfall
Tam Par Hong View Point
Tam Yai Nam Nao Cave
Tat Mhok National Park
Than Tip Waterfall Forest Park
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