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Chiang
Mai :
Attractions / Tour Routes |
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| Mae Taeng - Chiang Dao -
Fang Route (Highway 107) |
| Hilltribe
Museum |
| (Ratchamangkla Park on Chotana Road / Route
107)
The 3-storey museum houses a large collection
of handicrafts, costumes, ornaments, household
utensils, agricultural tools and other objects
as well as various informative displays concerning
the life, culture, traditions and beliefs of each
of the major hilltribes in Thailand. There is
also an exhibition on activities relating to hilltribes
which are initiated by the royal family. Slide
and video presentations are also available.
Monday to Friday, from 09.00 - 16.00 hrs.
Tel. 0 5321 0872, 0 5322 1933
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พิพิธภัณฑ์ชาวเขา |
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| Taeng
Dao Elephant Camp |
| (Km. 56 on Route 107)
The camp features daily shows of elephant at
works, from 9 a.m. and offers elephant rides.
Due to its natural surroundings, rafting and jungle
trekking to nearby hilltribe villages are also
offered.
For taxi : ปางช้างแตงดาว
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| Chiang
Dao Cave |
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(Km. 72 on Route 107)
Being part of Doi Chiang Dao mountain, this well-known
cave complex is about 10 km. long. The cave where
some Buddha images are enshrined, is illuminated
by electric lights. The deep recesses which have
no light fixtures, can be explored with local guides
and lanterns. The local legend that this cave was
once the home of a hermit for a thousand years,
adds more attraction to the cave.
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| Mountain
Biking in Chiang Dao |
| Chiang Dao provides also some of the most spectacular
trails in northern Thailand. Along its many real
off-road trails, visitors will enjoy the beautiful
landscape as well as the scenes of peaceful small
villages and ethnic hilltribes. |
| Doi
Ang Khang |
| (163 km. north of Chiang Mai town off Route
107)
This royal agricultural station is situated among
beautiful mountainous scenery. With a cool climate
year round, this 1300-metre high mountain is a
demonstration site for planting and researching
temperate flowers, fruits and vegetables under
the royal patronage of the King. Besides, visitors
can visit several hilltribe villages on the slopes.
Trekking and mountain biking on some interesting
trails can also be made in the area.
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| Fang Hot
Springs |
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(Route 1089, 8 km. northwest of Fang
District)
In an area of 10 acres amid a forest setting, there
are over 50 hot springs, some of which boil continuously
with a strong smell of sulphur. This place is frequented
by Thai tourists on weekends.
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| Tha
Ton |
Tha Ton, a village of Mae Ai County about 160
km. north of Chiang Mai town, is the starting point
of the beautiful Kok River which flows along to
Chiang Rai. As a small tourist spot, there are restaurants,
souvenir shops and accommodations lining on the
bendy banks of the river.
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| Kok
River Trip to Chiang Rai |
| Taking a long-tail boat down to Chiang Rai to
view the peaceful life along the river is a very
interesting activity though some may find a raft
trip more exciting. The regular passenger boat leaves
Tha Ton at 12.30 p.m. daily and arrives at Chiang
Rai at about 4 p.m. |
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Besides raft trips, treks to many hilltribe settlements
can be arranged by travel agents as well.
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| Wat
Tha Ton |
This big old temple is situated on the lush hill
by the Kok River. In the scenic temple grounds,
there are schools for monks and young boys, a treatment
centre for drug addicts and a hilltribe support
unit. Its shrine on the hilltop provides good views
of the beautiful surroundings and the river below.
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| Huai Nam Dang National Park |
| The sea of mist at Huai Nam Dang National
Park is number one for many people due to its splendid
sunrise vista. When you stand at the well-known Doi
Kiew Lom View Point at dawn and look to the east, you
will see Mount Doi Chiang Dao sets itself as a perfect
background of an impressive misty mountainous scenery
and the sunrise. If you are lucky, the white lingering
mist will be so thick and displays a spectacular "sea
of mist" before your eyes. Besides the breathtaking
view, the fresh, cool and romantic atmosphere also help
place a joyous expression onto all beholders' faces
even though they have to wake up before 5.00 a.m. |
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A misty morning at
Huai Nam
Dang |
Colourful flowers on
Huai Nam
Dang Hill |
Huai Nam Dang straddles Mae Taeng County in Chiang
Mai and Pai County in Mae Hong Son. The park highlights
several interesting spots such as Huai Nam Dang Waterfall
and Pong Duead Hot Spring.
Recommended period: November-February
To get there: From Chiang Mai, use
Highway 107. Drive about 37 km to Mae Malai Market,
from where Highway 1095 turns left and head for the
hills for about 65 km. Then a right turn leads just
6 km from the park checkpoint to the headquarters.
For more information, please contact Huai Nam Dang National Park Moo 5,
Kuetchang Sub-county, Mae Taeng County, Chiang Mai,
Tel & Fax: 0 5324 8491.
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| Doi
Pha Hom Pok |
Doi Pha Hom Pok straddling Fang
and Mae Ai Counties in Chiang Mai Province is
well known for its year-round cool climate and
scenic views of hills shrouded in mist. The verdant
forest here is a natural habitat for various species
of butterflies and birds. Purple cochoa and brown-breasted
bulbul are commonly found. Red-throated thrush,
grey-wiged blackbird, and chestnut thrush also
winter here. The area is popular for bird watching
and camping. Getting to the summit from Kiu Lom
Camp Site takes about 2 days and 1 night by hiking
through the forest. Please contact Mae Fang National
Park Office before traveling since a guide is
needed.
(Photo by courtesy
of TAT)
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(Photo by courtesy
of TAT)
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How to Get There
From Chiang Mai, use Highway 107 to Fang County.
When reaching the junction turn left and keep going
for 9 km. There are clear road signs telling the
direction to the Mae Fang National Park Office.
From there, you can hire a 4WD vehicle to the track’s
starting point at 1,500 baht. Air-conditioned buses
from Bangkok to Fang and Chiang Mai to Fang are
available. And from Fang, there are shuttle services
to the National Park Office. For more information,
please contact Mae Fang National Park Office on
tel. +66 (0) 5345 1441#302
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| Mount Doi Chiang Dao |
Mount Doi Chiang Dao is the third highest
mountain of the country with a height of 2,195 metres
above average sea level. Why should you see the sea
of mist here? This is because when you are at the mountain
top you will have a superb 360° panoramic view.
While the puffy mist circles the mount you stand on,
it is just like you are on cloud nine.
Doi Chiang Dao
(Photos
by courtesy of TAT) |
Doi Chiang Dao
(Photos
by courtesy of TAT) |
And since reaching
the top of Mount Doi Chiang Dao is a 7-hour arduous
walk which not only requires a determined mind but also
a strong body, not many people go there to enjoy the
sea of mist. So it is not crowded. What's more, if you
go there at the right time, chances are you can see
frost. You have to stay overnight there and don't forget
to bring a tent.
Mount Doi Chiang Dao features the sub-alpine vegetables,
some 50 species of which are found only in Thailand.
So, it is an excellent site for botanists and plant
enthusiasts.
Recommended period: November-February
To get there: From Chiang Mai, drive along Highway 107,
passing Mae Rim and Mae Taeng Counties. Then you will
reach Chiang Dao County. (68 km). After that, drive
past Chiang Dao Inn Hotel, and you will see the entrance
to Chiang Dao Forest Park. Go ahead, follow the sign
posts for about 7 km.
For more information,
please contact Chiang Dao Wildlife Sanctuary Chiang Dao County, Chiang Mai, Tel & Fax: 0 5345
5802. (at least 15 days in advance)
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