Thai Yai Architectural Style
Although a part of the Lanna region, indigenous Thai Yai or Tai people living there are faced with very cold
Read moreNestled in a deep valley hemmed in by high mountain ranges, 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 its terrain is highly suitable for the training of elephants. Former governors of Chiang Mai used to organise the rounding up of wild elephants which were then trained before being sent to the capital for work. Today, Mae Hong Son is one of the “dream destinations” for visitors who are attracted by its cultural and natural wonders.
Although a part of the Lanna region, indigenous Thai Yai or Tai people living there are faced with very cold
Read moreSituated at the foot of Doi Kong Mu, this monument commemorates the first governor of Mae Hong Son. Phraya Singhanatracha
Read morelocated on a hill to the west of town, is a major provincial landmark. There are two Burmese-style Chedis. The
Read moreAt the foot of Doi Kong Mu is Wat Phra Non which houses a 12-metre long Reclining Buddha in the
Read moreOpposite Wat Phra Non is Wat Kam Ko an old temple built in 1890. A special architectural feature is the
Read moreor Wat Klang Muang on Sihanat Bamrung Road next to the Morning Market was built in 1863. It houses the
Read moreAn old temple, Wat Chong Kham is located on the bank of the swamp Nong Chong Kham and was built
Read moreNext to Wat Chong Kham is Wat Chong Klang where a replica of the Phra Phutthasihing is installed on an
Read moreis located on Highway No.108, about 11 kilometres from town. There are facilities for mineral water bath for health purpose.
Read moreis in Tambon Mo Champae about 17 kilometres from the provincial seat on Route 1095 to Pai district with a
Read moreis situated in a forest in Pang Mapha district some 77 kilometres from town. Here nature has created an exotic
Read moreAnother site where stalactite and stalagmites can be found is the Mae Lana Cave. The stream inside the cave is
Read moreis an exciting and delightful recreation. Mae Pai itself is the longest river of Mae Hong Son originating from mountain
Read moreis a good water route for shooting the rapids. Adventure travel tourists can enjoy the unspoiled scenery along the river
Read moreAt Km. 65 on the Pai-Mae Malai route (No. 1095), there is a turning leading to the headquarters of the
Read moretwo kilometres off Route 1095 at KM. Marker 87, has an average temperature of Celsius. Steam from the spring permeates
Read morelocated at Km. 200 on Highway No 108 has a considerable collection of Thai Yai and other hilltribes handcrafted products.
Read moreis located 7 kilometres from Khun Yuam having a large beautiful Burmese-style Wihan. According to the legend it is said
Read moreThe Dok Bua Tong on Doi Mae U-kho blooms during November painting the entire Khum Yuam district in brilliant yellow
Read moreCovering an area of 721 square Kilometres the Salawin National Park is on the bank of the Salawin river on
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