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NORTHERN THAILAND

 POINTS OF INTEREST

Temples

 

Northern Thailand has hundreds of sacred places and temples. Here are a few of interest:

  • Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu 

  • Guan Yin Shrine-Mae Hong Son

  • Wat Chalermprakiat (on right)

  • Wat Rong Khun

 

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Sutongpe Bridge

 

  • A Bamboo bridge across the Rice fields of Mae Hong Son

  • Used daily by locals and seen as a source of pride

 

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Long Neck Village

 

  • Located in  Mae Hong Son Province

  • Home to the Kayan Ethnic Group

  • The women of the "Karen People" are often seen as unique for their tradition of elongating their neck with the help of brass rings

 

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Pai

 

  • A small town with beautiful and picturesque surroundings

  • Local attractions include waterfalls, Pai Canyon, piranha fishing, tubing, and more

 

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Mae Hong Son Loop

 

  • A popular drive through Mae Hong Son that travels through the countryside and mountains

  • Explore waterfalls, small towns, and winding roads along the way

 

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Lod Cave

 

  • Found in Mae Hong Son

  • Often referred to as the "Spirit Cave", this cave was once inhabited by the Hoabinhian hunting tribe (900 BC to 5500BC)

  •  A series of 3 caves full of stalactites and stalagmites

  • Open for self-exploration, guided tours, and boat rides

 

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Handicraft Village

 

  • Located in Chiang Mai

  • Shop thousands of hand made crafts including woodcarvings, umbrellas, gems, silverware, and much more

  • See how such crafts are made or shop around for you own bargains

 

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Sukhothai Historical Park

 

  • Located in Sukhothai province

  • Ancient temples that date back to the 13th and 14th centuries

  • A UNESCO World Heritage site

  • Take a tour and learn what like was like before the temples fell to ruins

 

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