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Mae Hong Son,
Thailand's second northernmost province, is sheltered by several high
mountains and enjoys a cool climate almost all year round. Mae Hong
Son is located 924 kilometers from Bangkok and can be reached from
Chiang Mai either by Highway No.108 via Mae Sariang, 349 kilometers,
or Highway No.1095 via Pai Introduction which shortens the distance
to some 245 kilometers. Mae Hong Son is bordered by the Union of Myanmar
(Burma) to the north and the west, and a strong Burmese influence
can be seen in the province's temples and buildings. The population
of Mae Hong Son include Thai Yai (or Shan) and various hilltribes
such as Karen, Hmong, Lahu, Lua and Lisu, scattering in the districts.
Mae Hong Son covers an area of 12,681 square kilometers and is administratively
divided into 7 districts (Amphoe) namely : Muang, Pai, Khun Yuam,
Mae La Noi, Mae Sariang, Sop Moei and Pang Mapha. |
 Wild-Sunflower
Field, Doi Mae U-Kho
covers a large mountainous area
in Tambon Mae U-Kho, some 26 Kilometers from the district. The
wild-sunflowers called in Thai "Bua Tong" are in full bloom
during November which make the hills and surrounding areas look
like plated with gold. |
 Wat
Phra That Doi Kong Mu
Numerous Burmese-style temples
can be seen. These include the hilltop Wat Phra That Doi Kong
Mu which dominates the provincial city. Constructed by Phraya
Singhanat- racha, the first King of Mae Hong Son, the hilltop
temple affords a wonderful view of the city and surrounding
mountains and valleys. |
 Long-necked
Karen
Long-neckd Karen is one of symbol
and attractive of Mae Hong Son's tourism site |
 Huai
Nam Dang National Park
The area, stretching out as far
as Amphoe Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai, is planted with flowers and
trees of cold weather zone which contribute to its scenic landscape.
It is accessible by travelling along the Highway No.1095 from
Amphoe Pai to the east about 60 kilometers and taking a left
turn for another 6 kilometers. |
 Nam
Tok Mae Surin National Park
is situated another
11 kilometers away from Doi Mae U-Kho. Mae Surin Waterfall is
80 meters high and can be seen from the view point at the national
park office. The forest here still maintains its natural abundance.
Visitors are required to carry their own tents for an overnight
stay. Its peak season falls in November to April. |
 Wat
Chong Klang and Wat Chong Kham
These two monasteries
share the same compound. Apart from the glass paintings depicting
Buddhism and simple lifestyle of the villagers which draw
much attention from visitors, there are over 30 wood carving
dolls taken from Myanmar about the past century.
 Wat
Chong Klang
Next to Wat Chong Kham is Wat Chong Klang where a replica
of the Phra Phuttha Sihing is installed on an altar. There
are several interesting items such as More...
Major
Events
Chong Phara Procession
The Chong
Phara in the Thai Yai dialect means a castle made of wood,
covered with colourful perforated papers and decorated with
fruits, flags and lamps. More...
Bua Tong
Blossom Festival
Each
year in November, the hillsides of Khun Yuam and Mae Sariang
districts are filled with a host of golden Bua Tong Blooms.
As gay as a daisy and almost as large as a sunflower, more...
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| maehongson.go.th |
The
official website of the Governor of Mae Hong Son |
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