Attraction Other
in Chiang Mai Thailand
Phrao district
Si Lanna National Park
This national park has an abundance of wildlife and verdant forests,
which are the sources of various tributaries of the Mae Ping River.
The park covers a mountainous area of 260,800 acres in Phrao, Mae
Taeng, and Chiang Dao Districts. Attractions within the park include
Namtok Mon Hin Lai, Nae Ngat Sombun Chon Dam, Pha Daeng Cave, etc.
Getting to the ranger office is easy, drive along Highway No. 107
(Chiang Mai-Fang route), and then turn right to Sombun Chon Reservoir
and proceed for 12 kilometers.
Samoeng district
Bo Kaeo Botanic Research Station
This station, which plants pine and eucalyptus on an area of 828
acres, has a cool and moist climate throughout the year.
San Kamphaeng district
San Kamphaeng 
The village is located 13 kilometers the east of Chiang Mai town
in a district that is famous for silk and a cotton weaving. The
silk and cotton souvenirs produced in this village are high quality.
Factories and souvenir shops selling woodcarving, silverware, earth
ware, lacquer ware and cotton fabrics are located along the way
from Chiang Mai to San Kamphaeng.
Located in San Kamphaeng is Bo Sang a village that produces handmade
umbrellas. In addition to umbrellas, visitors will also be able
to find various woodcarving and Thai silk products here.
San Kamphaeng Hot Springs
The hot springs set amidst natural surroundings of trees and verdant
hills, are located 36 kilometers from town. The water is high in
sulphur content and possesses curative and restorative properties.
Basic facilities for tourist available are accommodations, a swimming
pool, dining facilities and separate mineral water bathing rooms.
San Pa Tong district
Phra Borom That Saen Hai
This temple is situated in Wiang Haeng, San Pa Tong District, which
can be dated back to the early Buddhist times, was renovated in
1914. The pagoda is a unique blend of Myanmar and Lanna Thai architecture.
According to the legend, King Naresuan the Great rested his troops
here and built a pool at the foot of the hill for his use and that
of his elephants.
Wiang Tha Kan
Built before reign of King Meng Rai, this ancient walled city can
be dated back to the Hariphunchai period. During excavations, sandstone
and earthen Buddha images, earthen amulets, brown jars with bones
and Chinese porcelains from the Yuan Dynasty (1280-1368) were found
in the area. Don't miss out on a chance to visit the well preserved
ruins the pagoda and the foundations of the vihan, which are constructed
from bricks and laterite. Wiang Tha Kan is located about 34 kilometers
to the south of Chiang Mai along Highway No.108.
San Sai district
Maejo University
Location: Nong Han sub-district, San Sai District, Chiang Mai 50120.
Tel. 053 498148-9. Fax. 053 498151
The research and studies area in Maejo University which is open
to visitors include the orchid garden, flower plots, flowering plant
research plots, non-chemical vegetable plots, mushroom shed, experimental
field crop plots, aquatic animal breeding, etc. Lecturing services
along a touring route is provided upon advanced request. A shop
selling agricultural produce is also available.
Saraphi district
Chiang Mai Healthy Products Company Limited
Location: 193 Mu 2, Chiang Mai Lampang Road, Saraphi sub-district,
Chiang Mai 50140. Tel. 053 420568 69; Fax. 053 420570.
This company is a well-known honey-product producer. While spending
time here, visit a demonstration apiary and see bee-keeping equipment
as well as observe the honey processing and packaging procedures
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