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Thailand Travel - Regions of Thailand - The North
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Click here for a selection of hotels in the Northern region |
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Breathtaking views over jungle covered hills bathed in morning mist,
plunging valleys, and a different cultural personality characterizes
Thailand' s northern region.
Much the area has now been designated national park with a logging ban
and wildlife sanctuaries to preserve the rich variety of wildlife including
elephants, tigers and exotic birds. A place for adventure, there are
excellent opportunities for hiking, elephant trekking, river rafting,
mountain-biking or simply sightseeing. The north also holds a key position
in Thai history. In Chiang Mai, the old city walls together with 13th
century temples and sculptures, still remain, a legacy of its former glory
as capital of the Lanna Thai kingdom.
The northern hills which stretch beyond Thailand to Burma in the West and
Laos in the east, form no boundaries for the ethnic hill tribes who live in
small villages scattered across the ridges and valleys, adding to the rich
culture of the region.
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Chiang Mai is named the "Rose of the North" for the abundance of
flowers that thrive in the cooler mountain climate. The surrounding of
the city is blessed with an outstanding beauty in nature. If you want to
get away from busy Bangkok, but still want to stay in a big city with
lots of traffic Chiang Mai is a very good choice. Handicrafts of silk,
silver and wood are timeless souvenirs for visitors from all over the
globe. Along with all this, a wide variety of accommodations,
restaurants and entertainment all help to make Chiang Mai one of
Thailand's prime tourist attractions.
Perhaps the best thing about Chiang Mai for visitors is that with a
small amount of research and effort it is easy to find great places
outside of the city offering trekking, tours, and locations which are
what Northern Thailand is really about. Chiang Dao,
Pai, Soppong, Mae
Salong, Mae Hong Song, Chiang Saen and Mae Chaem are just a few of the
gems awaiting the discerning traveler.
Much smaller and quieter than Chiang Mai, this provincial town close to
the Golden Triangle (where the borders of Myanmar (Burma) Thailand and Laos
meet) makes a good base for some of the more remote trekking areas. In the
town, there's a smaller "night bazaar" similar to Chiang Mai and a few low
key entertainment areas.
The northernmost province, Chiang Rai is 785 km north of Bangkok and is 580
m above sea level. It is one of the more rural parts of Thailand, where
natural jungle and farm lands cover much of the landscape. The more
mountainous areas, where many crops won't survive have over the past, given
their lands to the cultivation of poppies, which were used in the making of
opium and until recently this was Chiang Rai's main source of income other
than tourism. This trade, due to the clamping down of law enforcement in the
area, is now all but gone and Mayanma (Burma) and Laos are now the prime
producers this narcotic, though the area is still considered part of the
famed 'Golden Triangle'.
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Mae Hong Son
Thailand's second northern most province, is sheltered by several high
mountains and enjoys a cool climate almost all year round.
Mae Hong Son is
approximately 924 kilometers from Bangkok and can be reached from Chiang
Mai. 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 and
various hill tribes such as Karen, Hmong, Lahu, Lua and Lisu, scattering in
the districts.
 Mae Hong Son and Long-Necked Hilltribe
If you're interested in history and culture, this tour is for you! Mae Hong
Son, arguably the most picturesque and peaceful town in Thailand, is set in
a valley surrounded by high hills 229 miles west of Chiang Mai. Travel to
Thai/Burma border to visit Padong Long-Neck Hilltribe - their mysterious
culture will truly amaze you. Come see for yourself!
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 Imperial Tara Hotel Mae Hong Son 
The Imperial Tara Mae Hong Son Hotel is located in a teakwood forest on the edge
of a town. A short distance from the hotel is the rare delights of Mae Hong Son,
a town lost in the mists of time, whose shops and market specialise in local
handicrafts and other wares. Beyond the valley are forests and mountains, which
are home to people who roam these ancient lands between Thailand and hill tribe
Myanmar. The 104-rooms at the hotel have been carefully designed in a
traditional Thai hospitality that blends with its surroundings. The low-rise
buildings are below the height of the tall trees and the terrace looks out over
a splendid garden intersected by a rippling stream. Here guests can escape to
the remote beauty of mountainous northwestern corner of Thailand.
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Lampang
The charming, old world culture of Lampang has epitomized the
peacefulness of Northern Thailand for over 1,300 years. In no other city in
Thailand do horsedrawn carriages continue to beautify the scenery of
everyday life. Lampang offers many attractions including the Young Elephant
Training Centre, which is the largest elephant preservation center in
Thailand and the only training school for baby elephants in the world, as
well as the magnificent Jae Sorn waterfall and hot springs. Also included
are the elegant ceramics which are made locally and praised throughout
Thailand. Lampang has one of Thailand oldest temples, Phratat Lampang Luang
Temple , cherished for its antiquity and unique artwork. The temple compound
is now all that remains of this landmark once a fortress city that
flourished over a millennium ago. Come and share in the ambivalence of
Lampang warm, smiling people.
 Wiengthong Hotel Lampang
Come and discover Wiengthong Hotel Lampang, where ancient
culture prevails and the refined, highly personalized service is sure to delight
and enchant you. Located on Phaholyothin Road in Lampang, the property is placed
in a soothing environment. The property boasts 235 exquisitely appointed guest
rooms that are facilitated with a host of modern amenities. Guests can dine in
the relaxed atmosphere of the onsite restaurant that serves a variety of
delicacies. Wiengthong Hotel also offers conference and banqueting facilities to
cater comfortably for up to 1500 people. Furthermore, guests can take a relaxing
swim in the pool during their free time.
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Hotels in Lampang |
Sukhothai
Sukhothai, meaning the ''Dawn of Happiness'' was the first free Thai city
founded in 1238, by two Thai chieftains, Khun Bang Klang Tao and Khun Pa
Muang , this ending Khmer rule from Angkor Wat. In the early 1300s,
Sukhothai enjoyed suzeranity over the Chao Phya River basin, westward to the
bay of Bengal and the entire Peninsula.
The state that is still regarded by Thai historical tradition as the "
first Thai Kingdom " was Sukhothai, There were, in fact, contemporaneous
Thai states such as Lanna and Phayao, both in present-day northern Thailand,
but the Thai historical imagination has been most stirred by Sukhothai. Even
today, the evocative ruins of Sukhothai and its twin city Si Satchanalai
conjure up images of material prosperity, artistic greatness, and serene
Buddhist piety. Indeed, Sukhothai is remembered as much for its art and
architecture as for its political achievements.
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 Pailyn Hotel Sukhothai
Pailyn Hotel Sukhothai is located 4 kilometres from the National Historical
Park and 8 kilometres from the town centre. The hotel has comfortable and
well furnished rooms that are equipped with standard amenities. You can
taste the delicious dishes or listen to the music in the Trapangthong Coffee
House. You can also relish Thai, Chinese or European food at the on-site
Supankanlaya Restaurant. Hotel facilities further include discotheque,
swimming pool, sauna, traditional Thai massage and beauty salon amongst
others. Click here for more information and Booking Details » Click here for
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Northern Thailand, also being the communication center of the North, having
an Asian Highway passing through Myanmar - Thai border into Thailand at
Amphoe Mae Sot, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok towards Northeastern Thailand
entering Laos at Chong Mek pass of Ubon Ratchathani.
 Umphang
is located in the Eastern Thungyai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary. The Thungyai
Naresuan jungle is composed of piled-up mountains, which are part of the
Thanon Thongchai Range. It is one of the richest forests of the country. The
forest is a home for many wild animals like wild elephants, leopards,
languor's, bison's, bears, tigers, apes and many others. It also habitats
many species of butterflies and birds including the rare and colorful
hornbill. The area has many different and gorgeous waterfalls, from which
the Ti-Lo-Su waterfall, Thailand's most beautiful one, is the highlight. The
original Karen people, that still live here, gave it this name that means
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Chiang
Mai City and Temples Private Tour 
