Long neck Karen Hilltribe Villages in Chiang Rai,Thailand

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Wat Prathat Doi Suthep Temple, Chiang Mai Thai

Chiangrai Golf Courses

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., this course features a wide range of sloping lies and natural hazards. Surrounded by distant hills, the golf course and housing development is set on low hilly land. At holes 2,3 & 4 players have to play alongside a huge lake. Most greens are well protected by bunkers and there are several very good dog-leg holes, particularly the par-5 eighteenth, where players have to negotiate water on the right side of the fairway on the approach shot to the green. The clubhouse is very agreeable and hotel accommodations are on site.

Waterford Valley Chiangrai
This beautiful course is situated in one of the loveliest areas of Thailand. The course playing from the back tees is just short of 7,000 yards. Altogether, there are five sets of tees at this eighteen-hole layout and players can be forgiven if they are distracted by the background of mountainous scenery. There are eight OB holes, numerous water hazards and lovely flowers adorning the surrounds. The service in the complex has its own hotel and housing projects fringing the golf course. From November through March the cool weather is ideal for golf and family enjoyment.

Chiang Saen & Golden Triangle Travel

Chiang Saen & Golden Triangle Travel
Chiang SaenA small town about 30 kms. further from Mae Chan. Its lovely setting on the Mae Khong River strongly enchants the charm of its old temples; Wat Pa Sak, Wat Phrathat Chom Kitti etc.
Chiang Saen National MuseumChiang Saen National Museum is in Chiang Saen town and one of the most famous museums in Thailand for ancient Buddha images and antiques. The museum is open from 9.00 am.-16.00 pm. everyday except Monday, Tuesday and official holidays.
Wat Phra That Chedi LuangThis ancient 88-metre high brick pagoda, next to the museum, is the tallest religious monument in Chaing Rai.
Wat Pa SakLocated outside the city walls, some 200 metres from the Tourist Service Centre, this deserted temple, with ornamental stucco motifs, is regarded as being one of the most beautiful examples of Lanna architecture in northern Thailand.
Wat Phra That Chom KittiThis hilltop temple has a pagoda containing a Buddha relic.
Wat Phra That Pha-NgaoLocated 4 kilometres along the Chaing Saen-Chaing Khong road, this temples hilltop pagoda offers a spectacular view of the Mekong River and Laos.
Chaing Saen LakeTo get to the lake, travel five kilometres from Chiang Saen along Highway No.1016, turning left at Km.27, for a further two kilometres. The lake's one square kilometre of water is home to waterfowl during the winter months. Accommodations are available.
The Golden Triangle The most famous attraction where the borders of the three countries; Laos, Thailand and Myanmar meet It is about 9 kilometers north of Chiang Saen. From this place, Laotian and Myanma border can be seen through Mae Khong and Ruak River respectively. Accommodations are available for tourists who want to stay over night. Boats can be rented for trips along the Khong River.
Wat Phra That Doi Pu KhaoThis riverside temple near the Sop Ruak Market, offers a spectacular view of the Golden Triangleํs riverine and mountain areas.
Mekong River TripsBoats can be hired from Chaing Saen to travel upstream to the Golden Triangle, and downstream to Chiang Khong. The trip to the Golden Triangle takes some 30 minutes, the trip to Chiang Khong about 1 hour and 30 minutes depending on river currents and water levels.

Chiangrai City of Travel

Chiangrai City Travel

King Meng Rai the Great Monument This monument is situated at the starting point of the road to Mae Chan, Chiang Saen and Mae Sai.
Ku Phra Chao Meng RaiThis stupa is situated in Wat Ngam Muang on Doi Ngam Muang in Chiang Rai Township area. It is the place where ashes and relics of King Mengrai are housed.
Wat Phra That Doi ThongThis ancient hilltop pagoda overlooks the Mae Kok River and predates the founding of Chiang Rai as the capital of Lanna Thai.
Wat Phra SinghaWhere legend holds that an important The ravada image was located, has been restored for many times to allow accurate dating, but documents suggest the 15th century or earlier.
Wat Phra Kaew Situated behind Wat Phrasing, is believed to have been the original residence of the Emerald Buddha which is now in Bangkok at the Royal Temple of the same name.
Haad Chiang RaiLocated 4 kilometres from the city, this scenic riverside area and promenade is a recreatioin area for local inhabitants.
Mae Kok RiverKnown in Thai as Maenam Kok, this scenic 130-kilometre long waterway runs through the heart of Chiang Rai. The river is a major transportation artery from neighboring Chaing Mai province, especially the town of Tha Ton (180 kilometres north of Chaing Mai provincial capital), whence tong-tailed boats make the 3-4 hour journey every day at 12.30 PM (Chaing Rai-Tha Ton: 10.30 AM). The river passes several hilltribe settlements and elephant camps from where jungle treks originate.
Khun Korn Forest Park WaterfallLocated 30 kilometres south of Chiang Rai provincial capital, along Routes 1211 & 1208, the 70-metre high Khun Korn Waterfall is the highest in the province.

Chiangmai Introduction

CHIANG MAI is recognized as Thailand's Northern Capital, "The Rose of the North", It's a city with a beautiful cultural personality of its own. In addition, it's been blessed with much majestic beauty in nature. As well as guest from overseas, regard Chiang Mai as the holiday place to visit.
Chiang Mai was founded in the late 13th century and is one of the oldest continually inhabited settlements in Thailand. It was once the capital of Lanna, an independent Thai Kingdom and has preserved its unique cultural heritage to a marked degree.

Chiang Mai is Thailand's principal northern province. It is some 700 kilometres north of Bangkok and covers an area of 20,000 square metres. The city is located in a fertile valley some 300 metres above sea level,which accounts for its slightly drierand cooler climate than most other parts of this country.
The population is estimated to be 250,000persons.The province itself is large,measuring 130 kms from east to west,and 320 kms from north to south .As well as Thai national,it is the home of various colourful minorities,many with Thai citizenship,including the Lua,Mon,Lisu,Akha,Hmong and Muser people.

Culture of Chiang Mai is architecture reflects Lanna Thai,Burmese,Sri Lankan and Mon influences.There are some 300 temples in the city and on its outskirts. The Golden Age of Lanna-Chiang Mai lies some 500 years back in the time of king Tilokarat,but the city has recently been undergoing a process of regeneration,and while full of the bustle of modern life,it hasn't lost touch with its glorious past.
When you come to Chiang Mai.You can be sure that its people will welcome you with their traditional charm and hospitality.Have a good time in Chiang Mai!

Annual Festival In Chiangmai

January

UMBERELLA FESTIVALStreet fair at Bor Sang village featuring parasols madefrom sa paper,and stage performances.

WOOD CARVING FAIR Staged at the baan tawai village in

Hang Dong districtand featuring everything made from wood.

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FLOWER FESTIVALFeaturing floral floats,a beauty contest,agriculturaland horticultural exhibitions and sales.

MAKHA BUCHA...Commemorates the occasion when 1,250 disciples spontaneously congretaed to hear the Buddha preach.Marked by lovely triple candlelit circumambulations of Buddhist chapels by laity and monks.
STRWBERY FAIRStaged at the Samerng district,48 kms from Chiang Mai.

March
INTERNATIONAL ELEPHANT DAYCeremony blessing elephants at Mae Sa Elephant Camp.

April

SONGKRAN (traditional Thai New Year,April 13-15 )...Characterised by solemn religious ceremonial, processions, paying respects to elders,boisterous good-natured water-throwing and nightly folk entertainment in major temple.

May
MANGO FESTIVALTwo-week long fair during May at Buak Hard Park,featuring a beauty contest and luscious locally grown mangoes.

LINCHEE FESTIVALHosted by Fang district,and featuring a beaty contestand ever popular linchee fruit.

VISAKHA BUCHA...Commemorates the birth,enlightenment and death of the Buddha .Merit-making similar to Makha Bucha.


CITTY PILLAR INTHAKIN FESTIVALStage at Wat Chedi Luang to ask for peace and rainfall during the appropriate season.

DOI SUTHEP PILGRIMAGEOn a night in May 15,worshippers gather to light candles and walk the 12 km.pilgrimage up to the temple on Doi Suthep.

June

THAMBOON MUANGThis merit-making ceremmony is held to preserve the ancient Lanna tradition ,culture and heritage.The various activities are at the four gates and corner of the ancient city walls on the date between May 26 and June 9.

July

ASAHALA BUCHACommemorates the Buddha’s first sermon aftergainring enlightenment.Merit-making similar to Makha and Visakha Bucha.

KHAO PHANSA...Beginning of the annual three month Rains Retreat when Buddhist monks traditionally forego travel and remain inside their monasteries.

LUMYAI FAIRThis fruit fair takes place in both Chiang Mai and in Lumphun Province during early July.

August

NORTHERN FLORAL & DECORATIVE PLANTSHorticultural extravaganza features orchids,flower arrangements and poyyed plants at Suan Lanna Rama IX park.
HER MAJESTY’S BIRTHDAYCelebration of Mother’s Day and in tribute to her majesty.Augurt 12.

September

SALAKPATMerit-making festival featuring the random presentation of monastic necessities to Buddhist temples.

October
TOD KATHINThe name of the celebration of the Buddhist holy day “Ok Phansa”. It marks the end of both lent and rainy season.Thoughout the month there are colorful ,noisy processions and donations of food and necessities to monks.
DHEVO-ROHANA OFFERING CEREMONYEnd of the three-month annual Rains Retreat.Marked by merit-making and offering to monks,particularly infront of Chiang Mai University.

November

LOI KRATHONG ( Festival of Lights )Occasion when Thais from all walks of life float away under the full moon candlelit offerings to the water spirits.Other festivities include float and beauty contests,boat races and the launching of colorful paper ballons.

December
NIMANHEMIN STREET FAIREach year in the first weekend of December.There are Showcase of home decorative arts and fashion made from handwoven cottons nad silks.
THE KING’S BIRTHDAYCelebrations are nationwide tributes with gaily lit building and streets.This’s also “Father’s Day” in Thailand .December 5.
CHIANG MAI FOOD FESTIVALCitywide celebration of local cuisine demonstrations and sales.
DOI KHAM ROYAL PROJECT ANNUAL FAIRHeld at Chiang Mai University ArtsMuseum,Nimanhemin Rd.From 9am to 8pm daily December 27-29.
CHIANG MAI WINTERFAIR ( late December,early January )Staged in the Chiang Mai Stadium,and featuring handcraft sales,showa, a beauty contest and games.Generally liveliest at night.

Yi-Peng Festival in Norther of Thailand

Yi-Peng Festival in Northern Thailand
In the Northern Thai provinces that were once part of the ancient Lanna Thai kingdom, the Yi-peng Northern Lantern Festival is still being celebrated. Tubular lanterns, resembling hotair balloons, are lit and released into the night sky as an offering the Lord Buddha.
As hundreds of illuminated lanterns drift into infinity, this conjures the same sense of wistful closure as the krathong float downstream.The lighting of fireworks is undertaken in the same spirit as when lighting candles in an act of worship so fireworks displays are very much an integral element of the secular and religious rituals performed.

Highlights Khome Loi floating lanterns Lantern Procession Contests and competitions featuring ornate krathong floats and lanterns Yi-peng beauty pageants Light-and-sound presentation on the Ping River Cultural presentations featuring Lanna folk performances and demonstrations Competitions and traditional Lanna folk sports such as bamboo rafting races, diving contests ....and folk boat races Sales of Lanna Northern Thai handicraft Chedi Khao (White Stupa) propitiation rituals to seek forgiveness from the river goddess and ....guardian spirit of the Mae Ping River
The unusual ritual of launching Lanna-style floating lanterns (khome loi or khome yipeng) is a unique aspect of the Chiang Mai Loi Krathong festival. Traditional belief has it that when these huge lanterns are set adrift and float away, so do the troubles of the residents in the community.'Yi-peng' literally means the full moon night of the twelfth lunar month and the Chiang Mai 'Yi-peng' and 'Loi Krathong', the Festival of Lights is organised annually by the Chiang Mai Municipality. During the festival, the entire city of Chiang Mai, its houses, streets, canals, moats and the river are decorated with lights and beautiful lanterns, making these festivities, a most beautiful and memorable experience for visitors.The practice of setting adrift traditional krathong floats in rivers, canals, waterways, lakes and ponds is also observed by the residents of Northern Thailand. While traditional krathong were made exclusively from banana leaves, today the krathong come in all shapes and sizes and are made from a broad range of materials. Following the contest, the krathong are set afloat on the Mae Ping River.he final night of the celebration is the most important. A procession of spectacular "Krathong Yai" or giant krathong floats will wing their way through the streets of the northern capital. The giant krathong feature elaborate decorations depicting the story of the life of the Lord Buddha, Thai literature, history and Thai art. Many other activities of interest will also be organised ranging from krathong contests, Lanna Thai cultural presentations and folk performances, bamboo raft races and boat races on the Mae Ping River and fireworks.