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ATTRACTIONS
  Maehongson,
Thailand's northern border city, hiding itself in between the towering
mountains with densely forested slopes, stretching to the Burmese
border.The little town of Maehongson gives you something different from
other cities in the North.Most habitants are Shan race, so they have
their own cultural characteristics. Shans who live in the city and the
hilltribe people who live in remote villages on mountain tops where
elements of lifestyle have changed little in hundreds of years. The
Shans' ancestors came from Shans region in Burma. The hilltribe people
consist of Karen, Lisu, Mhong, Lahu, and Lua. Both the Shans and the
hilltribemen have their own distinctive cultures. They have their own
lilting dialect, their own architectural lifestyles, their own customs
and traditions, and their own delicious cuisine.
Phrathat Doi Gongmoo Temple
  The
hilltop temple affords a wonderful view of the city and surrounding
mountains and valley, constructed by Phaya Singhanatrach, the first king
fo Mea Hong Son, built high up on the mountainside on the west side of
the town.There are some interesting examples of religious architecture,
such as the two Mon style cement chedis that stand out dramatically.
All around the temple are magnificent views that
offer a panoramic perspective of the town and surrounding countryside.
There is a 1.6 kms long asphalt road from the town up to the temple.
Jong Kham and Jong Klang Temples
 Jong
Kham and Jong Klang temples are situated on Jong Kham Lake and are
oldest temples in Maehongson. There are interesting examples of ancient
art inside, such as the collection of Burmese style wooden carved dolls,
the Burmese style glass paintings and the Mon style cement chedis. Many
visitors take photographs of the temple and the lake.
Poi Sang long Procression
This is in fact the celebartiion of novice ordination
ceremony of Thai Yai people regarded as a highly meritoues occasion.
Traditionally, the candi-date-novice, his head is cleanly and wrapped
with head-cloth in the Burmese style,will don a prince-like garement and
put on valuable ornaments, and ride a horse or be carried over the
shouldr of a man to the shirne. Then he will visit abbots of various Wat
to beg for forgiveness. On the ordination eve, a proces-sion of
offerings will be paraded through the where the ordination takes place
the following day. It is usually held during March-April. Today this
colourful procession has become a major tourist attaction in Mae Hong
Song.
 Fish
cave forest park or Thumpla
The Fish Cave is located near the village of Huay
Pha, about 17 kms from Maehongson (Highway 1095), at the foot of the
mountains. At the mouth of the cave natural springs from beneath the
mountain create a pool in which many large fish live. There are many
different kinds of trees and plants around the cave in the area of the
national park and a small river with such clear water that you can see
the sand at the bottom.
The cool air and natural setting make it a perfect
place to discover the wonders of nature, such as the tiny snails and the
wide variety of ferns.
Kaew Komol Cave
  Kaew
Komol Cave in Mae Hong Son has reopened after a three-month closure. The
cave has spectacular natural calcite crystals. The formations come in
all shapes imaginable ranging from snow flakes and mushrooms to
vegetables.
The cave is fitted with lighting. It has a walkway
leading to five chambers that visitors can explore.
The cave is part of Khao Doi Tham, five kilometres
off Highway 108 that connects Mae La Noi district.
Lod Cave
Lod Forest Park or Lod Cave some 60 kilometers from
Mae Hong Son town, a road to the left runs further 8 kilometers. It is
place where antiques and prehistoric remains were foung. This huge cave
is beauitflly decorated with colourful stalagmites and stalactites.The
tourist visiting hours is from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily .It took about 1-2
hours to cover the cave.
Pha sua waterfall
  Pha
Sua waterfall is located in Jum Bae district, 26 kms from Maehongson,
along the road to Pai. This waterfall flows from the Mae Sa-nga River in
Burma. There are six levels, called Mae Sa-nga waterfall, Pha Yao
waterfall, Pha Lad waterfall, Pha Sua waterfall, Pha Dang waterfall and
Pha Hom waterfall. Pha Sua waterfall has interesting rock formations,
and water flows all year round making it a perfect place to visit.
Ban Nam Phiang Din
Ban Nam Phiang Din is in Tambon Pha Bong of 1 hour long motorboat
trip along Pai River Ban Huai Dua, a scenic route with marvellous
terraced cataracts. |
Check In & Lunch (If Check In Before 12.00 a.m.)
"Sawadee
Place " is a budget lodge in semi-style of apartment
ann guest ideal for student, backers or eco-tourist.
