North Thailand

Although most travellers will land in Bangkok, the northern city of Chiang Mai is an essential destination for any journey to Thailand. A contrast from the chaotic streets of the capital, Chiang Mai is peaceful and overflowing with ancient culture. From the melodic bells of the temples to the smell of sizzling street food, this …

Hub of the North is Chiang Mai, nearly 700km north of Bangkok. This was the ancient Lanna capital, founded in the 13th century, and is today a burgeoning regional centre offering excellent accommodation and other modern facilities amid the well preserved attractions of a historic town. In the far north is Chinag Rai, set amid …

An excursion to Lampang can also include a visit to the Young Elephant Training Centre, 25km west of town of Highway 11. This is the most authentic of several elephant camps giving shows of how young elephants are trained for work in the teak forests.Weather and ClimateLampang has a relatively dry climate relative to nearby …

The town can easily be reached by Thai’s daily direct flight from Bangkok, or in a short hop from Chiang Mai. By road Mae Hong Son is 370 km (230 miles) from Chiang Mai and the drive (about 8-9hr) is a thrilling rollercoaster ride as the road winds its way up, down and around the …

plastic surgery . On the west side of town is Wat Ku Kut (also known as Wat Chama Devi), an important temple for its two ancient chedis, dating probably from the early 13th century and regarded as the only surviving examples of Dvaravati architecture. Freight Shipping . The taller of the two, Suwan Chang Kot, …