Founded in 1296 by King Mengrai as a capital of the Lanna Kingdom, Chiang Mai offers a perfect blend of

history, with centuries-old temples next to the boutique hotels and colorful night markets. Located 435

miles north of Bangkok and conveniently accessed by both air and rail services, Chiang Mai always has

something to discover. Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes coupled with breathtaking scenery makes

Chiang Mai one of Asia’s most attractive destinations.

The city of Chiang Mai, pleasantly situated on the banks of the Ping River, is a treasure trove of ancient

temples, fascinating for their distinctive Lanna architectural style and rich decorative detail. On the

outskirts of the city is the famed hilltop temple of Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. At 3,520 feet above sea level,

it is the most famous and most visible landmark with vibrant view of the city and surrounding countryside.

Trekking in the hills of the North is one of Chiang Mai’s most popular tourism activities. Popular jungle

treks last from 2 to 7 days and take trekkers through forested mountains and high valleys and meadows,

as well as visits to more remote high altitude hilltribe settlements for overnight stays. Treks commonly

feature travel by foot, sometimes by boat, elephant-back, or horse-back. For those who wish to hike to the

highest peak of Thailand which rises to 8,415 feet above sea level, Doi Inthanon National Park is a must.

And if you would like to learn more of elephant and mahout relationships, visit Elephant Conservation

Center at the nearby province of Lampang.

Visit Chiang Mai during Songkran Festival or Thai New year (April 13-15) and Yi Peng Festival or Lantern

Festival coinciding with the Loi Krathong Festival on the full-moon night of the 12th lunar month will

enhance your cultural experiences. Songkran festival features the Buddha ritual bathing and water

splashing while the Yi Peng festival features the release of the lanterns into the sky to worship the gods.

For shopping lovers, Chiang Mai is famous for its wealth of quality handicraft, both traditional and modern,

hilltribe handicrafts and antiques. Shopping routes include San Kamphaeng for cotton and silk products,

Bo Sang village for umbrellas, Wua Lai Road for silverware and Ban Thawai village for furniture and

woodcarving products. For fast and fun shopping, visit the Chiang Mai night bazaar.

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The unusual form, bright colour and long-lasting quality of the Siam Tulip has made it an increasingly popular choice for floral decorations. It is in high demand and is currently being cultivated in the form of cuttings or ornamental plants for local consumption as well as for export overseas, predominantly to Japan and the Netherlands.

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Bangkok, or Krung Thep as it is known to locals, is an urban capital that pulses with excitement, making a

sensual impression at every turn. Founded in 1782, Bangkok is now a city of 10 million. It is a bustling,

modern metropolis, a paradise for shoppers and a favorite destination for nighttime revelers, yet Bangkok

manages to retain its historic and cultural heart. It is still a city of temples and palaces, of golden spires

and orange tiered roofs, of saffron-robed monks and serene Buddha images. Classis sights, most

famously the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, remain as magnificent as ever. The

BTS Skytrain and the MRT underground railway provide cross-town travel in a matter of minutes. Visiting

the business, shopping and entertainment districts, the Chao Phraya River and many popular destinations

is a piece of cake, besides which, the skytrain also provides convenient links to major hotels.

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While Thailand exhibits the same compelling evidence of Chinese presence, what sets Bangkok apart and makes for the visitor a fascinating journey of discovery is that subtle Chinese elements have also been blended into traditional Thai architecture. Like finding a Thai Buddhist temple tucked in a quiet lane behind a modern corporate glass tower, the evidence is there for the active traveller and the rewards for perseverance are a multitude of beautiful images that give an extra dimension to a visit and an insight into how Thais view themselves.

Wandering through Bangkok’s nineteenth century wat (monasteries), one becomes aware of something different from the stalwarts of Thai architecture like Wat Phra Kaeow (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).

On many temples, the pediments (the triangular end area below the roof) are covered in ceramic flowers – no roof shelters them, and the chorfa (often called the “sky tassel”), which reach into the air from the roof ends, is missing. Then there are the stone sculptures in the courtyards. These aren’t Thai historical figures, they are distinctly Chinese: generals, gods, demons, horses, pagodas, and more.

These unique temples include some of the city’s largest such as Wat Pho, Wat Suthat, Wat Chalerm Prakiet and Wat Arun, although the most notable examples — Wat Raja Oros, Wat Khruawan, Wat Nang Nong, and Wat Bangkhunthian Nai — are tucked away along canals on the Thonburi side of the river.

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Hua Hin is considered the traditional home for the country’s sailing community, due to HM the King’s keen interest in the sport. A Southeast Asia Games winner in the sailing category, HM the King built his own racing dinghy and helped to establish the Super Mod class and is an enthusiastic patron of sailing resulting in this annual regatta being held in his honour off the coast of Hua Hin in sight of the palace.

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Join the alms-giving for Asalha Puja and the Khao Phansa Buddhist ceremony. Participate in the

ceremony of welcoming His Majesty the King’s royal candle and the international candle-carving

competition from various countries, as well as taste “Pha Khao Laeng” , a local food especially prepared

for tourists.

Contact :
TAT Ubon Ratchathani Office, Tel : 66 (0) 4524 3770-1, 66 (0) 4525 0714
Ubon Ratchathani Provincial Office, Tel : 66 (0) 4525 4827

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A HAPPY GATHERING OF FUN-LOVING SPIRITS
The Phi Ta Khon festival is unique to the Dan Sai district in Loei Province and reflects the local Isan belief in ghosts and spirits. Held once a year, it is part of a grand merit-making festival known as the “Boon Luang” festival.

The origins of the Phi Ta Khon Festival can be found in the tale of Lord Buddha’s last great incarnation before attaining Enlightenment. In Buddhist accounts, it is said that when Prince Vessandara, the Buddha’s penultimate incarnation, returned to his city, it was such a joyous occasion that the village spirits came forth to join the welcoming parade. This very colourful and vibrant Phi Ta Khon procession is the central focus of the celebrations.

In a lively re-enactment of the tale, the young men of the community dress up as “spirits” wearing long trailing costumes made from colourful strips of cloth sewn together.

The hideous-looking Phi Ta Khon mask which is made of dried sticky rice husk is painted in bright red, green or other colours, and features the characteristic long pointed nose. This completes the transformation. The clanging sound of the square cowbells worn around the waist announces the presence of the spirits who wield phallic-shaped long-handled swords decorated with red paint. The good-natured, fun-loving spirits mingle among the crowd, teasing and amusing all who take part in the procession. Spectators and visitors are welcome to join in the fun.

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Activities
Decorated processions on Vesak (Visakha Bucha Day) of government and private working units and exhibition about Visak (Visakha Bucha Day), contest of flower bush Trays, Contest of Soraphanya Reciting

For more information, please contact
Bangkok Tourism Division Tel. 0 2225 7612-4

Program on Thursday 13th May, 2010
07.30 am. : – Arrival of the audiences
- The procession of Phraya Raek Na (Load of the Royal Ploughing Ceremory)
leaves the Grand Palace for the pavillion at the Phra Meru Ground (Sanam Luang)
08.30 am. : – Arrival of Their Majesties the King and Queen
- The Royal Ploughing Ceremony
10.00 am. : – End of the Ceremony

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Today we will take you to Doi Pui in Chiang Mai province, only a couple of kilometres from Doi Suthep, which is considered landmark of Chiang Mai. Doi Pui might not be as famous as Doi Suthep, but their beauty and wonder are hidden in this village, waiting for you to discover.

In this small village, there are a lot of wonderful things to do, such as sightseeing the beautiful pristine scenery, impressed with the hill tribe’s culture or listen to interesting stories from old people of the village. Since Doi Pui is located in the northern part of Thailand, where the weather is always cool, the agricultural products are their main income. In the past, most of the area was used to grow opium, but by the royal support of King Rama IX (- the present king -), the villagers were educated on how to earn a living according to the theory of sufficient economy (- a theory introduced by HRM King Rama IX, saying that a family should produce products at a certain amount that is sufficient to earn a living of his/her family and leave only a small amount to sell. By this way, people will be able to stand on their legs and depend less on the outsiders. -) by doing agriculture or making handicrafts to replace opium growing.

Despite being a key tourist attraction in Chiang Mai, Doi Pui offers an insight into how the hill tribes live in Thailand. The villagers wear traditional Hmong clothes, sell traditional Hmong handicrafts, and live in traditional Hmong-style homes. With the unique tradition of the hill tribe villagers and the preserved way of life, the tourists who visit Doi Suthep often visit Doi Pui as well. It’s only 10 kilometers far from Doi Suthep. Upon our arrival at Doi Pui, one of the very first impressive things that catch our eyes is “The Little Guides of Doi Pui”

As we enter the Hmong village, we see these little guides running to greet us and two of them offer to be our guides. We ask about the price, and they say “Up to you, sir” That’s how we meet our tour guides.

The little guides are children in the local village; they volunteered to be members of “Doi Pui Little Guide Club”. As the number of tourists has been increasing recently, the local school created this club for their students to earn extra money. Their job is leading the tourists in a sightseeing trip throughout the village, to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and their charming culture.

Our journey starts at a shopping area. Many shops sell local products or hill crafts, such as tea, silver accessories, crossbow, etc. Suddenly catch our eyes is a shoe shop, selling colourful handmade shoes in Chinese style, only at 350 baht. Now I’ve got a souvenir for my girl. After that, we have a chance to chat with a hundred-year-old man, the oldest man in the village. Another must-see in this village is the garden that exhibits models of the hill tribe’s daily life in the old time, including the collection of wooden tools and the opium.

I’m sure you don’t want to miss this. We rent a native costume to wear as our tour guide’s recommendation. There are many type of costumes for you to choose including ornaments that match the costumes. Here, the silver ornaments infer to status of the wearer. We choose their formal costume to try on. Since the climate in Doi Pui is quite cool, all the native costumes are made from thick material to protect the cold breeze and to keep them warm.

As we experience the beauty of this village, we find some children interrupt the charming atmosphere by keep asking money from the tourists. However, it’s only a small detect comparing to the spectacular mountain views and breathtaking scenery as well as being able to experience the fascinating lifestyles of the Hmong hill tribe.

Finally, we hope that you have fun reading our story. Don’t forget to visit our website, to see where our next trip will be. See you soon!!