Mae Hong Son is a frontier province bordered by Myanmar and almost entirely surrounded by mountains – it was for a long time almost entirely cut off from the rest of the world. The area is famed for mists and fog that lie in its mountains and valleys throughout most of the year (but particularly in winter).
the land of dream
Mae Hong Son is also home to waterfalls, forests and national parks. The area has a strong connection with elephants and there are many places where elephants are trained for a variety of tasks. Alongside its beauty and nature, another draw for the tourist is the region’s culture. Home to the ‘Long Neck Women’ Karen tribes, visits to tribal villages make up a key tourist activity in the area. The province also has a good range of temples, many in splendid mountainside locations.
how to get there
Mae Hong Son is a province in the northern part of Thailand and can be reached from Chiang Mai either by Highway No.108 via Mae Sariang, for the distance of 349 kilometers, or by Highway No.1095 via Pai, a distance of 274 kilometers. Travelling will take time due to winding road through several mountains. The easiest way is to go by airplane from Chiang Mai which takes about 30 minutes.
must see
Attractions and activities in Mae Hong Son include Long Neck Karen Villages, Rafting on Pai River, Wat Pha That Doi Kong Moo, Wat Hua Wiang, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Sala Kaew Koo, Nationals Parks, Waterfalls, Hot Springs and cave exploration.
