Family fun in Chiang Mai Thailand

1) Mae Sa elephant camp
Huai Tung Tao Lake.
Chiangmai Day Zoo
Sunday walking street
Exclusive tour by Brand new Honda Civic 2-4 persons, per all above program, see below fun
Transportation + ticket for elephant show and riding elephant for 1/2 hours (2 person each elephant), Lunch at lake , Chiangmai Zoo including entrance ticket of commom zoo+panda+shuttle bus and drop at
Sunday walking street or if no Sunday but Saturday then we go to Saturday walking Market otherwise drop at Night Bazaar and return to hotel = min 2 persons up to 4 person, 1,950 Baht per person including gasoline/driver (Children pay 1350 Baht) and pickup/transfer back to your accommodation.
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Elephant/Tiger tour in Chiangmai Firstly, visit Maesa Elephant Camp and secondly riding elephant to Eco hilltribe village of about 8 hilltribe including Long neck Karen
Thirdly, having buffet lunch at Tiger Kingdom and/ or Monkey school

Transportation + ticket and riding elphant and hilltribe + Buffet Lunch = min 2 persons up to 4 person, 1,950 Baht per person including gasoline/driver and pickup/transfer back to your accommodation.

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The Legend of Chiangsaen, Lanna

Travelling to Chiang Saen: Taxi Chiangmai 0816172116 Patrick, oversea ++66 81 617 2116
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Full tour should cover: Chiang Saen, Golden Triangle, Opium Mesuem, Mae Sai-Burma Border, Laos border, White temple, Chiangmai
Fare: 2,500 Baht per person including Lunch, boat to Laos, brand new Honda Civic and Gasoline but not including the fee to Burma, Min 2 person up to 4 person. Time: 7.00-21.00











Chiang Saen

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It is recorded that an ancient community was founded in the north of Chiang Rai Province more than 2000 years ago. This ancient town was named Yonok Nak Phan. According to legend, King Singhanawat founded the town, and the Nagas (mythical serpents) helped dig the town’s moat. Later, Yonok Nak Phan faced its unfortunate destiny; it collapsed and turned into a swamp. According to the geological evidence, it is believed that the town’s destruction was caused by an earthquake which turned it into present-day Chiang Saen Lake.

The above story is just a historical tale. However, it is clear that Chiang Saen existed during in the reign of King Meng Rai of the Lanna Kingdom, because it known that he truly existed. In the ancient Tai language of Burma and Northern Thailand, the word ‘chiang’ means ‘a big town’, while the word ‘saen’ presumably comes from King Saen Phu, King Meng Rai’s nephew. After King Meng Rai passed away, King Saen Phu came back, renovated Chiang Saen, and was its third king. He also resided and worked there; therefore, Chiang Saen was a capital city from 1327 – 1341, spanning the reigns of King Saen Phu and his son, King Kham Fu. After that, Chiang Saen declined in importance from the capital city to simply a leading town. Nevertheless, Chiang Saen Town was well developed, and Buddhism was dearly cherished by its governors. Ruins of 75 temples have been found within the town walls, and 66 were situated outside. This large number of temples attests to the thriving civilization of Chiang Saen.

In 1557, Chiang Saen, Chiang Mai and several towns of the Lanna Kingdom were captured by Burma. Later, Ayutthaya won them back, and eventually they came under the control of Bangkok.

The many ancient ruins make Chiang Saen a peaceful tourist attraction, with lots to explore. The Town offers a charming and serene atmosphere on the banks of the Khong River, at the three-country border between Laos, Burma and Thailand. Chiang Saen has both scenic natural attractions and an impressive cultural heritage. In particular its impressive Buddha images showcase Lanka, Sukhothai and Ayutthaya art and techniques. Besides, the graceful stuccos and splendid craftwork found in the area are Thailand’s great heritage for its younger generations.

Travelling to Chiang Saen: Taxi Chiangmai 0816172116 Patrick, oversea ++66 81 617 2116
e-mail: neomart@gmail.com
Full tour should cover: Chiang Saen, Golden Triangle, Opium Mesuem, Mae Sai-Burma Border, Laos border, White temple, Chiangmai
Fare: 2,500 Baht per person including Lunch, boat to Laos, brand new Honda Civic and Gasoline but not including the fee to Burma, Min 2 person up to 4 person. Time: 7.00-21.00









Travelling to Chiang Saen: Taxi Chiangmai 0816172116 Patrick, oversea ++66 81 617 2116
e-mail: neomart@gmail.com
Full tour should cover: Chiang Saen, Golden Triangle, Opium Mesuem, Mae Sai-Burma Border, Laos border, White temple, Chiangmai
Fare: 2,500 Baht per person including Lunch, boat to Laos, brand new Honda Civic and Gasoline but not including the fee to Burma, Min 2 person up to 4 person. Time: 7.00-21.00

Wat Lok Molee - Chiang Mai Temple

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This ancient temple was build in 1527, in the Ayudhaya period. The Lok Molee is one of Chiang Mai's beautifulest temples in town.

In the area just north of the city moat of Chiang Mai, opposite of the Wat Morntheran, is the Lok Molee Temple from the year 1527 located. The King Pra Muang Kaew commands his people to build the chedi and the vihan of the Wat Lok Molee here in north Thailand. Now, about 500 years still many believers and tourist comes to visit the holy Buddha images here in this Buddhist temple in Chiangmai. The entry of the Wat is protected by two colorful images of Todsagan. In the temple court you can rest by fresh coffee and watch the beautiful Asian architecture around you. Compared with other Wat’s in Chiang Mai is this low visited one and you can find some lonely moments to meditate or come down from the busy city in north Thailand.

Chiang Mai has more Buddhist temples per square mile than any other place in Thailand, some of the temples in Chiang Mai are actually as old as the city itself, aged staggeringly at more than 700 years old!.

Besides Wat Lok Molee, there are other significant temple:
One of the most visited temples in Chiang Mai is the Wat Doi Suthep. It is also one of the most highly revered and important temples in the country. Pilgrims travel to the temple on the Buddhist holidays of Visaka Bucha Day and Makha Bucha Day every year. The temple can be found on Huai Kaew Road, just past Chiang Mai Zoo.

Perhaps what the Wat Doi Suthep is most famous for is the legend of its founding, which is believed to be back in 1368. Legend has it that a monk had dreamed of God telling him to look for a relic in Pang Cha. When he did, he found a bone that many claim to be Buddha’s shoulder bone. When King Nu Naone found out about the relic with magical powers, he requested that it be brought to him. During the monk’s journey to meet the king, the relic had split into two. Wat Suan Dok enshrines the smaller piece. King Nu Naone placed the bigger piece on the back of a royal white elephant and released it into the jungle. The elephant was said to have climbed up Doi Suthep, trumpeted three times, then died at the site. King Nu Naone then ordered for a temple to be built on the said spot.

Wat Suan Dok, which enshrines the smaller relic, is found along Suthep Road. King Keu Na had this built in honor of the visit by Sumana Thera, who is a revered priest. “Field of flowers” is the loose translation of the temple’s name. Wat Suan Dok is famous for its numerous pagodas, locally known as chedi’s, which are scattered around the temple complex. The small, white pagodas found in front of the largest pagoda in the complex contain the ashes of the members of the Chiang Mai royal family. This was requested by Princess Dararatsami back in 1909.

Wat Chiang Man, which is found along the north wall of the old city on Ratchaphakhinai Road. Built in 1296, it is actually the oldest temple in Chiang Mai. The temple was built on the campsite used by King Mengrai when he was supervising the construction of Chiang Mai. The standing Buddha statue enshrined in the larger viharn (sermon hall) has an inscription dating from 1465, which makes it the oldest Buddha image in Chiang Mai.

The tallest structure in Chiang Mai is Wat Chedi Luang, which is found on Phrapokklao Road. The chedi used to measure 86 meters high and 44 meters wide. owever, the chedi now only measures around 60 meters due to massive earthquakes. Construction of the chedi started in 1391, but it was not finished until 1475.


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Wat Umong - Chiang Mai Temple

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Wat Umong

Wat U Mong was built in a forested secluded place at the base of the sacred mountain Doi Suthep as a meditation temple and as such it does not have the usual features of temple grounds. The temple structures are well surrounded by forest trees and a lake. There are some “kuti” ( monks living quarters ) and a library.
A Sukhothai style bell-shaped Chedi stands on a terrace and is accessed by a stairway. There is a purpose built tunnel complex with meditation cells and walls that were once decorated with Yunnanese design bird and flower designs and Buddha images. These are no longer visible.
A short distance away is an unusual emaciated seated Buddha image.
This forest Wat is believed to have been built in the time of King Mangrai in the 14th century and restored in 1371. It fell into disuse in the late 15th century. In 1948 it was re-established as a center for Buddhist teaching and a meditation temple. It remains so to this day.


The notice on the metal plate at Wat U Mong describes that this temple was firstly called Werukattathatamr which means the temple of the eleven clumps of bamboo. Old records state that after the founding of Chiang Mai around 1297 A.D. King Mangrai built this temple in an area of the eleven clumps of bamboo for Phra Thera Chan and Sri Lankan monks to reside. Later a tunnel [ '' U Mong '' in Thai ] was constructed by the command of Phraya Kuena and since then the Temple was called U Mong Thera Chan or Wat U Mong.
The principal Chedi of the Temple is situated on an open mound and within a boundary wall. The Chedi has a Naga staircase built on the south side which is the only entrance to the mound. On the east of the mound can be seen the open roof of parts of the tunnel. The entrance to the tunnels is on the lower mound and the tunnel doorway faces south. The tunnel is used to reside image s of Buddha. The lower court in front of the tunnel contains pavilions, monks' residences and a stone pillar with Indian lion sculptures on the top.

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Wat Srisuphun, Chiangmai, Thailand

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Wat Srisuphan

Wat Srisuphan was constructed by Phraya Pilok Pannadatiraj and his mother, Queen Suriyasawasdee. Phraya Pilokpanadatiraj ruled at the end of Lanna’s golden age and is more commonly known as Phraya Muang Gaew. He was also responsible for the construction and restoration of Wat Phra Singh and Wat Rampoeng. The stela now housed in the golden mondop beside the Phra Viharn records that the temple was sanctified on the 30th of March 1500. When the temple was first constructed, the only buildings were the Phra Ubosoth which is the monks’ ordination hall and the Phra Chedi which enshrines sacred objects.

Renovation is being carried out at Wat Srisuphan on the Ordination Hall which was built 500 years ago and will be the first silver ordination hall in the world. It is 5 meters wide and 17.5 meters long in the architecture of Lanna. The whole building will be decorated by pure silver, compound silver, and aluminum through the methods of local wisdom of silverware handicraft inherited from ancestor with the intention “to create the art for Lanna region in order to dedicate to Buddhism and the king Rama the 9th”

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King's Birthday or Father's Day in Thailand

The 5th December is His Majesty the King Bhumibol Adulyadej's birthday or วันเฉลิมพระชนมพรรษา พระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยู่หัว in Thai language. This public holiday is celebrated nationwide as Father's Day ("WAN PHO HENG CHAT" - วันพ่อแห่งชาติ). The King is considered as the father of all Thai people.

King's Birthday or Father's Day is celebrated on December 5, the birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the monarch of Thailand. King's birthday is a national holiday and is celebrated all over the country with great enthusiasm. The event is used by the loyal people of Thailand to express their reverence for their King.


His Majesty
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej or Rama IX, is the longest serving monarch in the history of Thailand. Constitutional head of the country, he ascended to throne on 9 June, 1946. Ninth King of the Chakri Dynasty, he was born on December 5, 1927, to Prince and Princess Mahidol of Songkhla.
His Majesty the King is well recognised as the heart and soul of the Thai nation. He is held in the high esteem not only by his own subjects, but His Majesty also commands enormous respect from people in all parts of the world.

Everywhere he goes, people turn up to greet him in hundreds of thousands. The manner in which His Majesty conducts himself, giving his whole heart and attention to the people, immediately linked the living symbol of the nation to the people in a bond of matual understanding and personal affection.

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ตามแนวทางการบริหารจัดการด้านน้ำท่วมล้น (Flood Management)

The main concern of His Majesty is for the uplifting of the general well-being of the people. Evidence of this can be drawn from His Majesty the King's ceaseless efforts to visit his subjects in the rural areas. The aim of his Majesty's visits is to learn at first hand about the needs of his subjects.

To obtain such information, His Majesty has to travel many thousands of kilometers throughout the kingdom and, whenever possible, suggests ways to overcome the difficulties. These visits have led to the establishment of over 1,000 Royal and Royally-initiated projects. They are implemented by the relevant agencies of the government after having been given advice and assistance by His Majesty.

His Majesty is the first member of the Royal Family to be granted a patent for an invention. The registered patent is for one of His Majesty's "Chai Pattana Machines" - the Chai Pattana Aerator Model RX 2. The patent rights call it an "apparatus for water treatment", which is used for agricultural and industrial purposes and can be seen operating in many polluted waterways.

Buddhism is the national religion of Thailand and HisMajesty can stantly shows himself to be a convinced and dedicated disciple of the Lord Buddha. To follow the tradition of young Buddhist men to go into the monastery for a period of time, His Majesty entered the Buddhist monkhood at Wat Bovornnives on 22 October 1956. The Constitution of Thailand, however, does not prescribe the King to be only the Defender of the Buddhist Faith, but also to be the upholder of all Religions. He gives equal attention to the protection of al forms of worship and also to the problems of other religious communities inThailand.

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great came to the throne on June 9, 1946. The meaning of his name is "Strength of the Land, incomparable Power". Since that date he has reigned over the Kingdom of Thailand as a constitutional monarch. At the Coronation Ceremony on May 5, 1950, His Majesty the King pronounced the traditional Oath of Accession which stated: "We will riegn with righteousness for the benefit and happiness of the Siamese people". His Majesty's actions since then has thoroughly reflected those words and have always been directed towards increasing the welfare and prosperity of the Thai nation.

On his birthday, which is observed as a National Holiday, all his subjects rejoice in demonstrating once more their affection and loyalty to him. Religious rites are held, houses and buildings are decorated with flags, lights and his portraits. The whole nation prays to the Holy Triple Gem and all the sacred things in the universe to bless His Majesty with good health and happiness and the strength to carry on his onerous task.



The Celebrations
Starting a few weeks before the King's birthday, all buildings are covered up with Royal symbols and portraits of His Majesty all over the Thai kingdom.
The King's Birthday is an event used by his loyal subjects to express their heart-felt affection and reverence to him. All public structures and homes in Thai land are eleborately bedecked with flags and lights, predominantly of yellow color. Capital Bangkok, specially Grand Palace and Ratchadamnoen Avenue areas, exude pageantry, adorned with thousands of flowers.

Religious ceremonies dedicated to the King are held all over the nation. People pray for their beloved King's good health and happiness. Thai skies sparkle with elaborate fireworks. Thousands of people throng Bangkok streets in evening to express their joy on the occasion.

For Utmost Enjoyment
Bangkok is the best place in the country to enjoy the celebrations. Do remember that streets around Sanam Luang and Ratchadamnoen are prohibited to traffic. One can reach the area, and just stroll on the streets, traffic-free but brimming with people, watching the glittering sky.