Atractii:

Amphoe Muang
Amphoe Khun Yuam
Amphoe Mae La Noi
Amphoe Mae Sariang
Amphoe Pai
Amphoe Sop Moei
Amphoe Pang Mapha

AMPHOE MUANG
Numerous Burmese-style temples can be seen. These include the hilltop Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu which dominates the provincial city. Constructed by Phraya Singhanat- racha, the first King of Mae Hong Son, the hilltop temple affords a wonderful view of the city and surrounding mountains and valleys.

Wat Chong Klang and Wat Chong Kham
These two monasteries share the same compound. Apart from the glass paintings depicting Buddhism and simple lifestyle of the villagers which draw much attention from visitors, there are over 30 wood carving dolls taken from Myanmar about the past century.

Situated in front of the temples is a big natural pond called "Nong Chong Kham". The surrounding area has been designed to be a public park. The park most suitable for relaxation offers a fine view especially in the evening.

Wat Phra That
Doi Kong Mu

Wat Phra Non
contains a huge Burmese-style Reclining Buddha image some 12 meters long. The temple also houses ashes of Mae Hong Son King. Two massive stone lions guard the temple staircase.

Wat Kam Ko
Another name of this temple is Wat Dok Bun Nak which is shady and pleasant having ancient scriptures written in the ancient local dialect informing the history of Thai Yai people.

About 12 kilometers outside Mae Hong Son, the Pha Bong Dam has been constructed across the Mae Ra Mat River for generating electrical power. Nearby is the Pha Bong Hot Spring.

Ban Nam Phiang Din
is a destination in Tambon Pha Bong of 2 hour long motor boat trip of 1 day rafting along Pai River via Ban Huai Dua, a scenic route with marvellous terraced cataracts. Not too far beyond Ban Nam Phiang Din, within Myanmar territory, lies another frequented tourist destination known as "Pha Hom Nam"

Pha Sua Waterfall
is located in Forest Park of the same name. Travel 18 kilometers from Mae Hong Son via Highway No.1095 and turn left into a road branching off for about 10 kilometers to the park. The 7 level cataract is huge and picturesque. The best time to visit the falls is between early August and late September.

About 35 kilometers further up the track to Pha Sua Waterfall lies Pang Tong Palace and a peaceful Meo Tribal Village near the border of Thailand and Myanmar.

Tham Pla Forest Park
is situated at Ban Huai Pha, 17 Kms. from Mae Hong Son town-ship area on Highway No.1095 to Pai. The surrounding areas are brooks and cool hilly forests suitable for relaxation. A special feature is the hollow cave filled with Phluang fish, which is of the same family as the carp.

AMPHOE KHUN YUAM

Wat To Phae
is located 7 kms. from Khun Yuam Market having a large beautiful Burmese style vihara. According to the legend, it is said that raft assembling people used to gather up in this area prior to making a teak trees raft trip to the market places. They, then, combined their efforts to build the temple and called Wat To Phae.
Wat Muai To in Tambon Muang Pon houses a huge and beautiful northern-style pagoda.

Wild-Sunflower Field, Doi Mae U-Kho
covers a large mountainous area in Tambon Mae U-Kho, some 26 Kilometers from the district. The wild-sunflowers called in Thai "Bua Tong" are in full bloom during November which make the hills and surrounding areas look like plated with gold. .

Nam Tok Mae Surin National Park
is situated another 11 kilometers away from Doi Mae U-Kho. Mae Surin Waterfall is 80 meters high and can be seen from the view point at the national park office. The forest here still maintains its natural abundance. Visitors are required to carry their own tents for an overnight stay. Its peak season falls in November to April.

Mae Sa-kua Karen Village
in Tambon Tha Pha Pum is about 13 Kilometers from the district. Houses here are remarkably built along the slopes of the mountains. During dry season, visitors can appreciate the beautiful scenery when wild flowers and foliage turn to orange color. Near the village, there are waterfalls good for relaxation. The villagers still live in traditional way and no many changes are apparent.

AMPHOE MAE SARIANG
Wat Kitti Wong
is another temple worth visiting. It houses Lord Buddha relics brought from Chiang Mai, and manuscripts discovered in Pha Daeng Cave recounting the history of relations between Myanmar and the Lanna Kingdom.

Wat Saen Thong
An important attraction is an old beautiful bronze image of the Buddha subduing Mara of Chiang Saen Period. Pha Buddha Si-Hing, known as Phra Phet of Phra Sing Nung, is another image of Buddha to which the people have paid respect since the old days.

Pha Ma Lo Karen Village
is a large Karen Village, located 3 kms. from the market place, where hand woven fabric are produced for sale at a cheap price. A single virgin of this village wears a white dress.

The Tribal Development & Assistance Center
at Km.84 on Doi Mae Ho is administered by the Public Welfare Department. Most of the hill tribe people in this center are of Karen ancestry. The scenic area is noted for colorful flower plantations. Bua Tong or wild sunflowers bloom along the highway in this area during November every year.

Mae Ping Karen Village
is located in Mu 4, Tambon Mae Hi, The Karens here have their own alphabets and are highly civilized. Travelling can be made by car.

Chedi Phra That Mae Yen
in Ban Mae Yen, Tambon Mae Hi, which no one can tell when it was built, is located on a hill from where visitors overlook the whole Amphoe Pai after paying tribute to the shrine.

Mae Yen Waterfall
is situated in Ban Mae Yen, Tambon Mae Hi, about 7 kilometers from Amphoe Pai. It is a three-tiered waterfall and one of the most beautiful waterfall in the district. It take visitors 3-5 hours to get to this waterfall on foot.

Mo Paeng Waterfall
is located 9 kilometers from Amphoe Pai and can be reached conveniently by car. The surrounding area is shady and beautiful. Nearby are Muang Soi Waterfall and a peaceful Muser tribe village.

Huai Nam Dang National Park
The area, stretching out as far as Amphoe Mae Taeng, Chiang Mai, is planted with flowers and trees of cold weather zone which contribute to its scenic landscape. It is accessible by travelling along the Highway No.1095 from Amphoe Pai to the east about 60 kilometers and taking a left turn for another 6 kilometers.

Hot spring
There are many hot springs located in Amphoe Pai area such as Muang Paeng Hot Spring in Tambon Muang Paeng, Pong Ron Hot Spring in Tambon Mae Hi and Pong Duat-Hot Spring in Tambon Thung Yao.

RAFTING ALONG PAI RIVER
With its approximately length of 180 kms, 30 m. width and 7 m. depth, the Pai River is the biggest and longest river in Mae Hong Son. This challenges the adventurous lover to raft along this river and three most suitable points are recommended. They are :

Source of the River to Amphoe Pai : Starting from Huai Chang Kaeo, 16 kms. from Amphoe Pai to Wiang Nua Bridge or Ban Chomphon near Amphoe Pai, taking about 6 hours. Most suitable time to raft is between October - March.
From Amphoe Pai to Amphoe Muang : Starting from Ban Mo Paeng, Amphoe Pai to Ban Pang Mu in Amphoe Muang. The distance of this route is about 70 Kms. and takes at least 2 day of rafting.
From Amphoe Muang to the border of Thailand and Myanmar : Starting from Ban Huai Dua, Tambon Pha Bong, about 6 kms. from Amphoe Muang to the border at Ban Nam Phiang Din. Normally this section of Pai River is more enjoyable to cruise along by the long-tailed moto boat which only takes 2-3 hours returned trip or riding on elephant back instead of rafting since the nature and scenery on both sides is fascinating and beautiful. Tour operators and major hotels in Mae Hong Son town provide necessary services including boat cruise, rafting and trekking.

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