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Huai Nam Dang National Park, Maehongson |
Hotels in Pai
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Rim Pai Cottage
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by Pai river, at the heart of Pai Town.
Wooden bungalows equipped with Air Conditioning, IDD phone, Mini-bar, satellite/Cable TV. |
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It was formerly know as an area of Doi Sam Muen highland development project which was initited by His Majesty the King to solve the problem of forest encroachment and poaching, as well as to enhance the lives of the local hilltribe people. As this area is filled with attractive natural condition and virginal forests provided vital watersheds, Huai Nam Dang was declared the 81st national park of Thailand by the Royal Forest Department on 14 August 1995.
Huai Nam Dang National Park covers four districts : Mae Taeng, Chiang Dao, and Wiang Haeng in Chiang Mai province including Pai district in Mae Hong Son province, covering an area of approximately 1,247 square kilometres. Later on it was designated as the National Park for commemorating 100th year establishment of the Royal Forest Department and also for the celebration of His Majesty the King’s 50th year on the throne.
Location:
On the joint border between Mae Taeng District of Chiang Mai and Pai District of Mae Hong Son. Total area covers 179.5 sq.kms Here the scenery is beautiful, especially the sea of flying mist in the morning. Many tourists like to come and pitch tents (there is minor charges for pitching tents), tasting the cold weather at the top of these high mountains whilst awaiting the dawn mists. |
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Geography:
Huai Nam Dang National Park is situated on top of the ridge of hills and the same range as Chiang Dao mountain range. The highest peak-Doi Chang peak (at 1,962 metres above sea level) is the vital source of important streams which flow into the Pai river, Ping river, and Taeng river. We can enjoy a panoramic scenery, stretching up to Doi Luang Chiang Dao. The view is very beautiful, especially in the morning, when the flying mist fills the whole valley, revealing just a sharp top of Doi Luang Chiang Dao.
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Climate:
The climate is comfortably pleasant. The average year-round temperature is 20๐c, dropping to 8๐c in October to February and soaring to 12-28๐c on March to April. The wettest months being May to September.
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Flora and Fauna:
The healthy natural condition of Huai Nam Dang National Park is a matrix of highly diverse habitat types. Main plants found in this park are Hopea sp., Dipterocarpus spp., Tectona grandis (Teak), Pterocarpus macrocarpus, Michelia floribunda, Pinus kesiya, Pinus merkusii, and orchids especially, Dendrobium infundibulum which charmingly blooms during January to March. Many wild animals dwelling in this richest forest are elephants and some rare animals such as Salamanders.
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flower: Kulab Pan Pee (กุหลาบพันปี)
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Prunus cerasoides D.Don (นางพญาเสือโคร่ง)
grown by Princess Kanlayaneewattana
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Office for tourist information.
Food also is available but in another location.
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It is really cold esp in the early morning.
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Find a good place for the best panoramic view of sunset. It is a good idea.
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Left to a bungalow and right to view point (Kiew Lom)
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It is very limited number of rooms (about 5 units only). Early bird booking is a must, esp during the high season (Nov-Feb)
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Kew Lom View Point
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Strong wind while very cool. However, it is very perfect view when the sun is rising over the cloud.
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Huai Nam Dang is well recognized by this picture, winter-flower garden and nice sunrise view.
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Now it comes.
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2nd shot
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5th shot
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6th shot
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From Huai Nam Dang, you should visit Pai town (Maehongson Province). About 30 mins from here, by car.
Accommodation in Pai:
http://www.paihotels.info
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Mae Hong Son: Site Map
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