Chiang Dao
Chiang Dao is a mountain district north of Chiang Mai, known for a large cave, forested hills and calm countryside. It is an easy day trip or an overnight stay for hiking and relaxing.
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Beste reistijd
The cool season from about November to February brings clear views and fresh mornings. The rainy season is green but misty, and trails can be slippery.
Beste reistijd: januari, februari, maart, november, december
Topbezienswaardigheden
- Tham Chiang Dao is a long cave with chambers, shrines and guided lantern tours.
- Big Buddha is a large Buddha statue on a hillside.
- Giant Trees Alley is a tree-lined road with big old trees.
- Sri Sangwan Waterfall is a waterfall in the northern part of the district.
- Pong Ang Hot Spring is a hot spring area.
Aanbevolen lijsten
Wat te beleven
- Cave tour: Explore with a local guide.
- Hiking: Trails climb into the hills.
- Hot springs: Soak after a hike.
- Countryside stay: Relax in a quiet guesthouse.
Tours en activiteiten
Chiang Dao — Kaart
Dagtochten
- Chiang Mai: the city is reached by road in about an hour or so.
- Mountain viewpoints: several lookouts around the district.
Plaatsen om te ontdekken
- Chiang Mai is the usual base.
- Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand.
- Mae Rim lies between Chiang Mai and Chiang Dao.
Bereikbaarheid
- By bus or songthaew: Services run from Chiang Mai.
- By car or scooter: The road north is straightforward.
Vervoer ter plaatse
- Own transport: Best way to reach caves and viewpoints.
- Local trucks: Limited services.
Autorijden
- Is a car worth it?: Useful for flexibility.
- Driving side: Traffic drives on the left.
- Roads: Mountain roads have curves.
Eten en drinken
Northern Thai dishes, grilled meats and noodle shops are common, and cafés in the countryside serve coffee and tea.
Veiligheid en gezondheid
- Caves: Use a guide and stay on marked paths.
- Hiking: Bring water and sturdy shoes.
- Medical care: Chiang Mai has full facilities.
- Royal family: Do not speak or write badly about the monarchy. It is a serious crime in Thailand.
Geschiedenis
Chiang Dao has long been a rural area, with temples near the cave and villages in the valleys.
Feiten over het land
Quick practical facts for Thailand at a glance:
- Valuta
- Thaise baht THB ฿ · Betalen met kaart · Veelal geaccepteerd
- Noodnummers
- 191 Politie
- Elektriciteit
- 220 V · 50 HzType A / Type B / Type C / Type O
- Talen
- Thai
- Kraanwater
- Drink met voorzichtigheid
- Rijrichting
- Links
- Landnummer
- +66
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