Mae Sai
Mae Sai is Thailand's northernmost town, on the border with Myanmar. It is a busy trading town with markets, temples and mountain views.
Visitors come for the border atmosphere, hilltop views and nearby gardens and caves.
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Beste reistijd
The cool season from about November to February is most comfortable. The rainy season brings greenery and mist.
Beste reistijd: januari, december
Topbezienswaardigheden
- Wat Phra That Doi Wao is a hilltop temple with stairs and views over the town and the border.
- Tham Luang Cave is the cave system made famous by a 2018 rescue.
- North Pole Point marks the northernmost point.
- Covered Market is a market in the town center.
- Mae Fah Luang Arboretum is a garden and arboretum south of town.
Aanbevolen lijsten
Wat te beleven
- Border market: Browse goods and snacks.
- Hilltop temple: Climb for views.
- Cave and garden: Visit nearby natural sights.
Tours en activiteiten
Mae Sai — Kaart
Dagtochten
- Chiang Rai: reached by road to the south.
- Mae Chan: a town on the way south.
- Golden Triangle: a famous river meeting point.
Plaatsen om te ontdekken
- Chiang Rai covers the wider province.
- Mae Chan lies south of Mae Sai.
Bereikbaarheid
- By bus: Frequent buses run from Chiang Rai.
- By car: The main road is paved.
Vervoer ter plaatse
- Walking: The central streets are compact.
- Tuk-tuks and taxis: Available for farther sights.
Autorijden
- Is a car worth it?: Useful for gardens and caves.
- Driving side: Traffic drives on the left.
- Roads: Main roads are good.
Eten en drinken
Northern Thai dishes mix with Burmese and Chinese influences. Markets sell noodles, snacks and local products.
Veiligheid en gezondheid
- Border: Carry your passport and follow local rules.
- Bargaining: Agree prices before buying.
- Royal family: Do not speak or write badly about the monarchy. It is a serious crime in Thailand.
Geschiedenis
Mae Sai has long been a trading point between Thailand and Myanmar.
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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