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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När du ska besöka
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.
Bästa tiden att besöka: januari, februari, mars, november, december
Främsta sevärdheter
- 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.
Utvalda listor
Upplevelser att prova
- 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.
Turer och aktiviteter
Chiang Dao – Karta
Dagsutflykter
- Chiang Mai: the city is reached by road in about an hour or so.
- Mountain viewpoints: several lookouts around the district.
Områden att utforska
- Chiang Mai is the usual base.
- Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand.
- Mae Rim lies between Chiang Mai and Chiang Dao.
Resa dit
- By bus or songthaew: Services run from Chiang Mai.
- By car or scooter: The road north is straightforward.
Ta sig runt
- Own transport: Best way to reach caves and viewpoints.
- Local trucks: Limited services.
Bilkörning
- Is a car worth it?: Useful for flexibility.
- Driving side: Traffic drives on the left.
- Roads: Mountain roads have curves.
Mat och dryck
Northern Thai dishes, grilled meats and noodle shops are common, and cafés in the countryside serve coffee and tea.
Säkerhet och hälsa
- 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.
Historia
Chiang Dao has long been a rural area, with temples near the cave and villages in the valleys.
Landsfakta
Quick practical facts for Thailand at a glance:
- Valuta
- thailändsk baht THB ฿ · Kortbetalning · Vanligtvis accepterat
- Nödnummer
- 191 Polis
- Elektricitet
- 220 V · 50 HzTyp A / Typ B / Typ C / Typ O
- Språk
- thailändska
- Kranvatten
- Drick med försiktighet
- Körsida
- Vänster
- Landskod
- +66
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