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NORTHERN PART OF THAILAND
Wat Phra Keo Don Tao, Lampang |
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The North, for centuries an independent kingdom and a center of culture and religion, is dotted with many ancient historical sites and monuments,among them the Sukhothai Historical Park, The Doi Suthep Shrine in Chiang Mai,
the Phra Buddha Chinarat image in Phitsanulok, Wat Phra Keo Don Tao in Lampang.
Northerners celebrate such festivals as Songkran (The traditional Thai New Year) and Phao Thien Len Fai, to name but two.
The North is also home to a patchwork of hill tribes-- the Musers, Yao, Meo, E_kaw, and Karen -- who each posses their own distinctive culture and way of life.
The lowland northerners are noted as a gentle and hospitable people. In addition, the region abounds with many natural attractions such as mountain scenery, caves, waterfalls, and lakes. Other attractions include bargain hunting for local and tribal handicrafts in the bazaars an markets, while in the major towns Western-Style night entertainment is widely available. |
