Mae Hong Son (The City of Three Mists) is nestled in a deep valley hemmed in by high mountain ranges, I has long been isolated from the outside world. Mae Hong Son (also Maehongson, Mae Hong Sorn or Maehongsorn) is one of the Northern provinces (changwat) of Thailand, and at the same time the westernmost. It is about 13, 814 square kilometers. This is highly suitable for the training of elephants. It has a beautiful airport which brings more tourists. It has natural scenery, numerous hill-tribe communities and soft adventure opportunities.
It is the one of the remotest district in Thailand. People are attracted to the area due to its pristine virgin forests, spectacular mountains, lush valleys, indigenous wildlife and unique hill-tribes. Pai district has now evolved as Thailand 'hippiest' hang-outs, second only to Koh Pha-ngan.
Special attractions
This a beautiful temple know as Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu constructed by the first governor of Mae Hong Son, which reflects the strong influence of the Burmese surrounded by mountains and valleys.
There is a ThamPla – Pha Suea National Park which is one of the attractions of Mae Hong son. It is about 17 kilometres from town. It is surrounded by brooks and cool hilly forests. It has some special featured hollow cave filled with numerous freshwater fish known as Pla Mung or Pla Khang, which is of the same family as the carp. The fishes are quite safe from being caught as they are believed to be the belongings of Gods.
We can see a beautiful waterfall which is know as Namtok Pha Suea in Tambon Mokchampae about 26 kilometres from the provincial seat. It is a large fall with its water source in Burma and runs full during the late rainy season.
We can view the sun set and sun rise and misty mountains in Huai Nam Dang National Park which is 65 km from this district. There are other parks which includes Bua Tong, Namtok Mae Surin, Wat Chong Kham, etc
Activities
Rafting along the Pai River is a popular recreation. There is a lot of rafting pass rapids and natural scenery including waterfalls. Mountain Biking which is very famous. Many visitors love trekking and enjoy nature with local hill tribes
Elephant Trekking is known all over Thailand for its sturdy and strong elephants and many tourists take the opportunity in Mae Hong Son to ride an elephant.
