Topography
Amphoe (district) Mae Rim is about 16 km from Chiang Mai Province to the north along highway No.107.
Its area is 455 sq.kms.
The status area 4 Thumbon is source forest of river and stream to keep
Doi Suthep - Pui National Park
and 7 Thumbon to keep National Reserve. The West to surround many mountains and the East is plain
has Ping river flow pass.
Important natural rivers of Amphoe Mae Rim are Ping River, Rim River and Sa River.
Boundary
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- » South
- » East
- » West
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- Mae Tang district
- Muang district and Hang Dong district
- San Sai district
- Samoeng district
Important Attractions
This Hmong village has preserved their simple
but splendid traditions and lifestyles. The village can be reached
by taking a left turn at Km.12 and proceeding for 7 kilometers. Only
four-wheel vehicles in good condition can make the trip. Along the
route, you can visit resorts which are open to visitors, including
Mae Sa Valley, Mae Sa Resort (offers a 9-hole golf course), and
Kangsadan Farm.
This famous
8-tiered waterfall which is located at Km. 7 along the Mae Rim-Samoeng
route is situated in a natural setting among
towering trees and
has a lovely breeze flowing throughout the year. It is an ideal
recreational spot for both residents and visitors.
Orchid and Butterfly Farms are along the route. Visitors can enjoy exotic year-round blooms. These farms also have special butterfly
enclosures where tropical species can be seen in a natural environment.
- Sai Nam Phung Farm, the largest orchid farm in Chiang Mai, located
2 kilometres along the Mae Rim-Samoeng route, and turn left for 1 kilometre.
Open from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. For more information, contact Tel. 0 5329 8771-2, 0 5329 7152 Fax. 0 5329 7892
- Mae Ram Orchid is located around km. 5.5. Open at 8.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. For more information, contact Tel. 0 5329 8801
- Suan Bua Mae Sa Orchid open from 7.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. For further
information, contact Tel. 0 5329 8564
- Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm open from 7.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. For more
information, contact Tel. 0 5329 9588, 0 5329 9222
The farm is located approximately on Km. 3 along the Mae Rim-Samoeng route.
It is home to various kinds of snakes native to Thailand. The farm,
which also conducts snake breeding, provides 30-minute snake shows daily.
For more information, contact tel. 0 5386 0719.
This plantation has been established for over 20 years
and is famous for breeding a variety of species of orchids using appropriate technology.
In addition to learning about orchid breeding, it is also possible to learn about
various butterfly species. Facilities for tourists include toilets, parking area
and beverage and souvenir shops. A lecturer is provided upon request.
Advance contact is recommended for group visits.
Location: 320/1 Mu1, Rim Tai sub-district, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai 50180. Tel. 0 5329 7343, 0 5329 9853.
Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden covers a mountainous area of 560 acres. It is located around Km. 12 along the Mae Rim-Samoeng route.
This international botanical garden was established to honor Queen Sirikit in 1992.
It has a fine collection of Thai and foreign plants.
The garden is set up to exhibit plants according to species and climate. Visitors can drive around the area. Places to see include the Tourist Information Centre,
the Thai Orchid Breeding Centre, Herbs
Museum
and Research Centre. The garden offers 3 walking trails:
- Rock Garden-Thai Orchid Nursery, takes around 30-60 minutes on foot;
- Arboreta (plant study trail), showing more than 10 species of plants including banana,
palm, fern, and ginger. This trail takes around 45-60 minutes
- Climb takes around 1-2 hours to climb the mountain.
It is open daily to the public from 8.30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. For more information, contact Tel: 0 5384 1000 Fax: 0 5329 9754 www.qsbg.org.
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