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Mae Hong Son Ethnic Cultural Center, Thailand

Mae Hong Son Ethnic Cultural Center, Thailand

The Mae Hong Son Ethnic Cultural Center is a pivotal institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the diverse ethnic groups in Mae Hong Son Province. This center offers a unique insight into the traditions, crafts, and lifestyles of the local hill tribes, including the Shan, Karen, Lisu, Hmong, and Lahu communities. It is an essential stop for anyone interested in understanding the cultural tapestry of northern Thailand.

Padonc Shop

Padong shop, many souvenirs and various food.

BaanLaoop Silver

Produce beautiful and unique silver jewelry comparable to silver from other sources in Thailand.

Wat Phra Non

The temple Wat Phra Non is located at the foot of the hill Doi Kong Mu. This Wat Phra Non accommodates a big lying Buddha, which is about 12 meters long.

Phraya Singhanatracha Memorial

Situated at the foot of Doi Kong Mu, this monument commemorates the first governor of Mae Hong Son.

Wat Hua Wiang

Wat Hua Wiang was built in 1863 and is the second oldest temple in Mae Hong Son province. The wooden structure is an example of the classical Burmese shan style.

Mae Hong Son Living Museum

The Mae Hong Son Living Museum is focusing on the history and culture of Mae Hong Son.

Wat Chong Klang

Wat Chong Klang is directly beside his wooden sister temple Wat Chong Kham at the small lake in the city center of Mae Hong Son.

Wat Chong Kham

The oldest temple in the province of Mae Hong Son. The beautiful wooden temple was built during the reign of Phraya Singhanatracha in 1827.

Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu

Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu is the most revered temple in Mae Hong Son. The location of the temple is on the Doi Kong Mu hill.

Guan Yin Shrine

The Guan Yin shrine is the largest Chinese temple in Mae Hong Son.

Do stand up when you hear the national anthem or royal anthem.

Do stand up when you hear the national anthem or royal anthem.

You may hear the Thai national anthem in public spaces (train stations, bus stations, markets etc.) at 8am and 6pm each day. Take your cue from others around you and stop what you are doing and stand still. If you are in a cinema, the royal anthem is usually played before the film and you should join everyone else in standing for this.

Etiquette advice for visiting Thai temples

Etiquette advice for visiting Thai temples

Even if you’re not religious, a visit to a Buddhist temple (wat) can be a rewarding cultural experience. With around 95% of the Thai population identifying as Buddhist, the local wat plays an important role in Thai society.

Thai culture

Thai culture The way of life of Thai people in Thai society which is a pattern of good conduct and expression of feelings and thoughts in various situations that members of Thai society can know, understand, appreciate, accept, and practice together in Thai society include: