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Doi Inthanon National Park in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
Doi Inthanon National Park in Thailand (อุทยานแห่งชาติดอยอินทนนท์)
Doi Inthanon National Park was Declared a national park in 1972, declared as a national park, No. 6 in Thailand, with an area of 482.4 square kilometers. It covers the area in Chom Thong District, Mae Chaem District, Mae Wang District and Doi Lo Sub-District. Chiang Mai Province Doi Inthanon was originally called “Doi Luang” or “Doi Ang Ka”. comes from the size of a very large mountain The villagers called it “Doi Luang” (Luang: in the northern language, meaning big).
Doi Ang Ka has a story that About 300 meters from the top of the mountain to the west, there is a swamp that looks like a basin. Many flocks of crows flock to swim in this swamp. Therefore, it is called “Ang Ka” and that large mountain is called “Doi Ang Ka”, but there are some trends saying that the word “Ang Ka” is actually derived from the Pak Khen (Karen) language, meaning “big”, hence the word “Doi Ang Ka”.
Doi Inthanon is part of the Himalayas, which runs from Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and ends here. The interesting thing of this mountain is not only the highest peak in the country only. but the diverse terrain and forest conditions Whether it’s evergreen forests, pine forests, mixed forests, and cold weather all year round, especially in winter, fog covers most of the day and sometimes the dew turns into frost. here uninterrupted
How to get there : The distance from the city to the top of Doi Inthanon is approximately 106 kilometers. From Chiang Mai city, take Highway No. 108, Chiang Mai – Chom Thong. Arrive at the 57th kilometer marker, 1 kilometer before reaching Chom Thong District, turn right onto Highway No. 1009, Chom Thong – Inthanon route, a distance of 48 kilometers to the top of Doi Inthanon. It is a well paved road but the road is quite steep.
The car taken up must be in good condition. Those who do not have a private car can take a minibus on the Chiang Mai – Chom Thong line at the Chiang Mai Gate. Then take a minibus in front of Wat Phra That Si Chom Thong Worawihan or at Mae Klang Waterfall. This will be a bus to the park office at the 31st kilometer and nearby villages. but if you want to go to a different point You have to rent it for about 800 baht per car.
There is a visitor center located at the 9th kilometer of Route 1009, with staff to advise. And there are exhibitions about nature, wildlife, etc.
The office area is equipped with facilities. Reservation at least 1 week in advance at the National Park Service Tel. 0 2562 0760 or website http://www.dnp.go.th Doi Inthanon National Park Tel. 0 5335 5728, 0 5331 1608 Website http://www.doiinthanon.com/
Entrance fee to Doi Inthanon National Park, Thai people, adults 40 baht, children 20 baht, foreign adults 400 baht, children 20
Attractions in the National Park
Mae Ya Waterfall is a large and very beautiful waterfall. Because the water, which flows down from a steep cliff 280 meters down, hits the rocks in layers like a curtain, then goes down to the basin below. The clear and cool water is suitable for relaxation. In addition, the area around the waterfall is a quiet forest. And there is a tourist information center located as well. The waterfall area is clean and manages the area in harmony with the environment. Travel from the junction to Highway 1009 for about 1 kilometer, turn left for 14 kilometers and have to walk for another 200 meters.
Mae Klang Waterfall is a large one-tiered waterfall, about 100 meters high, upstream on Doi Inthanon. There is water all year round. There is natural beauty. Traveling from the junction to Highway 1009 for another 8 kilometers, turn left for 500 meters. It is a paved road throughout.
Brichinda Cave is located at Km 8-9 of Highway 1009 near Mae Klang Waterfall. You will see a junction on the right hand side with a sign indicating the way to Brichinda Cave.
Inside the cave several kilometers deep The ceiling of the cave has stalagmites and stalactites. or northern people call it “Nom Pha” is very beautiful. There is a Buddha image enshrined in the cave as well. There is also a stream of rock when the light hits it, it will sparkle like a glittering diamond, very beautiful. The appearance of the cave is a cave that can be seen inside clearly. because there is a tunnel through which light enters Around the mouth of the cave there is a large sign located.
Explain the history of the discovery of this cave.
Wachirathan Waterfall is a large waterfall, formerly known as “Tad Kong Yong”. The water will fall from the cliff above to the basin below. During the rainy season, water droplets will splash around the area, feeling cool and moist. And the wooden bridge that stretches towards the cliff is always wet and slippery. But if you walk to the end, you will experience the beauty of the waterfall as much as possible.
How to get there : From the foot of Doi Inthanon up to the 21st kilometer, you will see a sign indicating a right turn into the waterfall and go down 500 meters. The road will arrive at the waterfall. Another route, which is the same route, about 1 kilometer beyond the first junction, turn right at the sign and walk from the parking lot down for 351 meters.
Siriphum Waterfall flowing from a steep cliff It’s a very beautiful long road. Can be seen from the office of the park. It is a twin waterfall that flows down together, originally called “Lao Lue” after the name of the head of the nearby Hmong village. Siriphum Waterfall is located at kilometer 31 of Highway 1009, there is a junction on the right, about 2 kilometers, but the car can’t get close to the waterfall Visitors must walk into the area below the waterfall.
Doi Inthanon Royal Project Located in the area of Doi Inthanon. highest mountain in Thailand The Royal Project Inthanon Research Station is mainly a winter flower research station. The most cultivated plant species are chrysanthemums. because it is colorful There is also a strawberry research project. Project for studying and collecting different types of fern coffee research project Juicing Guava Research Project Fruit trees such as pear, persimmon, kiwi, soft seed, etc. Flowering plants such as gladiolus, roses, gerbera, etc. Vegetables such as bell peppers, tomatoes, celery, etc.
There are also vegetables and herbs. and small fruit trees Which is distributed under the brand “Doi Kham” as well as a breeding ground for rainbow trout. There are also interesting traditions and local wisdom, such as the terraced rice farming of the Karen tribe.
The eating tradition of the Hmong people at Ban Khun Klang and tourist attractions to see the natural beauty around the area Including bird watching and star viewing activities, the Royal Project is located at Khun Klang Village, Huai Luang Subdistrict, traveling along the route to Doi Inthanon. At the 31st kilometer area of Highway 1009, there is a junction on the right that is a gravel road leading to the project for about 1 kilometer. Responsible for promoting agricultural occupation for Karen and Hmong in the area.
Phra Mahathat Naphamethaneedon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphonbhumisiri At the 41.5th kilometer marker on the left hand side Created by the Air Force together with the Thai people by Phra Mahathat Naphamethaneedon Built for His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej On the auspicious occasion of His Majesty’s 5th cycle birthday in 1987 and Phra Mahathat Naphaphonphumisiri Built for Her Majesty the Queen Her Majesty the Queen.
On the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s fifth cycle birthday in 1992, these two amulets have similar shapes, namely, the base is 12-sided, with a glass balcony around 2 levels. The flower top of the Buddha image houses the Buddha’s relics and Buddha images. idol Around the area, you can see beautiful views of Doi Inthanon.
Doi Inthanon The end of Highway 1009 is the highest mountain peak in Thailand (2,565 meters). It has cold weather all year round. It is the location of the Royal Thai Air Force’s radar station and enshrines the Stupa of Chao Inthawichayanon. The last governor of Chiang Mai, who saw the importance of forests and cherished Doi Luang very much, wanted to preserve it for generations to come. He was very attached to this place, so he ordered that if he had died, some of his ashes should be shared here.
Tourist Information Center in the area near the top of the mountain Show an exhibition about Doi Inthanon from the past to the present. It provides knowledge of both geography, biology, forests, and living things, some of which can be seen here only in Thailand. Visitors will receive a lot of useful information.
Huai Sai Lueang Waterfall a medium-sized waterfall There is a strong water flow all year round. and flows from the cliff down in layers into the same way as Mae Pan Waterfall About 16 kilometers from Mae Chaem District Office, separate from Highway No. 1009 at the checkpoint at kilometer 38, along Highway No. 1192 on the Inthanon-Mae Chaem route for about 6 kilometers, there will be a sign indicating the direction to the waterfall, about 2 kilometers into the Din Daeng Road in the front. The road is very difficult in the rain and requires a 4-wheel drive vehicle.
Mae Pan Waterfall is in the same way as Huai Sai Lueang Waterfall. But it’s 500 meters beyond and from the parking lot, you have to walk another 800 meters. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the waterfall. Mae Pan Waterfall is considered to be the longest waterfall in Chiang Mai. The water will fall from the cliff which is over 100 meters high, it is a long way.
If you look from a distance, you will see a long white stream that contrasts with the green of the trees, making it stand out. The water that fell to the bottom hit the rocks, cracking bubbles, spreading around the area, causing moisture. Below is a basin of water to support it. can relax and play. Nature trail on Doi Inthanon, Kew Mae Pan, the entrance is at kilometer 42 on the left hand side, walking distance of 3 kilometers, suitable for those who want to experience the real nature.
Along the way, you will find a hill evergreen forest (Hill Evergreen) before passing through a meadow that used to be a forest area that was destroyed. To study the characteristics of continuous impacts at the boundary between fertile forest and destroyed areas.
After that, the path will walk along the cliff with the mist blown through all the time. Will find a thousand-year roses or Rhododendron (shrubs or small trees. up in the forest at a high level There are white and red flower varieties. The first flowering time looks like a banana plant. before full bloom during December – February Found in the Himalayas and is the national tree of Nepal too) looking down to find the beautiful scenery of Mae Chaem District.
Using this route must register for a permit to use the route by contacting the public relations center of the park. and should be grouped with no more than 15 people per group The national park does not allow food to be brought into the route during the rainy season. And the route will be closed to allow nature to recover, not allowed to travel from June 1 to October 30 of every year. This Kew Mae Pan nature trail Received an outstanding award in the eco-tourism category.
Tourism Industry Awards 4th Annual Year 2002 because of the management that emphasizes nature. Along the way, there are signs that convey knowledge to tourists. and local people participate in the tour 2545 because of the management that emphasizes the nature Along the way, there are signs that convey knowledge to tourists. and local people participate in the tour 2545 because of the management that emphasizes the nature Along the way, there are signs that convey knowledge to tourists. and local people participate in the tour
Ang Ka Luang This route was surveyed, laid out and designed by Michael McMillan Waltz, a Canadian zoologist and volunteer at Doi Inthanon National Park. who is the one who is dedicated to Inthanon and died here of heart disease This route spans 1,800 meters. This area is a swamp lining the valley.
An interesting feature is the high-level evergreen forest. Characteristics of tropical mixed with tropical plants found only at high altitudes. accumulation of organic matter in the rainforest local climate plants that live on trees Characteristics of the watershed and the nature of the trees on Doi Ang Ka For example, the rice plant that grows on the ground (Khao Tak Hermit is a plant that requires high fertility. Will only grow in heights above 2,000 meters and grow well in moist areas (cold climates), millennial roses, etc.
There are also many nature trails, such as the 38th kilometer nature trail and the Mae Pan Waterfall Group Nature Trail. Study the route details from the office of the park. and will have to contact the staff for guidance from the office Area at the 31st kilometer
to prevent the destruction of natural resources and problems that may arise and to promote ecotourism Using the facility for overnight stays or other activities Other than the Doi Inthanon National Park office Must request permission from the head of the park. in writing
Bird watching activity on Doi Inthanon Inthanon Bird Information Center at Lung Daeng Shop Located at Km 3, Mae Klang Watershed Management Unit Providing information on birds in Doi Inthanon, such as a book of bird encounters in Doi Inthanon. line drawing of a bird watcher Doi Inthanon bird watching route map, photos, slides about birds, etc., available to both Thais and foreigners. The popular season for bird watchers to see birds is winter.
In addition to meeting local birds Migratory birds can also be found, such as snipe dong, hummingbirds, wagtail birds, gray lagoons. yellow-backed wagtail bird dong wagtail bird yellow-headed wagtail small winged weaver Crested Weaver red-winged weaver Red-brown walking birds, etc., the center will provide advice as well as a meeting place for conversation among bird watchers. Nature students and people It is a good exchange of information for the conservation and preservation of nature. make them aware of the habitat Food sources for birds and wildlife in Doi Inthanon to remain for the next generation to the next generation.
