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Pai Canyon
Located 8km from Pai along the road to Chiang Mai, a paved stairway here culminates in an elevated lookout over high rock cliffs and the Pai valley. The latter can be followed by a dirt trail, but lacking shade, is best tackled in the morning or afternoon.
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Corrections Museum
Learn about the painful world of Thai-style punishment at whats left of this former jail. Life-sized models re-enact a variety of horrendous executions and punishments, encouraging most visitors to remain law-abiding citizens for the remainder of their visits.
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Bangkok University Art Gallery
This spacious, modern compound is located at what is currently the country’s most cutting-edge art school. Recent exhibitions have encompassed a variety of media by some of the country’s top names, as well as the work of internationally recognised artists.
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Wat Thadsuvanna Phakham
Commanding the rise directly above the speedboat landing, 3km south of the central area, Wat Thadsuvanna Phakham is a colourful new temple featuring a row of eight gilded Buddhas demonstrating the main meditation postures and disdaining Mekong views beneath floral foliage
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Wat Suan Tan
Reportedly established in 1456, Wat Suan Tan features an interesting 15th-century chedi that combines prang (Hindu/Khmer-style chedi ) and lotus-bud motifs of obvious Sukhothai influence. The heavily restored wí·hăhn contains an early Sukhothai-style bronze sitting Buddha.
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Wat Phra Ram
Wat Phra Ram may mark the cremation site of King U Thong, though its history is unclear. It has one of the tallest prang in Ayuthaya, though the surrounding grounds are less extensive than the better-known sites. One good reason to visit is that few other people do.
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Ko Loi
Attached to the mainland via a road, this rocky island hosts a Thai-Chinese temple and a viewing area for the impressive sunsets. Below the temple is a giant pond, where behemoth turtles can be fed squid (10B). This is also where you can catch the ferry to Ko Si Chang.
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Chiang Mai University Art Museum
The Faculty of Fine Arts displays temporary exhibitions of contemporary Thai and international artists at its own gallery near the Th Nimmanhaemin/Th Suthep junction, but theres no permanent collection. Some shows take place at the Baan Tuek Art Center on Th Tha Phae.
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Nam Tok Than Thong
Nam Tok Than Thong, 11km east of Sangkhom, is a wide but short drop with a swimmable pool at the bottom, although it dries up around April. The short nature trail takes you down by the Mekong. Than Thong is accessible and can be rather crowded on weekends and holidays.
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Talat Rot Fai 2
If the Talat Rot Fai market isnt enough vintage for you, consider the recently opened and slightly smaller (yet more convenient to reach) Talat Rot Fai 2, on Th Ratchadaphisek. To get here, take the MRT to Thailand Cultural Centre and walk through the Esplanade mall.
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Queen Sirikit Sericulture Center
The easiest place to see the entire silk-making process, from larva to loom, is at this research centre 4km west of town. Various displays can be seen any time and, while the silk makers only work on weekdays, a demonstration can be arranged on weekends with advance notice.
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PB Valley Khao Yai Winery
Khao Yai Winery, which corked its first bottle in 1998, lies along Pansuk-Kudkla Rd, the direct route from Bangkok to Khao Yai (exit Km 144). Its scenically set and offers tours (book in advance), tastings and classy restaurants. Its 22.5km from the national park gate.
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Phra Mahathat Kaen Nakhon
Down at the south end of the lake is Khon Kaen’s one must-see, Phra Mahathat Kaen Nakhon, a gorgeous nine-storey chedi at the heart of Wat Nong Wang . Inside you’ll find enlightening murals depicting Khon Kaen history, various historical displays and a staircase to the top.
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Wat Phra That Mae Yen
This temple sits atop a hill and has good views overlooking the valley. To get there, walk 1km east from the main intersection in town to get to the stairs (353 steps) that lead to the top. Or, if you’ve got wheels, take the 400m sealed road that follows a different route.
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Wat Si Ubon Rattanaram Boht
This bóht resembles Bangkoks Wat Benchamabophit, but its the 7cm-tall topaz Buddha inside that most Thais come to see. Phra Kaew Butsarakham, as its known, was reportedly brought here from Vientiane at Ubons founding and is one of the citys holiest possessions.
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Nam Tok Than Thip
Three-tiered Nam Tok Than Thip waterfall, 13km west of Sangkhom (2km off Rte 211), is the largest waterfall in the area. The lower level drops 30m and the second level, easily reached via stairs, falls 100m. The 70m top drop is barely visible through the lush forest.
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Nam Tok Ton Sai
Khao Phra Taew Royal Wildlife & Forest Reserve has some pleasant hikes over the hills and a couple of photogenic waterfalls, including Nam Tok Ton Sai. The falls are best seen in the rainy season between June and November; in the dry months theyre less impressive.
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Hat Khlong Kloi
At the eastern end of Ao Bang Bao, Khlong Kloi is a sandy beach that feels a lot like a secret though there are other people here, as well as all the requisite amenities (beer, food, fruit, massage) and a few guesthouses. You’ll need private transport to get out here.
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Phu Thok
In the cool season, people head to nearby Phu Thok mountain for sunrise and sea of fog views. If you dont have your own vehicle, ask your hotel to arrange a ride. Túk-túk charge 100B per person and then you have to ride the sŏrng·tăa·ou (25B per person) to the top.
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Lamnamkok National Park
Dating back to 2002, this is one of Thailand’s youngest national parks. The area is home to waterfalls and, most notably, a hot spring. The latter is a short walk from the headquarters, while longer excursions require a guide. The park headquarters are about 3km west of Ban Ruam Mi
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