Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son Province

Ban Rak Thai (Ban Rak Thai) or another name is Rak Thai Village, located in Mueang Mae Hong Son District, Mae Hong Son Province. It is a small village located on a mountaintop near the Thai-Myanmar border. Its unique characteristic is the Yunnan Chinese atmosphere and beautiful nature surrounded by mountains and lakes.

Highlights of "Ban Rak Thai"
🏞️ The lake in the middle of the village
A popular photo spot, reflecting the shadow of the mud houses and the surrounding mountains.
In the morning, there is often fog floating above the water, beautiful and romantic.

🏡 Yunnan style mud houses
Many of the villagers' houses are made of mud in the style of Yunnan Chinese architecture. Some are open for overnight stays and have tea shops where you can sit and sip tea while enjoying the view.

🍵 Yunnan Chinese culture
Most of the villagers are Ho Chinese (Yunnanese Chinese descendants) who migrated to settle here. They grow tea, cold fruits, and Yunnan Chinese food such as steamed pork leg.

🌄 The atmosphere is cold all year round.
Especially in winter (Nov-Jan), the weather is very cold, suitable for those who like cold and fog.

🚗Travel
From Mae Hong Son city, it takes about 40-50 minutes (distance ~40 km). The road up the mountain is winding. You should use a good car and drive carefully.

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