Chiang Mai Cherry Blossom Viewing

Source: ChuDu24 | Chiang Mai Travel Hub | TripZilla | TourismThailand.org

The Chiang Mai cherry blossom viewing is undoubtedly one of northern Thailand’s most highly anticipated events each year, and for a good reason. While the rest of the world associates these sakura flowers with Japan, only a few know that you can see them in full, glorious bloom right here!

The cherry blossoms thrive in the chilly climates of the Doi Suthep mountain, where they are grown in the Khun Chang Kian Highland Agriculture Research Centre. Locally known as the Tiger Queen, the best time to witness the flowers in bloom is during the winter, which runs from the end of December through mid-February. It tends to get especially crowded during the weekends of January, so you may want to plan around that.

Doi Ang Khang

Keep in mind that for a hassle-free experience, seeing these flowers bloom will require planning and preparation. The roads leading up to the gardens are unpaved and narrow, so the most efficient way to get here will be by hiring a songthaew from the city centre of Chiang Mai. Other options include renting a car or booking a packaged day tour.

Ang Khang Royal Project Station, Also known as Doi Ang Khang (doi means hill in Thai), Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station is the Royal Project's, a foundation His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej has founded to help raise living standard of underprivileged hilltribes

Baan Khun Chang Kian

After you’ve taken in the beauty of the cherry blossoms and taken those photos, head over to the small village located at the end of the route past Khun Chang Kian. You’ll find a handful of small shops and restaurants where you can enjoy a meal of comforting noodle soup and coffee – perfect for the cool mountain weather.

Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station

One of the most beautiful places to see the Thai Sakuras or the Wild Himalayan Cherry Blooms in Doi Ang Khang is at Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station, or more specifically, the 80 Royal Botanical Garden located inside. Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station is a royal arboretum where various rare plants and flowers are cultivated to support agriculture within local communities and discourage the spread of opium planting that was prevalent among locals in the past. The arboretum covers a vast expanse of land, divided into various sections that you can drive around and explore. The blooming season, which occurs around January every year, is the ideal time to visit Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station. [bucketlistly.blog]

Doi Chang

If you happen to be travelling up north during February, you may also want to consider going to the Chiang Mai Flower Festival. Held during the first weekend of February, the entire town comes alive with the most breathtaking flower displays you’ve ever seen. The event organisers also include lots of fun activities and workshops centred around the flowers.

Phu Chi Fah

Phu Chi Fa, Chiang Rai’s Best Kept Secret! Not many tourists have heard of this place, but its probably one of the most beautiful places in Thailand. Phu Chi Fah (or Phu Chee Fah) Forest Park, is a national park and mountain range located in Thoeng district in Chiang Rai. It’s located 1,628m above sea level in the Doi Pha Mon mountain range. The various viewpoints scattered along it’s cliff path, offer dramatic 360 degree views of the mountain range that forms the Thai and Laos border.

Wat Phra Singh ranks as one of the most revered temples in the northern parts of Thailand and is located in the heart of the old city in Chiang Mai. The temple was constructed in 1345 when King Phayu had a chedi built to house the ashes of his father King Kham Fu. Wat Phra Singh is also known as the “Monastery of the Lion Buddha’ or the ‘Temple of the Lion Buddha’ and currently houses hundreds of monk who still live, work and pray here. The temple underwent some renovation in the early 19th century but generally remains unchanged. One of the most significant parts of Wat Phra Singh is the presence of the Phra Singh, also known as the Lion Buddha. This statue is housed in the tiny chapel at the back of the temple’s compound. A walk inside the temple will lead you up to the gold-laced patterns and stunning murals.

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