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A hidden gem of a province, Nan was once an independent kingdom and is now a refuge for travelers who wish to explore the natural beauty of northern Thailand and its rich cultural heritage in peace and tranquility.
A quiet and tranquil province, Nan is nestled in a verdant valley in northern Thailand along the border with Laos. Because of its relative proximity to Luang Prabang, the historical capital of the Laotian Lan Xang kingdom, the earliest settlers in the area were Lan Xang’s Laotians, ethnic Tai who are distantly related to the Tai people who settled in central Thailand. These early settlers established themselves around present-day Pua district, which is rich in rock salt deposits, about 700 years ago. The earliest Nan rulers allied themselves with neighboring principalities to establish the kingdom of Lan Na. The center of power in Nan eventually moved south to the fertile Nan River basin, where the capital of Nan exists to this day. Nan's history, development, and architecture were greatly influenced by various neighboring kingdoms, in particular Sukhothai, which played important political and religious roles in shaping the development of Nan. Over the centuries however, Nan alternated between being an independent principality under the control of Lan Na, Sukhothai, Burma and Siam in that order. In 1558, the town was conquered and depopulated by the Burmese. By the late 18th century Nan forged an alliance with the new Bangkok centered Rattakosin Kingdom and existed as a semi-autonomous kingdom with a line of monarchs that ruled from 1786 until 1931. Today, Nan is still the home of numerous Thai Lue and other hill tribes who retain many of their fascinating customs and traditions.
The rural province of Nan is an attractive region of northern Thailand where there are high populations of hill tribe communities, including Hmong, N'tin, and Khamu. Much of Nan is devoted to agriculture, particularly rice and fruit cultivation.Nan features six national parks, including the stunning Doi Phukha National Park, which contains mountains nearly 2,000 m high. The rich natural beauty of Nan makes it an ideal destination for trekking as the remote province sees far fewer visitors than neighboring Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai. The provincial capital of Nan has a relaxed charm, an interesting history, some impressive temples, and a good museum. There are also a number of quality restaurants and bars along the town’s riverfront to plan your adventures into the countryside or relax after sightseeing in the town.
Doi Phukha National Park, To the north of Nan along Highway No. 1080 in Nong Bua district and with a further distance of 25 kilometres on the route to Bo Kluea district lies the Doi Phu Kha National P...
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Kaeng Luang: Kaeng means the rapids area of the river , Luang means huge or large. Therefore you might heard this name more than one place in Thailand. Kaeng Luang that we are talking about here refer...
Khun Sathan National Park covers the area of Nanoi and Namuen district. It was established as a national park about ten years ago From this reason, it may be not so well-known to tourists. However, th...
Khun Sathan Water Research Station
Khun Sathan Water Research Station is a unit under Khun Sathan National Park in Nan. This station is well known as an attraction of Nan because of the Cherry Blossom during new year celebrat...
The National Museum of Nan is situated at Pha Kong Road, Nai Wiang District, Amphoe Mueang Nan, Nan. The museum is opposite to Wat Phra That Chang Kham, near Wat Phumin. The style of the building is ...
Nunthaburi National Park covers an area of Mueang Nan district and Ban Luang district, as well as, a compound of the Nam Yao – Nam Suak and Tham Phu Toei National Forest Reserves. It comprises mixed d...
The foothill of Pha Chu is the location of Si Nan National Park’s office. Here in winter, the view of the sea of fog could be seen from the cliff top, while the snaking Nan River can also be seen down...
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Si Nan National Park covers an area approximately 934 square kilometers in Wiang Sa, Na oi and Na Muen districts. The undulating mountain ranges line up from the north to the south, paralleling on bot...
Wat Boon Yuen is a royal temple, aging over 200 years, Prince Attaworapanyo, the 55th Nan ruler, built the vihare. Then the temple was renamed as "Wat Boon Yuen" after the standing Buddha im...
Handiwork of Nan artisans, Wat Hua Khuang. Wat Hua Khuang reflects Lanna culture through its exquisite architecture crafted by Nan artisans. Apart from the wihan of the temple, the antique Ho Trai sho...
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Wat Ming Muang - Nan City Pillar Shrine
Wat Ming Muang is situated on Suriyaphong Road. The temple was once an abandoned temple where the city pillar, made of 2 huge trunks, was found in the ruins of its vihara. Chao Anantaworaritthidej, th...
Wat Phrathat Chae Haeng is a sacred place to worship, situated on the eastern side of the Nan River which was the former center of the Nan town after moving from Pua town. Wat Phra Borommathat Chae Ha...
Wat Phra That Chang Kham Worawihan
The temple was previously called “Wat Luang” or “Wat Luang Klang Wiang” as it was constructed to be a royal temple. According to the 74th stone of inscription discovered within the compound, this temp...
Wat Phra That Khao Noi - viewpoint of Nan
Phrathat (pagoda) Khao Noi situates on the summit of Khao Noi on the western side of Nan town. It was constructed during the reign of Chaopu Khaeng in 1487 containing The Lord Buddha’s hair. The arts ...
Wat Phuket is a temple located in Pua district, Nan. From the entrance nobody know what is under the ubosoth, many people just visit this temple and stop at the viewpoint which is a beautiful sunrise ...
Wat Phumin is a uniquely designed and the most interesting temple in Nan, which has a 4-portico, single building housing both the Ubosot and Vihan. Four Buddha statues with their backs against togethe...
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