Ancient Lanna History Explored

Chiang Mai Trip Overview

Lanna influences since the 13th century has made Chiang Mai a unique destination in terms of culture and traditions. We bring you to one of the few wooden temples still available to meeting and cooking traditional dishes at the home of a local family.

• An excellent opportunity to meet and greet a local family
• Sample a locally-cooked meal and help out in preparing it
• See one of the last wooden-framed temples in Chiang Mai,
• Dive deep into the authentic side of Chiang Mai heritage
• Wander through reminders of the Lanna Kingdom

Additional Info

Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours

What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand

Lanna influences since the 13th century has made Chiang Mai a unique destination in terms of culture and traditions. We bring you to one of the few wooden temples still available to meeting and cooking traditional dishes at the home of a local family.

• An excellent opportunity to meet and greet a local family
• Sample a locally-cooked meal and help out in preparing it
• See one of the last wooden-framed temples in Chiang Mai,
• Dive deep into the authentic side of Chiang Mai heritage
• Wander through reminders of the Lanna Kingdom

Itinerary
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Stop At: Wat Ton Kwen (Wat Intharawat), Ban Ton Kwen,Soi 3, Nong Kwai, 50230 Thailand

An excursion that captures the essence of what the Lanna Kingdom stood for and takes customers away from the tourism paths to get a sense of ancient Lanna culture and hospitality. We start the morning by heading in southern direction to the Hang Dong district.

En route we make a stop at the local Wat Ton Kwen (or Wat Inthrawat as it is also known for) temple. This testimony to the Lanna culture has a special place in the history books and as of today, the open pavilion and viharn remain under the supervision of the Thai Fine Arts Department to closely monitor carried-out renovation work. The aim is to keep the original structures intact as much as possible as one of the few wooden temples remaining in the province.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Chiang Mai Home Host by Raunkaew-Yanon Family, 3 หมู่ 11 Tambon Ban Waen, Amphoe Hang Dong, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50230, Thailand

We end our day in the Hang Dong district, where you will be warmly welcomed by the Ruankaew – Yanon family. They have been residents of this district for many generations and gladly welcome guests into their home. During your time – which includes a short lesson in cooking traditional northern cuisine – guests will immerse themselves into the lives of the family and for a short time, become a part of it. Cooking with northern Thai ingredients and flavours is different from the more well-known Thai dishes but the family is there to support your efforts in putting a home-cooked lunch on the table.

After saying goodbye to the family and thanking them for their hospitality, we head back to Chiang Mai and your booked accommodation.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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