Description of the attraction
In 1981, Doi Suthep Pui National Park was registered as the 24th park in Thailand. For several years, its territory has spread over 261 sq. Km.
The national park is located along the mountain range with the peaks of Doi Suthep, Doi Pui and Doi Buangha. Its highest point is Mount Doi Pui, which is 1,658 meters above sea level. Rivers flow in the gorges of the mountains, which are tributaries of a large waterway of the Ping River.
Thanks to the relief, the park maintains a pleasant climate throughout the year, with an average temperature of 16 ° C. On the territory of the national park, there are both evergreen tropical forests, as well as deciduous and pine. Deer, monkeys, macaques and more than 200 bird species live here in complete freedom.
There are many interesting and beautiful places in the national park. Some of them are known to many, others are yet to be discovered. For example, the winter royal residence is the Phu Ping Palace with an original landscape and a collection of rare flowers. The legendary Doi Suthep temple, built in 1384 under mysterious circumstances. A staircase of 300 steps, decorated with naga snakes leads to the temple, and a gorgeous view of Chiang Mai opens from its territory. Monument to the monk Phra Kru Ba Siwichai, who in 1934 contributed to the construction of the road from the foot of the mountain to the Doi Suthep temple. Huay Kaeo Falls, located right at the foot of Doi Suthep Mountain. The Monta Tan waterfall consists of three steps and impresses with a powerful fall of water from a great height. Mae Sa waterfall consists of 8 steps, each of which is from 100 to 500 meters. The Hmong village at the top of Doi Pui has preserved all the traditions of this people. There is no electricity or mobile phones, only clay floors, hand-woven clothing, and great views of the city.
