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2009-05-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

ภาคเหนือเป็นเมืองที่มีเสน่ห์ สามารถดึงดูดนักท่องเที่ยวจากทั่วโลก ด้วยปัจจัยความพร้อมหลายๆด้าน จึงเป็นเหตุผลที่ทำให้มีธุรกิจที่เกี่ยวกับการท่องเที่ยวเกิดขึ้นตลอดเวลา เพราะฉะนั้นการทำธุรกิจจึงเป็นเรื่องของการแข่งขัน ถึงแม้ท่านจะเป็นที่รู้จักแล้ว เราขอแนะนำ “กลยุทธ์ ที่จะทำให้ท่านเหนือกว่าคนอื่น”

วันนี้ลานนา อินโฟร์มีเดีย จำกัด มีข่าวดีอยากเรียนให้ท่านทราบ เราได้จัดทำแผนส่งเสริมการตลาด สำหรับผู้ที่สนใจกระตุ้นยอดขาย และประชาสัมพันธ์ธุรกิจของท่านให้เป็นที่รู้จัก อย่างมีระบบ

We are pleased to introduce Lanna Info Media Co., Ltd. to you, Chiang Mai’s leading provider of one-stop Public Relations and Marketing solutions to travel-related businesses.

As you are well aware, Northern Thailand’s offers a rich blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty that attracts millions of tourists every year. Chiang Mai, the “Rose of the North”, is the springboard to other Northern towns and provinces such as Chiang Rai, Mae Hong Son and Pai. All of these destinations bear their own unique charm and offer plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, all kinds of outdoor activities and relaxation. Besides, the area is increasingly becoming a major business hub and center for health and health education. Therefore, Northern Thailand is set to attract an ever-growing number of visitors from all parts of the world, thereby creating bright opportunities for all kinds of travel-related businesses.

Given these splendid prospects, many businesses have sprung up over the past few years, making the region a very competitive place. In order to stand out from the crowd and achieve long-term success, one necessitates a well thought-out Public Relations and Marketing strategy. This is where we come in. We are here to advise our customers on the right strategy to reach their target clientele and offer a range of corresponding products and services for ready implementation.

Please read on to see how we can help your business succeed.

Map Sabai Vol.41

2008-12-05T22:38:00.000-08:00

In the month's edition of Map Sabai (Vol.41)

Cover Photo:

Anemone Fish at Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium

Feature Story:

Opening of Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium

Art Space:
Featured Artist: Nay Myo Say, Myanmar

Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium

Chiang Mai residents’ dream of having the sea in their hometown has finally come true. “Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium” has just opened its doors to visitors from near and afar, showcasing thousands of sea and fresh water fish in Southeast Asia’s largest aquarium, which is stretched over the world’s longest acrylic tunnel.

Built on a more than 10-rai plot of land inside Chiang Mai Zoo, the new aquarium is set to become an educational center for ecology and marine life. Walking through a 133-meter acrylic tunnel underneath the 13,895-square-meter aquarium, visitors get an unprecedented view on more than 8,000 fishes of 250 salt and fresh water species from different habitats, such as the Chao Phraya, Mekong and Amazon rivers. Highlights include the “giant Mekong catfish”, sea sharks, and the crowd of colorful “Nemo” or anemone fish so popular with kids. Furthermore, there will be permanent exhibitions on local ecology, mangrove forests and the Mekong River marine environment after which the fresh water display is modeled.

The aquarium is open Mo-Fri 9.00-18.00 and Sa, Sun 9.00-19.00. Regular tickets – including admission to Chiang Mai Zoo - for foreigners are Bt 520 for adults and Bt 390 for children. For more information please call 053-401 144-147, or log-on to http://www.chiangmaiaquarium.com/

Map Sabai Vol.40

2008-11-10T01:51:00.000-08:00

In this month's edition of Map Sabai (Vol.40)

Cover Photo:

Yi Peng Lantern Festival

Feature Story:

Loy Krathong

Art Space:

Featured Artist: Tin Win

Loy Krathong

Loy Krathong is one of the oldest and most popular festivals held in Thailand. It is celebrated on the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional Thai lunar calendar, which this year falls on November 11-13.

During the festival, people set afloat (“loi”) a "krathong" – a raft made out of banana leaves, decorated with flowers, candles, incense sticks and some coins – while making a wish. The tradition of Loy Krathong in Thailand goes back to a romance in the Sukothai era in the 13th century. According to the legend, Nang Noppamas, a royal consort of King Ramkhamhaeng (the founder of Sukhothai), made the first krathong, setting it afloat on one of the canals of the palace so that it would drift past her lover the king. The king was delighted with the creation, and thus was the origins of the saying that if two lovers release a krathong and it stays afloat until out of sight, their love will last forever. Apart from the romantic interpretation, the act of floating away the krathong is symbolic of letting go of all one's bad virtues and sins, so that one can start life afresh on a better foot. Many Thai people believe that it will bring good luck, and they do it to venerate the Buddha with light (the candle on the tray) and to pay homage to the Goddess of Water.

In Chiang Mai, the Loy Krathong festival is traditionally accompanied by the “Yi Peng Lantern Festival”, where hot-air lantern balloons (“Khom Fai”) made of paper are launched into the night sky, seemingly filling the sky with thousands of brightly shining stars. Traditional belief has it that when these balloons are set adrift and floated away, so do the troubles of the people who launched them.

Another important part of the festivities is the parade of giant krathongs from Thapae Gate to the riverside, where one can also get a glimpse at the contestants to the “Noppamas Queen Contest”, the traditional Loy Krathong beauty contest which refers to the romantic origins of the festival back in the Sukhothai era.

Map Sabai Vol.39

2008-10-01T04:27:00.000-07:00

In this month's edition of Map Sabai (Vol.39)

Cover Photo:

Plenty of Vegetables for Vegetarian Days at Warorot Market

Feature Story:

Vegetarian Days in Chiang Mai

Art Space:

Featured Artist: Santi Vipaka

Feature:

Vegetarian Days in Chiang Mai

For those of us who prefer the vegetarian way of life, Chiang Mai offers plenty of opportunities this month to indulge in meatless cuisine with ease and pleasure. Talk is about the traditional Vegetarian Days, which will be held throughout the city from September 29 to October 7.

For a better understanding of this special festival, a closer look at vegetarianism prevalent in Thailand may be helpful. Broadly speaking, there are two main forms of vegetarian food commonly available:
‘Aharn mang-sa-wi-rat’ (อาหาร มังสะวิรัด), as widely known in the West, does not contain meats, but can include eggs and milk products. It is available in many vegetarian-friendly restaurants throughout Chiang Mai, as well as in ordinary restaurants upon special order. (order ‘Mai sai nuea sat’ ไม่ใส่เนื้อสัตว์)

‘Aharn je’ (อาหาร เจ ), on the other hand, is similar to vegan food and particularly popular among Thai people. Strongly influenced by Chinese tradition, this type of food goes beyond meatless cuisine, in that it does not contain any products derived from animals, nor garlic or onions. People who follow this diet do so not only for health reasons but also as part of their spiritual practice, as it is believed to cleanse both body and mind.

The Vegetarian Days to a large extent have their roots in spiritual tradition, as the festival also marks the end of the Buddhist Lent, the traditional three-month rainy season retreat during which Buddhists ought to adopt a more ascetic life-style, renouncing meat, alcohol and smoking. Correspondingly, the type of vegetarian food typically consumed during this time is ‘Aharn je’.

Whether or not one is vegetarian or shares the aforementioned beliefs, ‘Aharn je’ provides a tasty alternative to ordinary food once in a while. It is widely available throughout Chiang Mai in specially designated restaurants easy to recognize by their yellow-red signs outside.

Map Sabai Vol. 38

2008-09-02T20:26:00.000-07:00

In this month's edition of Map Sabai (Vol.38)

Cover Photo: Having a break in the jungle

Northern Attractions

Horse Riding in the jungle of Northern Thailand

Art Space

Featured Artist: Kamol Sarikanon

Featured: Horse Riding in the jungle of Northern Thailand

Have you ever dreamed of horseback riding? But never dared to do it? You thought it would be too difficult, too expensive and take many years of hard training? Well, you might want to think again. With a little effort you could soon find yourself riding through Northern Thailand’s jungles on the back of one of ‘mankind’s dearest friends’.

In the charming town of Phrao, just two hours north of Chiangmai, one only needs to mention the name ‘Ban Maa’ and the local people will respond with a big smile. Chances are they will immediately point you to the small ranch across the river, where horses can be seen chewing along fresh straw, just waiting for them to get saddled for the next adventurers who come here from afar to join unique horse trekking tours through the nearby jungle. Welcome to Thai Horse Farm.

Thai Horse Farm has been offering horse treks for many years, which is evident in its high level of professionalism demonstrated during all stages of the tour. There are no specific requirements to the guests, except for some healthy enthusiasm, a sense for nature, and an open mind for a great new experience. While some horseback riding skills may be helpful, it is by no means mandatory as the experienced team will take enough time to make guests acquainted with their horses. Typical trekking tours stretch over four days, with each day being packed with new impressions and memorable experiences. After learning the basics of horseback riding, one will soon find oneself trekking through the jungle up and down steep mountaineous terrain, passing far-off hill tribe villages on the way. Constantly being in close touch with nature, guests soon learn to feel comfortable in this news environment, taking baths at untouched waterfalls, using simple tools for the preparation of delicious dishes, and sleeping in tents and bamboo huts surrounded by the sounds of wilderness.

Thai Horse Farm only accepts only small groups of 2-4 people in order to make sure that every guest gets the most out of the journey. Inquiries are welcome all year round, even though the best time for trekking tours is generally from July to February.

More information is available online at http://www.thaihorsefarm.com/, or via email at visit@thaihorsefarm.com.

Map Sabai Vol.37

2008-08-04T01:19:00.000-07:00

In this month's edition of Map Sabai (Vol.37)

Cover Photo: Farmer completing a day of hard work

Northern Attractions

In Tribute to the North's Farmers

Art Space

Featured Artist:
Suppharat Ratcharin

Featured: In Tribute to the North's Farmers

Given the countless cultural and natural attractions Northern Thailand offers to visitors, it is easy to overlook a different aspect of this region, which may be less spectacular than all the golden temples, steep waterfalls, elephant rides and the like, but which is at least as important to the country, society, and increasingly to the whole world.

The talk is about farming and agriculture, source of a great part of Thailand’s richness. It is in fact the people who relentlessly work in the fields day-in day-out, often poor subsistence farmers, to which urban areas like Chiang Mai owe their daily supply of fruits, vegetables and - most importantly – rice. It used to be that these farmers not only had to work hard without receiving either sufficient monetary compensation, or appropriate social appreciation. Fortunately for them, though, their situation has changed to the better with the increase in global food prices, which is being felt not only in Thailand but worldwide. With prices for rice having more than doubled this year, and those of many other agricultural products following suit, leading to consumers’ panic and sometimes riots in far-away parts of the world, it is no wonder that more and more people have finally come to appreciate the real value that farmers contribute to society. It is the very purpose of this article to call this fact in mind and pay tribute to those people.

When traveling in Northern Thailand this time of the year, one has ample opportunity to get a first-hand impression of the importance of agriculture throughout the region. The seemingly endless paddy fields, deep-green fruit and vegetable plantations, and corn being grown up steep hills in between tea and coffee plantations, are best proof of this. The next time you pass by one of those stunning fields, you might want to keep in mind the hard-working people who are the driving force behind it all.

Map Sabai Vol.36

2008-06-29T00:43:00.000-07:00

In this month's edition of Map Sabai (Vol.36)

Cover Photo: The Chinese Martyrs' Museum in Mae Salong

Northern Attractions

The Kuomintang in Doi Mae Salong

Art Space

Featured Artist:

Narongyot Tongyoo

Featured: The Kuomintang in Doi Mae Salong

If one visits the pristine town of Mae Salong high up in the mountains of Chiang Rai district, one will be immediately captured by its unique charm, due not only to its astonishing surroundings of rolling, deep-green mountains, but also due to its rich diversity of ethnic peoples. Besides Thais and a few hill tribes, this mainly includes ethnic Chinese, descendants of the Kuomintang (KMT), who have lent the town its strong Chinese character.

The history of the KMT in Mae Salong goes back to 1949 when they were forced to leave their home territory in Yunnan by the Chinese communists. Many years of struggle in northern Myanmar ensued, after which many of the KMT soldiers and their families sought refuge in Taiwan, while an equally large number fled to Northern Thailand where they were granted refugee status in 1969. The following years were marked by fighting against the Thai communists, which earned the KMT benevolence of the Thai government, and against drug lord Khun Sa and the Shan United Army (SUA) in a power struggle over control of the opium trade in the Golden Triangle. Since Khun Sa’s retreat to Myanmar in the 1980’s, and different crop substitution programs initiated by the Thai Royal family, the role of the drug trade has lost its significance in the area. Nowadays most KMT descendants earn their living from the cultivation of tea, coffee and other crops, and dominate the tourism trade in the Mae Salong, which was later renamed ‘Santikhiri’ (Hill of Peace). The past few weeks have been a special highlight in the lives of many ethnic Chinese people, as they were finally awarded Thai citizenship.

To learn more about the history of the KMT, we recommend a visit to the Chinese Martyrs’ Memorial Museum while in Mae Salong, or have a chat with former KMT soldiers, such as the owner of Little Home Guesthouse. If you want to see history alive, climb up to Mae Salong Villa, whose owner Mr. Lei Yu Tian is the last surviving KMT general, now more than 90 years old.

Dining Guide Vol.3

2008-05-29T07:52:00.000-07:00

In this month's edition of Dining Guide (Volume 3)

Cover Photo:

Caprese Salad - Courtesy of Caffe Gourmet

Feature:

Viva Italia - A look at Italian Restaurants in Chiang Mai

In Season:

Mango

Recipe of the Month:

Steamed Fish with Whiskey Dressing - presented by Asia Scenic Thai Cooking School

Map Sabai Vol.35

2008-05-29T07:18:00.000-07:00

In this month's feature edition of Map Sabai (Vol.35)

Cover Photo: Wat Pa Sak in Chiang Saen

Northern Attractions

Visit to Chiang Saen

Art Space

Featured Artist: Sutat Kunah

Featured: Chiang Saen

Located at the southern part of the Golden Triangle between Sop Ruak and Chiang Khong on the banks of the Mekong River, Chiang Saen is an interesting place to visit not only for its vibrant atmosphere as a major trading crossroads, but especially for its historic significance.
Chiang Saen was built in 1328 as one of the best fortified towns of its age by King Saen Phu, the grandson of the first king of Chiangmai, King Mengrai. The city walls and the surrounding moat should protect the town from invaders from the north, particularly the Burmese, who considered the town a strategic post for the invasion of the Lanna Kingdom. After centuries of conflict between the Siamese and Burmese over Chiang Saen, the Burmese were finally defeated and pushed out of the territory. Chiang Saen was leveled in 1804 by King Rama I in order to remove its temptation for invaders, and it was re-occupied by descendants of the original inhabitants in 1881 by King Rama V.

Chiang Saen’s history of external influences is clearly reflected in the different architectural structures of the city’s temples which are scattered throughout town, carefully preserved or restored. Some of the most impressive temples include Wat Jedi Luang, known for its tall octagonal chedi, built in the 14th century by King Saen Phu in typical Lanna art style, and Wat Pa Sak, the teak forest temple which is situated in the middle of the historic park. For a great view over Chiang Saen and the Mekong, one should pay a visit to Wat Phra That Chom Chang, located on a hilltop north of town.

A good starting point to a visit of Chiang Saen is the National Museum which provides excellent information about the city’s past, its architectural and art styles, along with a display of many historic artefacts from the area.

Dining Guide Chiang Mai - English

2008-05-26T06:25:00.000-07:00

All about Eating and Drinking in Chiang Mai
(please click here for Thai)

www.diningguidechiangmai.com

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We have pleasure to introduce Dining Guide, Chiang Mai’s only up-to-date magazine dedicated to sharing the best culinary experiences in Thailand’s beautiful “Rose of the North”.

Dining Guide meets the demand of Chiang Mai visitors for reliable information and recommendations about where to eat and drink in town. Tourists nowadays literally have a choice of hundreds of different establishments to choose from when it comes to eating out in Chiang Mai. With all these choices available to them, how do YOU distinguish yourself from the crowd and attract customers to YOUR establishment?

Targeted advertising is the answer. With Dining Guide you now have the chance to advertise the uniqueness and specialties of your business to your preferred customer target group - Chiang Mai visitors looking for delicious food and drinks in town. Thanks to its convenient pocket-book format, Dining Guide is an easy-to-use guide book that can comfortably be carried around by tourists all the time, serving as their ‘personal advisor’ whenever they crave for snacks, an exclusive dinner, or simply look for a nice place to hang out and enjoy themselves over a drink.

Distributed at over 100 tourist-specific locations throughout Chiang Mai, including travel agents, leading hotels, guesthouses and Chiang Mai International Airport, Dining Guide is the culinary and entertainment guide-book of choice for Chiang Mai visitors, that will accompany them during their journey to the ‘Rose of the North’ and beyond.

Be part of Chiang Mai’s recommended restaurants, cafes and pubs. Reserve your space in Dining Guide today.

Dining Guide Chiang Mai - Thai

2008-05-26T06:18:00.001-07:00

การทำโฆษณา ประชาสัมพันธ์ เพื่อธุรกิจ ร้านภัตตาคาร อาหารและ สถานบันเทิง กับ

Dining Guide (click here for English)

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Dining Guide คือนิตยสารที่ทันสมัย จัดทำขึ้นเพื่อบอกกล่าว และแบ่งปันถึง ความสนุกสนาน ความสำราญ จากแหล่งบันเทิง การได้สัมผัสการรับประทานอาหารที่ยอดเยี่ยม ของเชียงใหม่
Dining Guide เหมาะสำหรับนักท่องเที่ยวที่ต้องการคำแนะนำข้อมูลที่น่าเชื่อถือ ที่เกี่ยวกับสถานที่ ที่รับประทานอาหาร ที่ดื่ม ที่สังสรรค์ ในเมืองเชียงใหม่ จากจำนวนที่มีมากกว่าร้อยกว่าที่
ด้วยเหตุนี้ควรทำอย่างไรให้กับธุรกิจของคุณแตกต่างจากผู้อื่น และสามารถดึงดูดนักท่องเที่ยวมาเป็นลูกค้าของคุณ การทำโฆษณากับ Dining Guide ด้วยเอกลักษณ์ที่พิเศษของธุรกิจของท่าน นำเสนอต่อกลุ่มลูกค้า
เนื่องจาก Dining Guide เป็นหนังสือขนาดพกพา ง่ายต่อการใช้ เป็นไกด์ บุ๊ค เปรียบเสมือนที่ปรึกษาส่วนตัว สำหรับเรื่องนันทนาการ อีกทั้งเรามีจุดแจกมากกว่า 100 ที่ กระจายตามจุดต่างๆที่มีนักท่องเที่ยวทั่วเมืองเชียงใหม่ อย่างเช่น เอเจนซี่ทัวร์ โรงแรมต่างๆ เกสท์เฮาส์ สนามบิน ฯลฯ

รูปแบบ และคอนเซ็ปการทำหนังสือ
-หน้าปก เน้นรูปอาหาร บรรยากาศของร้านต่างๆ
-คอลัมภ์ ที่เขียนเกี่ยวกับปก
-คอลัมภ์ Places to go ที่ Setupสำหรับประชาสัมพันธ์ร้านต่างๆที่เป็นสปอร์นเซอร์นอกเหนือจากโฆษณา
-คอลัมภ์ แนะนำเกี่ยวกับอาหารในฤดูต่างๆ
-Listing โดย Setup Menu พร้อมราคา และ แผนที่ข้อมูลที่ช่วยให้ใช้สะดวกยิ่งขึ้น
-คอลัมภ์ ศัพท์ภาษาไทยที่ใช้ในร้านอาหาร
-คอลัมภ์ สอนทำอาหารไทย

ในการออกหนังสือครั้งนี้มีความคาดหวังเพื่อโปรโมท ธุรกิจด้านอาหาร และ หวังช่วยยกระดับวงการอาหารของเชียงใหม่ ให้เป็นทีรู้จักแก่นักท่องเที่ยว

Map Sabai Vol.34

2008-05-09T20:51:00.001-07:00

In this month's feature edition of Map Sabai (Vol.34)

Cover Photo: Napamaytanidol Chedi – Doi Inthanon

Northern Attractions

Doi Inthanon

Art Space

Featured Artist: Phisanu Nantapaipun

Featured: Doi Inthanon

When looking for a refuge from the boiling-hot temperatures these days, an escape to higher terrain may be just the ideal solution. Why not undertake a trip to Thailand’s highest mountain, Doi Inthanon, located just a few hours south of Chiang Mai?

At 2565m elevation, Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain peak of Thailand, often referred to as the ‘roof of Thailand’. Surrounded by an area spanning of about 480km2, it is a designated National Park, featuring magnificent waterfalls, flora and excellent views all along the way up to the summit. Formerly called Doi Ang Ka, the mountain was renamed Doi Inthanon after the last ruler of Chiang Mai, Prince Intharawichayanon, whose main interest was to preserve the forests of the area as the watershed for the country. His remains are enshrined in the Inthanon Wichayanon stupa on the summit of Doi Inthanon, next to the giant sign “The highest point in Thailand”.

One of the most impressive elements of Doi Inthanon are undoubtedly the Nepamaytanidol Chedis situated near the summit, overseeing stunning forests and surrounded by beautiful flower gardens. The chedis were built to commemorate the 60th birthday of the present King and Queen in 1987 and 1992, respectively. The royal family has undertaken several development projects in the area, the fruits of which can be clearly seen throughout the National Park. The Royal Development Projects have laid the foundation for a new livelihood of the local hilltribe peoples by showing them ways to conduct sustainable agriculture, growing all kinds of fruits and vegetables.

NOWServing Chiang Mai Restaurant Guide

2008-04-18T21:46:00.000-07:00

การทำโฆษณา ประชาสัมพันธ์ เพื่อธุรกิจ ร้านภัตตาคาร อาหารและ สถานบันเทิง กับ

NOWServing (click here for English)

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NOWserving คือนิตยสารที่ทันสมัย จัดทำขึ้นเพื่อบอกกล่าว และแบ่งปันถึง ความสนุกสนาน ความสำราญ จากแหล่งบันเทิง การได้สัมผัสการรับประทานอาหารที่ยอดเยี่ยม ของกุหลาบเมืองเหนือ

NOWserving เหมาะสำหรับนักท่องเที่ยวที่ต้องการคำแนะนำข้อมูลที่น่าเชื่อถือ ที่เกี่ยวกับสถานที่ ที่รับประทานอาหาร ที่ดื่ม ที่สังสรรค์ ในเมืองเชียงใหม่ เราคือตัวช่วยให้นักท่องเที่ยวสามารถเลือกได้จากจำนวนที่มีมากกว่าร้อยกว่าที่
ด้วยเหตุนี้ควรทำอย่างไรให้กับธุรกิจของคุณแตกต่างจากผู้อื่น และสามารถดึงดูนักท่องเที่ยวมาเป็นลูกค้าของคุณ
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2008-04-09T00:25:00.000-07:00

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Map Sabai - Thai

2008-04-08T23:02:00.000-07:00

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NOWServing Vol.2

2008-04-08T22:13:00.001-07:00

Songkran Edition

NOWServing Vol.1

2008-04-08T22:08:00.001-07:00

Cover Photo couresy of Yok Fah Noodle Shop

Past editions of NOWServing Magazine

2008-04-08T22:05:00.000-07:00

Find below a list of the past editions of NOWServing - Guide to Chiang Mai's Best Restaurants, Pubs & Clubs:

NOWServing Vol.1

Distribution points of NOWServing

2008-04-08T21:52:00.001-07:00

NOWServing magazine is distributed at over 180 selected locations throughout Chiang Mai City, in cooperation with Chiang Mai's BEST! brochure distribution service. Locations include

* Travel agencies & Tour operators,
* Guest Houses & Chiang Mai Hotels
* Restaurants
* High End Hotel Concierge services,
* “Taxi Meter” City Taxis , Chiang Mai’s leading Taxi service .
* Chiang Mai’s incoming transportation hubs, Airport and Train Station

If you want your copy of NOWServing delivered direcly to you, please contact us.

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* เอเจนซี่ ทัวร์
* เกสท์เฮาส์ และโรงแรมต่างๆ
* ร้านอาหาร
นอกจากนี้ยังมีจุดแจกที่
สนามบิน ในส่วนของจุดรับจองโรงแรม,เคาน์เตอร์จำหน่ายตั๋ว SGA, เอเจนซี่ทัวร์ใน ด้านสนามบินนานาชาติ, ททท,สถานีรถไฟ และ แท๊กซี่มิเตอร์

Following is a list of selected distribution points of NOWServing:

Chiang Mai International Airport

Travel Agencies (Chiang Mai):

Chiang Mai Phu Thai Tour
RC Travel
Kalae Infotoper
Center Place
P.M Travel
The Best Travel
Panda Ampai
BUA
All Season Travel
Fellowship Travel
Travellers Point
Panda Tour and Trekking
F A B Tour
Original Northern Thai Travel
Asia Active
Travel Fine
Supachai Tour 2
Sunny Tours
STC Tour (Chiang mai Phucome Hotel)
Jimmy Travel
Boonsong Tour
Lanna Discovery
Free time Tour
Taxi and carrent ( Novotel )
Penguin Tours
Travel Center
Mae Ping Carrent
Ginney Tour
B.K.C.Tour
Thai Unique tour
Thai Exotic Tour
Chiang Mai Supachai Tour
Mongkol Dee Tour
North Horizon Tour
Night Sky Travel
Penguin Tours
Wandering Star Tour
Queen Bee
Northern Sun @ Travel
Jocky Tours
MAU
Chiang Mai Rock Climbing
Northern Sun @ Travel

GT- Eco Tour
World Travel Service
Travel On
Rowako Tour
Chiang Mai Mountain Biking
Patthama tour
R&G Travel
Northern Trek and Travel
C.M SunStar Travel
Silverstar
Chiang Mai Five Star Tour
Chinaphat N Travel
CM Great Travel
CM Sun Star Travel
Khuan SIRI
Nuntana Chiang Mai
Tiger Tour
Trek &Travel
Udiya Tour

Guesthouses

Buri Gallery
Kim Guesthouse
Gap's House
V Guest house
M.D. House
Mini Cost GH.

Nice Place 1
Future Tour ( Chaing Mai Thai House)
Red Brick
Lanna House
Travel Lodge
B.M.P.House
White House
B.M.P. Residence
Top North Guesthouse
Sripat GH
Banana GH
Parami Guesthouse
NICE PLACE TOURS 2
Lanna Thai GH
Sarabu GH
Hollanda Montri GH
Nam khong GH
Royal Guesthouse Tours
Lanna Logde
Safe House GH
Traveller Inn
P.T
Thapae Place
Thaphae Garden GH
Jonnada
Golden Fern
Nat GH
Sutjai Guest House
Your House 1 GH.
Na Inn

Hotels

Universal (Star In Hotel)
Green Palace
Chiang Mai President
Amora Thapae Hotel Chiang Mai
Travel Delight
CLT
Lotus Pang Suan Kaew Hotel
Royal Panerai Hotel
Thanyalak Travel (Royal Lanna Hotel )
Juasmine Travel ( Chaing Mai Plaza )
Roong Rung Hotel
Green Lodge
Royal peninsula
Sumit Hotel
Pornping Tower
Universal (Raming Lodge)
Prince Hotel
Universal ( Novotel )
Sri Tokyo Hotel
Chaing Mai Orchid Hotel
Chiang Mai Diamond Tour
People Place
Nuan Prani
Baan Keaw
Montri Hotel
B.P City Hotel
Top North HOTEL
Karintrip village
Yaang Come village

Restaurants

Noi's Kitchen
Canyon Coffee
Blue Diamond Restaurant
California Miguel's Cafe
The Local
Red Lion
The Duke
Corner Tour & Restaurant
Siam River Adventures
The Duke
Amazing Sandwich
Amazing Sandwich
Chiang Mai Saloon
Cooking Garden
DA MATTIA
Thai thai restaurant & GH
The Pub

NOWServing Restaurant Guide for Chiang Mai

2008-04-08T21:16:00.000-07:00

Welcome to NOWServing
Chiang Mai's Best Restaurants, Pubs & Clubs
(please click here for Thai)

The latest edition
Past editions
Distribution points
Advertise with us

NOWserving is Chiang Mai’s only up-to-date magazine dedicated to sharing the best nightly entertainment and culinary experiences in Thailand’s beautiful “Rose of the North”.

NOWserving meets the demand of Chiang Mai visitors for reliable information and recommendations about where to eat, drink and party in town – WHEN THEY NEED IT! Tourists literally have a choice of hundreds of different establishments to choose from when it comes to eating out in Chiang Mai. When it comes to party, Chiang Mai never sleeps and offers plenty of pubs and clubs that have people spinning until the early morning hours. With all the choices available to tourists, how do you distinguish yourself from the crowd and attract customers to YOUR establishment?

Targeted advertising is the answer. With NOW serving magazine you now have the chance to advertise the uniqueness and specialties of your business to your preferred customer target group - Chiang Mai visitors looking for delicious food, drinks and entertainment in town. Thanks to its convenient pocket-book format, NOWserving magazine is an easy-to-use guide book that can comfortably be carried around by tourists all the time, serving as their ‘personal advisor’ whenever they crave for snacks, an exclusive dinner, or simply look for a nice place to hang out and enjoy themselves over a drink.

Distributed at over 200 tourist-specific locations throughout Chiang Mai, including travel agents, leading hotels, guesthouses and Chiang Mai International Airport, NOWserving is the culinary and entertainment guide-book of choice for Chiang Mai visitors, that will accompany them during their journey to the ‘Rose of the North’ and beyond.

Be part of Chiang Mai’s recommended restaurants, pubs & clubs and contact us to reserve your space in NOWserving magazine.

Map Sabai Vol.33

2008-03-31T21:38:00.001-07:00

In this month's feature edition of Map Sabai (Vol.33)

Cover Photo: Scented Water Set for Rod Nam Dam Hua

Songkran - Thai New Year

The origins of Songkran and typical rites

Art Space

Featured Artist: Phanthong Saenchan

Featured: Songkran - Thai New Year

The origins of Songkran Festival

The Songkran Festival marks the celebration Thai New Year and officially stretches over four days from April 13th – 15th. It includes the celebrations of the end of the old year and the beginning of the new year, set on April 15th. The term ‘Songkran’ is derived from Pali language and refers to the movement of the sun from Aries to Taurus, marking the beginning of a new astrological year.
The Thai New Year is the product of astrological and lunar features as incorporated in Buddhist philosophy, as well as features from the old Siam lunar calendar which is based on the annual farming season.
The origins of the Thai lunar calendar go back to the Tai people, who migrated to present-day Thailand from southern China long before the foundation of Thailand. Their calendar was lunar and based on the farming cycle of their area, with the first lunar month being late November-early December, and the twelfth lunar month being late October-early November. Over time, though, with the Tais’ migration, change in farming cycles and the adoption of astrological and lunar features from Buddhism, the Thai New Year came to be celebrated in April, the fifth month of the Thai lunar calendar.

Typical Songkran Rites

Songkran Parade

The Songkran parade traditionally takes place on the 13th of April, or Wan Sangkhan Lhong. It includes revered Buddha images being carried through the streets for people to sprinkle scented water on. In Chiang Mai, the Buddha statue being paraded is Phra Phuttha Singh which is housed at Wat Phra Singh.
Sand Chedis
On the second day of the Songkran Festival, Wan Nao, people in Chiang Mai traditionally go to the Ping River to collect sand which is used to construct decorated sand chedis in the temple compounds.

Cleansing of Buddha images

The third day, known as Wan Prayawan, is the first day of the new year. Families traditionally sprinkle scented water on Buddha images at home and at the temples and give food and other goods to the monks as part of their merit making.

Rod Nam Dam Hua

Rod Nam Dam Hua, practiced on the third and fourth day of the festival, Wan Bpaak Bpee, is an important ceremony for people to pay respect to their ancestors, elders and honored people. During the celebration, flower-scented water is poured over the hands of the person being paid respect who in turn express good wishes and words of blessing for the New Year. The water symbolizes cleansing, refreshment of the spirit and all good things associated with life.

Tying of Strings

The ritual of the tying of strings involves the tying of strings around the wrists of others and expressing good wishes for the New Year. While tying the strings, the person recites short prayers and blessings for the receiving person.

White Powder

The ritual of applying white powder to another person’s face is one of the oldest Songkran traditions. The white paste is a sign of protection to ward off evil and is usually applied to various parts of the face, neck and torso of others.

Map Sabai Vol. 32

2008-03-01T20:24:00.000-08:00

In this month's feature edition of Map Sabai (Vol.32)

Cover: Elephant sculpture at the King Naresuan Shrine in Mae Suai, Chiang Rai province

Northern Attractions

Portrait: King Naresuan the Great
Wiang Haeng
Wat Fa Wiang In
Lak Taeng

Art Space

Featured Artist: Noppadon Putipin

Northern Attraction featured in Vol .32:

King Naresuan the Great

The memorial shrines in Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai province and Mae Suai, Chiang Rai district, commemorate the bravery and achievements of King Naresuan the Great and his achievements to restore independence and dignity in the Kingdom of Ayyuthaya. Typical for the shrines at both locations are the giant elephant scultpures, symbolizing the essential role of elephants in past war times. Equally impressive and astonishing is the large number of rooster sculptures around the shrines, referring to the King’s passion for fighting cocks.

Born in 1555 to King Thammaraja, who had capitulated the Kingdom of Ayutthaya to the Burmese, then-Prince Naresuan spent most of his childhood and formative years in Burma as a royal hostage.

Having received his military education in Burma amidst his enemies, Prince Narusuan first came to fame at the young age of 16 when he managed to overthrow an uprising in a Burmese town in Shan Kingdom, thus bringing about jealousies and great rivalry from the Burmese rulers. With the trust and loyalty of his army and local towns people, he declared independence and restoration for the Kingdom of Siam in 1584 at the age of 29, moving back to Ayutthaya where his father had still been ruler.

Prince Naresuan became King in 1590 at the age of 35 upon the death of his father. Determined to drive the Burmese from the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, King Naresuan defeated them in a fierce battle at Nhong Sarai in Supanburi on January 25. It was during this battle that King Naresuan faced the Crown Prince of Burma, killing him with his fighting lance from the back of his war elephant. January 25 is ever since celebrated as Thailand’s National Armed Forces day.

In 1605 King Naresuan and his younger brother, PriàEgatosrost, aimed at Ava, which had annexed two of Ayutthaya’s Shan Protectorates. They led their troops from Ayutthaya through Chiangmai, before separating ways, with Egastosrost proceeding North to Faang and King Naresuan taking the route West toward Hang – present-day ‘Wiang Haeng’. It was in Wiang Haeng that King Naresuan fell sick and eventually died from blood-poisoning on 15 May 1605, at age 50. King Naresuan’s coffin was taken back to Ayutthya by his brother.

Photo Impressions of King Naresuan Memorial Shrines

Monstruous elephant sculpture at Memorial Shrine in Mae Suai, Chiang Rai province

King Naresuan Memorial Shrine in Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai province

Giant rooster sculpture with Memorial Shrine in background, Wiang Haeng

Wiang Haeng

Wiang Haeng is the name of a little-known town and district in the North-Western part of Chiang Dao National Park, bordering Myanmar. The area is home to a population of several hill tribes, Tai-Yai and Haw peoples, who are mostly engaged in farming and still follow their traditional lifestyles. Situated in a wide and elevated valley in between rolling mountains, the area enjoys cool climate throughout much of the year, and is well-known for its misty morning hours lending the town its lazy and romantic touch.

The town can be reached via a winding road through forests and mountains, passing several villages and providing stunning view points on the way.

Lisu hilltribe children at Ban Nam Bor Mai near Wiang Haeng

Wat Fa Wiang In

Wat Fa Wiang In is a Shan-style temple located in Lak Taeng in Wiang Haeng district, Chiang Mai province, right on the Thai-Burmese border. It is believed to have been built by King Naresuan himself, whose statue is situated right next to the chedi. The temple was restored in the late 60s by the Shan United Revolutionary Army and later devided in two parts, with the golden pagoda on the Thai side and the red chapel on the Burmese side.

Lae Taeng

Wat Fa Wiang In is a Shan-style temple located in Lak Taeng in Wiang Haeng district, Chiang Mai province, right on the Thai-Burmese border. It is believed to have been built by King Naresuan himself, whose statue is situated right next to the chedi. The temple was restored in the late 60s by the Shan United Revolutionary Army and later devided in two parts, with the golden pagoda on the Thai side and the red chapel on the Burmese side.

Photo impressions of Wat Fa Wiang In in Lak Taeng

Golden Chedi on the Thai side of Wat Fa Wiang In, Lak Taeng

Inside the chedi

King Naresuan at Wat Fa Wiang In

Map Sabai Vol.31

2008-01-25T02:26:00.000-08:00

In this month's feature edition of Map Sabai (Vol.31)

Cover: Roses, photo taken at Phuphing Palace, Chiang Mai

Northern Attractions

Phuphing Palace
Arunothai
Muang Na Nua Caves
Sir Sungwan Waterfall
Pong Ung Hot Spring

Art Space
Featured Artist: Dennapa Sodsai

Phuphing Palace

Built in 1961 and located close to Wat Phra Thart Doi Suthep on Doi Buak Ha overlooking Chiang Mai, Phuhping Palace mainly serves as the royal winter residence and occasionally as a place where the royal family welcomes prominent State visitors from abroad.
Nearby the main royal palace are several smaller residential buildings and a shrine housing a Buddha image for the royal prayer (Hor Phra). Most impressive, though, are the beautifully landscaped gardens and the abundance of all sorts of colorful flowers leading the way throughout the entire site, peaking in the Rose Garden (Suan Suwaree). Elevated on a plateau overlooking the lush green Fern Garden is the water reservoir, where the sight of fountains and lavish flower decorations combines with the sound of subtle music to create a unique atmosphere of joy, peace and romance.
Phuphing Palace is the most beautiful during the cold season (December through Feburary) when flowers are in full blossom. As such, it may be the ideal destination on Valentines day. The gates are open to visitors everyday from 8.30am to 4.30pm.

1961年に建てられプーピンパレスはチェンマイを見下ろすドイブアックハのドイステープ寺の近くにあります。宮殿は王族が北タイへの季節訪問の間とどまる冬の住居です。
それと両陛下が時折海外からの重要な国賓を歓迎する場所として用いられます。宮殿の近くには小さな住居用の建物（ログハウス）やホープラと呼ばれる王族がお祈りのための仏像が納められた聖堂があります。特に美しく整備された庭とでは豊富でカラフルな花が全て至る所に通じている先端のローズガーデン（スワンスワリー）は注目に値します。青々とした緑を見渡している高原のファーン庭園の上は、貯水池になっていて、噴水と贅沢な花の装飾の光景は微妙な音楽の音と結び付いて、喜び、平和とロマンスの独特の空気をつくっています。プーピンパレスの最も美しい季節は花が満開になる冬の間（12月～2月）の間です。毎日8時半から夕方4時半まで開放されています。

Arunothai

Located on the Thai-Burmese border about 45km north of Chiang Dao on the foot of the mountains leading up to Doi Ankhang, Arunothai boasts a unique atmosphere due to its diverse population of Chinese, Thai and Burmese origin. The first settlers being personnel of the former Kuomintang Party in mainland China, the town bears a strong Chinese character, as reflected in people’s lifestyles and language. Arunothai has in the past earned a bad reputation as a notorious drug-trafficking center. Since the implementation of harsh rules by the Thai army, though, the narcotics trade has decreased remarkably and the town has turned into a peaceful community where people earn their living from the trade of goods and agricultural products. Arunothai is well worth as visit, to shop for Chinese goods such as desserts and tea, or to take a relaxing walk around the beautiful lake in the center of town.

ドイアンカーンの先のふもとタイとミャンマーの国境付近にあるアルーノタイは、主に中国を起源とする人々が居住している為に独特の雰囲気を持っています。最初の移民は中国本土からの旧国民党の党員たちで、町は人々のライフスタイルと言語で反映された漢字であふれています。アルーノタイは過去に悪名高い麻薬の密売の中心地としての悪評をもたらしていました。しかしその後タイ軍の厳しい指導により麻薬の取引は際立って減少しました。そして町は商品取引と農産品から生計を立て、静かなコミュニティに変わりました。アルーノタイは中国の商品、例えばデザートとお茶を買うか、町の中央のすばらしい湖のまわりでリラックスしながら散歩をする為に訪れるのにたいへん価値があります。

Muang Na Nua Caves

Just about 20km outside of Arunothai on the way to Muang Nga, off the main road at Muang Na, is the Muang Na Nua cave system, made up of the Chaeng-Pa Hok, Lom, Ngam and Nam caves. All being different in structure and challenging to walk through, these limestone caves may be a great opportunity for cave enthusiasts to explore in tranquility without being surrounded by dozens of other visitors.

ちょうどアルーノタイから20ｋｍ外側のムアン・ヌアへ行く途中で、ムアン・ヌアの大通りから離れており、ムアン・ナ・ヌア洞窟系で、チャン―パ・ホック、ロム、ガムとナム洞穴から成り立っています。すべて構造が異なるので、挑戦して歩いてみましょう。これらの石灰岩の洞穴は洞穴マニアが大勢の他の訪問客によって囲まれることなく静かに探検する大きな機会があるかもしれません。

Sri Sungwan Waterfall

Located about 15km south of Arunothai, Sri Sung Wan waterfall is part of the vast Chiang Dao National Park, named after H.R.H. The Princess Mother who once had lunch here in 1967.
Unlike most steep waterfalls found elsewhere in the North, Sri Wang Wan runs smoothly over multiple levels of limestone rocks, providing a calming view and a nice place to relax. Further into the park are a lovely herb and flower garden, as well as a nature trail for a challenging 2-hour walk through the surrounding forest. Those who want to stay overnight can set up their tents on the campground just a few steps from the waterfall.

アルーノタイの南15Km にあるシリ・スンワン滝は広大なチェンダオ国立公園の一部で1967年に皇太后がここで昼食をとられたことから名前がつけられました。

北部のその他の場所で見られるような急な滝とちがってシリスンワンは濃密度の石灰岩により滑らかに流れ、静かでリラックスできる場所です。さらに奥には周囲の森を2時間かけて歩く自然遊歩道があるだけでなくハーブや花のガーデンがあります。またそこに宿泊したい人には滝から数歩のキャンプ場でテントを借りることができます。

Pong Ung Hot Spring

Nearby Sri Sungwan Waterfall off the main road at ….. is Pong Ung Hotspring, a rather small and quiet hot spring ideal for a few hours of relaxation. This natural hot spring has 2 ponds with the water temperature reaching 58-64 degrees Celsius. Visitors can have mineral and stream baths outside, with shower and hygienic facilities being just a step away. The campgrounds onsite allow for inexpensive overnight stays in rented tents.

シリスンワン滝の近くの大通りから離れたところにポン・ウン温泉はあります。2・3時間リラックスするのには理想的な小さくて静かな温泉です。この自然温泉は、摂氏58-64度に達している水温で、2つの池を持っています。訪問者は屋外でミネラルで小川の風呂に入ることができます。すぐそばには衛生的な施設でシャワーを浴びることができます。キャンプ地では貸しテントで格安に泊まることができます。

Map Sabai Vol.30

2007-12-20T20:21:00.000-08:00

In this month's feature edition of Map Sabai (Vol.30)

Cover: Pai District Office (photo by Phuttan)

Northern Attractions

Mae Hong Son Province
Wat Phra Thart Mae Yen
World War II Bridge

Chiang Mai Province
Wat Prasingh
Doi Angkhang

Chiang Rai Province
Mae Sai

Wat Phra Kaew

Art Space

Featured Artist: Tin Maung oO

Wat Phra Thart Mae Yen

Wat Phra Thart Mae Yen is one of the oldest temples of Pai town, located halfway up a mountain that provides a magnificent view over Pai valley. Noteworthy are the white pagoda, as well as the reclining Buddha image and wall paintings in the assembly hall.

ワット・プラタート・メー・イェンはパイの街の中で一番古いお寺のひとつです。パイ渓谷から絶景が見れる山の中腹にあります。注目すべきは白いパコダで、また同様にお堂の中に横たわる仏像と壁画があります。

World War II Memorial Bridge

The Memorial Bridge was built by the Japanese in 1942 during the Second World War and is located just out side Pai. Made of iron, the bridge was important for the transport of weapons to Myanmar (Burma) over the Pai river during the war period.

記念鉄橋は1942年第二次世界大戦の間パイの郊外に日本軍によって建設されました。
鉄でつくられ、橋は戦争中川の向こう側のミャンマー（ビルマ）へ武器の輸送に重要でした。

Wat Prasingh - Chiang Mai

Built in 1345 by King Pha Yu, the fifth king of the Mengrai Dynasty, Wat Prasingh houses Northern Thailand’s most revered Buddha statue, Phra Phuttha Singh. It is enshrined in Vihan Lai Kham, a chapel that features exquisite woodcarvings and northern style murals. Every year on April 13, Songkran Day, the image is paraded through the streets of Chiang Mai for local people to sprinkle scented water on. The chedi contains the ashes of １King Pha Yu’s father, King Kam Fu.

1345年にメンラーイ王朝5代目のパーユー王によって建立されました。ワット・プラシンは北タイでもっとも尊ばれているプラ・シン像が安置されています。それは絶妙な木彫りと北部スタイルの壁画が特徴のヴィハーン・ライカム礼拝堂に納められております。
その像は毎年4月13日のソンクラーンで地元の人々が香りのする水をかける為にチェンマイの街中をパレードします。またチェディーにはパーユー王の父カムフー王の遺灰が納められています。

Doi Angkhang

Often called ‘Thailand’s little Switzerland’, Doi Ang Khang is a unique destination not only for its beautiful mountain scenery and cool climate year-round, but also for the intriguing culture of the different hilltribe peoples who have been living together in the area for centuries. Particularly noteworthy is the Royal Angkhang Station Project which maintains large flower, fruit, vegetable and herb gardens with the aim to develop crops for the local hilltribe villages to grow as a substitute for opium cultivation.

たびたびタイのスイスと呼ばれるドイ・アンカーンは一年中を通しての美しい山の風景と涼しい気候だけでなく、何世紀もの間同じ地域に共に暮らしてきた山岳民族の興味をそそる異なった文化のある独特の目的地となっています。特に注目すべきはアヘン栽培の代替として地方の山岳民族のための収穫を開発する狙いで大きな花、果物、野菜とハーブ園を維持しているロイヤル・アンカーン・ステーション・プロジェクトでしょう。

Mae Sai

Mae Sai is Thailand’s northernmost town and is an official overland crossing point to Myanmar’s Thakhilek over ‘The Friendship Bridge’ spanning the Mae Sai river. Both towns exhibit lively border trade, with most goods coming from China. Foreign visitors are allowed to cross over to Thakhilek market by presenting their passports and paying a fee at the Myanmar immigration checkpoint.

メーサイはタイ最北の町でメーサイ川にかかっている友好橋によって公式にミャンマーのタチレクへ陸路で渡れるところです。両方の町では盛んに国境貿易が行われておりほとんどの商品が中国からのものです。海外からの訪問客はパスポートの提示とミャンマー側の入国チェックポイントで入国料金を払うことでタチレクの市場へ渡ることを許されています。

Wat Phra Kaew

Originally called the Wat Pa Yeah (‘Bamboo Forest Monastery’), Wat Phra Kaew is the most revered temple of Chiang Rai. Legend says that in 1434 the temple’s chedi was struck by lightening and revealed the Phra Kaew Morakot (Emerald Buddha) image within. Made entirely of jade, the Emerald Buddha image was later transferred to Bangkok where it has been housed ever since in The Temple of the Emerald Buddha.

In the early 1990s, a replica of the original Phra Kaew Marakot image was carved of Canadian jade in honor of Her Royal Highness Somdej Phrasrinkharintra, the Princess Mother's ninetieth birthday. Referred to as Phra Yok Chiang Rai (Chiang Rai Jade Buddha) , the replica was installed at Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai in 1991.

本々はワット・パ・ヤー（竹の森の寺院）と呼ばれていました。ワット・プラケオはチェンライで最も尊ばれている寺院です。言い伝えによると1434年に寺院の仏塔が雷に打たれ、中にプラケオマラコット（エメラルド仏）の像があることが明らかにされました。完璧な翡翠でできており、エメラルド仏はその後バンコクまで運ばれそのままエメラルド仏の寺院に納められています。

1990年の初めにに国王の母君であるソムデット・プラシーナカリン妃90歳の誕生のお祝いとしてカナダ産の翡翠を使ったエメラルド仏のレプリカが造られました。レプリカはプラ・ヨック・チェンライ（チェンライの翡翠仏）と名づけられ1991年にチェンライのワット・プラケオに納められました。

Map Sabai - Feature Edition Vol.29

2007-11-28T05:16:00.000-08:00

MAP REVISED and RE-DESIGNED:

Expansion of map coverage and change of name

In order to increase the usefulness and readability of its Free Copy Map formerly known by the name ‘Traveller Guide’, Lanna Info Media Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce the expansion of its map coverage to the Northern-Thai provinces of Chiang Rai, Mae Hong Son and Nan. Detailed maps of these areas will be added to the existing Chiang Mai map. At the same time, the name of the publication will be changed from ‘Traveller Guide’ to ‘Map Sabai’ in order to further distinguish it from other publications and underline its user-friendliness.
All changes will take effect with Vol.29.

In this month's feature edition of Map Sabai:

Cover: Wat Rong Khun (photo by Phuttan)

Northern Attractions

Wat Rong Khun

Wat Phra Thart Doi Suthep
Doi Tung

Lot (Coffin) Cave

Golden Triangle

Phu Chee Fah

Art Space

Featured Artist: Sa-Ngiam Yaransee

Wat Pong Khun

Also known as the ‘White Temple’, Wat Rong Khun is the realization of a dream of Thailand’s noted artist Chalermchai Kositpipat who has designed and supervised the construction of this magnificent temple based on deep religious beliefs. The construction started in 1998 and is expected to be completed in 2008, when the temple complex will nine buildings, each with its own distinct architectural style, but all symbolizing Buddhist philosophy and dharma. The artist wants the temple to become a place of worship for everyone, and create a national and world heritage that represents art and craft that flourished during the reign of His Majesty the King.

「白い寺」として知られるワット・ロン・クンは深い宗教的な信条に基づいて設計されたこの素晴らしい寺院の建設を監督しているタイの有名なアーティスト、チャルームチャイ・コーシティパット氏の夢の実現です。1998年に建設が始まり、予定では2008年に完成の予定です。寺院は9つの建物で成り立ち、それぞれ異なった構造上のスタイルになっていますが、すべて仏教哲学と自然の法則を象徴しています。芸術家は寺院がすべての人々の為の崇拝の場所になってほしいと望み、国王陛下統治の間繁栄した現代美術や工芸品である国家や世界遺産を創造します。

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Established in 1383 on the order of King Ku Na, this magnificent temple has become the symbol of Chiang Mai and overlooks the city from its 1,073m elevation on Doi Suthep. It is famous for its large gold-plated chedi.

According to the legend, the temple site was selected by sending a white elephant carrying a Buddha relic to roam at will up the mountainside. When it reached the spot, it trumpeted, circled three times, and knelt down - which was interpreted as a sign indicating an auspicious site where the chedi was to be built.

In the old days, it took several hours to reach the temple by foot and there was a well known saying that reaching the pagoda was limited to those strongly devoted. This was until the year 1934, when Kruba Srivichai, the most revered monk of Lanna Thai, came to Chiang Mai to initiate the road construction project up to Wat Doi Suthep. The ground breaking ceremony was performed by Chow Keo Navarat, then ruler of Chiang Mai. The ceremony took place at the front of the modern Chiang Mai Zoo in November 1934.

1383年にクーナ王によって建立されました。この壮麗な寺院はチェンマイのシンボルとなり標高1,073ｍのステープ山からチェンマイの街並みを見下ろすことができ、黄金の仏塔が有名です。

昔はお寺まで徒歩で何時間もかかっていたので、パゴダへの道のりは強靭かつ献身的な者だけに限られるという格言がありました。1934年にやっとクルーバー・シーウィチャイというランナーの高僧がドイステープまでの道の整備のためにやってきました。

言い伝えによると寺院の場所は仏陀の仏舎利を運んで山腹をうろうろしていた白象によって選ばれたといいます。白象がある地点に着くと、象は大きな鳴き声を出し、3度回りその場にひざまずきました。そしてそれが仏塔を建てるのにふさわしいところだというしるしだと解釈されました。

道を切り開くセレモニーはその当時のチェンマイの統治者であるチョウ・ケオ・ナヴァラット氏によって、現在のチェンマイ動物園の前で1934年11月に行われました。

Doi Tung

Apart from beautfiful scenery all along the way, the area of Doi Tung in Mae Fah Luang district offers a number of interesting sites including the Doi Tung Palace (royal villa), Mae Fa Luang Garden and Phra That Doi Tung. The royal villa served as a royal winter retreat for the Princess Mother, and as the center of her initiatives to eradicate rural poverty and opium cultivation through sustainable development projects.
Wat Phra That Doi Tung is situated on top of Doi Tung Mountain, the highest mountain in Chiang Rai Province with an elevation of approximately 2,000 meters. Constructed in the 10th centure, the temple complex is comprised of twin Lanna style chedis, one of which is said to contain the left collarbone of the Lord Buddha.

途中のすばらしい景色は別にして、メー・ファー・ルアン地区のドイ・トゥン地域はドイ・トゥン宮殿（王室の離宮）、メー・ファー・ルアンガーデンとプラ・タート・ドイ・トゥンを含むいくつかの興味深い場所を提供しています。王室の離宮は皇太后のための避寒地として、また持続可能な開発プロジェクトを通して地方の貧困とアヘンの栽培を根絶するという彼女のイニシアチブのセンターとして利用されました。
ワット・プラタート・ドイ・トゥンはおよそ2,000ｍのチェンライで一番高い山であるドイ・トゥン山の頂上にあります。対になった2つのランナースタイルの仏塔がありそその内の一つには仏陀の左の鎖骨を含むといわれています。

Lot (Coffin) Cave

One of the largest limestone caves of Thailand, Lot (“Coffin”)cave features impressive stalagmites and a wide stream running through it to the other side of the mountain. It is called after the large number of coffins found inside, carved from solid teak wood, and assumed to be up to 2,000 years old.

タイの石灰岩でできた大きな洞窟の一つで、ロット・ケーブ又はコフィン・ケーブは
印象的な鍾乳石と山の向こうまで通り抜けている広い流れを特徴としています。それは洞窟の中で見つかるかなりの数の棺が見つかることからコフィン・ケーブと呼ばれ、その棺は丈夫なチーク材を彫ってできており2000年以上も前のものとされています。

Golden Triangle

The Golden Triangle at Sop Ruak is considered to be the ‘center’ of an area where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar adjoin and the Mekong River meets the Ruak River. The famous House of Opium and Hall of Opium remind of the fact that the wider Golden Triangle which covers an area of more than 300,000 square kilometers, has been one of the most extensive opium-producing places of the world.

ソップ・ルアックのゴールデントライアングルはタイ・ラオス・ミャンマーが隣り合うメコン川がルアック川に合流するところの中心と考えられています。オピウム博物館はゴールデントライアングルが300,000平方キロメータ以上もの領域をカバーし、オピウム生産の世界で最も広大な土地であったという事実を思い起こさせます。

Phu Chi Fah

Located in the midst of Doi Pa Mohn Mountain range along the Thai-Laos border in an elevation of about 1,700 meters above sea level, Phu Chi Fa enjoys cool climate that brings about colorful vegetation all year round. It is best known for its beautiful scenery and spectacular views of Laos from the sheer cliff, especially in the sea of mist at sunrise.

海抜1,700ｍのタイ・ラオス国境地帯にあるドイ・パ・モン山の中腹に位置するプー・チー・ファーは一年中カラフルな植物をもたらす涼しい気候に恵まれています。美しい自然と切り立った崖からのラオスの美しい風景と素晴らしい眺め、特に日の出時の霧の海でよく知られています。