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DAY 08 CHIANG RAI/CHIANG MAI Afterwards continue your overland journey to Chiang Mai. Visit Wat Long Khoom where you Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch will have an opportunity to interact with the local people. At 9:00 AM be ready in the lobby of the Anantara Golden Triangle in preparation for your overland Chiang Mai (New City) was founded in 1296 by journey to Chiang Mai. King Mengrai as the capital of the first independent Thai state, Lanna Thai (Kingdom of Drive to a Baan Yapa Hilltribe Village where you One Million Rice Fields). It became the cultural will have a chance to visit a Long-necked Karen and religious center of the northern Tai, those Tribe, Lahu Tribe, Pa Long Hill-Tribe, Akha and who had migrated from southern China to dwell Yao Hill Tribe. in Thailand, and remained so throughout the turbulent period of recurring Burmese attacks. The Pa Dong rely on farming rice, tea and tobacco The Burmese finally captured Chiang Mai in 1556 cultivation. Certain Pa Dong females 'elongate' and occupied it until King Taksin retook the city their necks from an early age with brass, which is in 1775, driving the Burmese forces back to near coiled around their necks to give a brass ring the present border. Burmese influence on religion, effect. The greater number of coils is believed to architecture, language, cuisine, and culture, enhance physical beauty and increase aesthetic remains strong. The city stands on the Ping River, appeal. Wearing the coiled brass rings is a major tributary of the Chao Phraya River. considered an "honor" and is a privilege awarded to females who are born on a full moon. At the Dhara Dhevi Hotel Chiang Mai reservations for a Colonial Suite have been Akha villages are distinguished by their carved confirmed for the following 3 nights. The Dhara wooden gates with guardian spirits. The Akha live Dhevi Chiang Chiang Mai is spread over 60 acres in raised houses, within which one small room is of natural landscapes, offering a self contained set aside for paying respect to ancestors. world of beauty, incorporating serene paddy fields and exotic plantations. "Lahu" means "hunter" and the Lahu (Mussur) pride themselves on their skills in hunting and This evening you may wish to dine at Kao Kab trapping. They are also famous for their Kang Restaurant - A gorgeous Thai restaurant – knowledge of herbal medicine. The Lahu are an the walls are adorned with traditional Lana style independent people, physically larger than the crafts and stunning wall hangings. Kao Kab Kang members of the other tribes, but rather than their Restaurant serves some of the best Thai Food in greater stature leading to aggressiveness, they love Chiang Mai. Your guide can assist with making a entertainment and the easy life. reservation. IS NOW COMPLETE The attractions in a Palong Village are the woman Overnight: Dhara Dhevi Hotel Chiang Mai – who wear waisthoops. This practice is believed to Colonial Suite uphold legendary mysteries.