TRAVEL | special report
Coffee Village, Doi Pha Hee
The Art of Life: Local Experience 360 Degrees Dive into Thailand’s many hidden gems in Chiang Rai by Morgan JT
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vibrant and alluring destination, Chiang Rai surely is a promising destination that should be on the radar for locals, expats and visitors alike. Founded in the year 1262 as the capital of the Mengrai Dynasty, today the city retains a strong Lanna identity through its impressive collection of temples, art, language, unique cuisine and music.
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Bangkok 101 joined the initiative by Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) called the ‘Local Experience 360 Degrees: Art of Life’ where we enjoyed a threeday off-the-beaten-path excursion in Chiang Rai.
The Coffee Village, Doi Pha Hee Our journey began at a small
village located in Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai province, where the people of the Akha tribe reside. The Queen Mother and the late King Rama IX convinced the tribespeople that growing and selling coffee would bring in more consistent income all year round. Today, the community has over 12 coffee shops and 15 homestays that are personally operated by the locals. bangkok101.com
