| Page Views: 487 Last Visit to Lamphun: February, 2005 | Lamphun by trisanna - last update: Apr 27, 2005 |
Lamphun is an hour's drive outside the city of Chiang Mai. Lamphun along with other nearby towns were the center of a small Hariphunchai principality, from AD750-1281.Ruled by Mon Queen Chama Thewi-daughter of the ruler of Lopburi (Lavo). Haripunchai was able to remain independent from Khmer and Chiang Mai Thais. In 1050 AD, a wave of cholera swept through this town and many residents left for Burma. Some returned a few years later. Nowadays, there is still a small Mon speaking community.
The city of Lamphun is located by the banks of the Nam Mae Kuang. The city is quiet and free from busloads of tourists. There are a few beautiful and historic wats. |
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| Pros: | "Mon architecture, wats" | | Cons: | "very few cafes and places to relax in" | | In A Nutshell: | "good for day trip from Chiang Mai" |
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Tips: 2 - Photos: 2 | Local Customs | | | | Packing Lists | Shopping | | | | Sports Travel | General Tips |
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schlumpf Sat Jul 23, 2005 11:46 UTC
..amazing picture and beautifull travelogues Trisanna! Keep on loading! I will be there in a month, thanks for showing me such an amazing place! |
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