5 best hill stations to visit in Thailand

Thailand is blessed with some majestically beautiful hill stations which are absolutely worth a visit.

Thailand, rightly called as "The Land of Smiles", is a perfect go-to destination for anyone who is bored in their hectic lifestyle and desperately in need of some breath of fresh air. Aside from all the other attractions such as gorgeous islands, magnificent beaches, adrenaline-filled adventure sports, lush green forests, ancient temples, crowded markets, mouth-watering dishes and more, this incredible country has also something for the mountain lovers. So, let's take a look at some of the best hill stations that you should definitely visit in your next trip to Thailand.

Doi Inthanon: Thailand's highest mountain, Doi Inthanon (located in Chiang Mai Province) got its name in the honour of Chiang Mai kingdom's last king who tried to preserve the mountain's watershed forests. The place is established as a National Park which offers scenic natural beauty, cool weather, enchanting waterfalls and bird life. When the temperature falls, the entire site gets filled with mist and looks absolutely stunning.

Doi Tung: Located close to the Thailand-Myanmar border, Doi Tung is referred to as the "Switzerland of Thailand" by the local people. This gorgeous mountain-top destination is filled with deciduous forest and surrounded by tribal villages including Akha, Shan, Tai Lue, Lawa and Lahu. The major attraction of this site is the 1000-year-old Buddhist temple Wat Phra That Doi Tung. When in Doi Tung, also visit the nearby Mae Sai and enjoy the glorious beauty of nature.

Chiang Rai: Located in the northern part of Thailand, Chiang Rai is a provincial town blessed with numerous hill summits and mountain ranges. Along with the wide collection of temples, art and delicious cuisine, this site is also known for crazy nightlife and shopping places. Rich with picturesque beauty, pleasant weather and quiet ambience, it also offers numerous activities such as trekking, rafting, river cruises etc.

Phu Khao Ya: Phu Khao Ya (means "Grass Hill"), located at a distance of 12 km from Mueang Ranong Municipality, is a significant hill station as it is a geographical anomaly. As the entire site does not have any tree, it looks like a Swiss pasture. A thick layer of grass covers the place, offering a spectacular view in the rainy season.

Kanchanaburi: Kanchanaburi is Thailand's another gorgeous region that has so much to offer that you can never get enough of it. With magnificent landscapes, majestic waterfalls, beautiful national parks, charming rivers, mysterious caves and more, the place seems like a paradise to its visitors. Also, here you can enjoy several activities such as mountain biking, jungle trekking, rafting, fishing, bird-watching and more.

Khao Luang, Khao Mokoju, Doi Ang Khang, Phu Kradueng, Doi Angkhang, Hua Hin etc. are some other stunning hill stations in Thailand.

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