Introducing Lamphun
This quiet town, capital of the province of the same name, lies southeast of Chiang Mai on the banks of Nam Mae Kuang.
Advertisement
Best visited as a day trip from Chiang Mai, Lamphun was, along with Pasang, the centre of a small Hariphunchai principality (AD 750–1281) originally ruled by the semilegendary Mon queen, Chama Thewi. Long after its Mon progenitor and predecessor Dvaravati was vanquished by the Khmer, Hariphunchai succeeded in remaining independent of both the Thais and the Khmer.
The enthusiastically run museum is a good place to learn about this quiet town’s venerable history. The ancient and vibrant working temple of Wat Phra That Haripunchai is a must see, and August is a lively time to visit Lamphun and sample the fruits of the surrounding fields at its longan festival.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
Thorn Tree forum discussion
Recent posts
-
Re: Weather report
by stgodd 27 August 2011
yeah, I got the Bangkok to Chiang mai train yesterday (I arrived yesterday at 1pm), But we needed to get off and take a "40 minute" bus…
-
RE: lumphun hotels
by KevinCorr 12 December 2008
I used to stay in Lamphun town outside Chiang Mai. Is that where you mean? It is only a 15-20 baht santaaw ride from Chiang Mai. [thaivis…
Hotels & Hostels
Check out all our reviewed and recommended accommodation and book online.
Advertisement
