Mae On, Administrative district in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Mae On is an administrative district in Chiang Mai that stretches across mountainous terrain dotted with villages and rural settlements. The area is shaped by hill ranges and natural features that define its landscape east of the city.
The district was created in 1994 when administrative areas were separated from San Kamphaeng, gaining full district status in 2007. This reorganization was part of broader changes to how the Chiang Mai region was structured.
The district administration follows Thailand's traditional system of tambons, with each of the six subdistricts maintaining its own local administrative organization.
The district sits to the east and is reached by a road network connecting it to surrounding areas. Visitors should expect mountainous terrain and typically plan this as a day trip from the city.
Rock climbing spots such as Crazy Horse Buttress draw climbers from around the region thanks to dramatic limestone formations. Additionally, natural hot springs emerge from the ground, created by the area's unique geology.
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