Mae Rim, Mountain district in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Mae Rim is a mountainous district north of Chiang Mai city divided into several administrative subdistricts containing traditional villages. The landscape features a mix of agricultural land, forested slopes, waterfalls, and river valleys that shape settlement patterns throughout the region.
This territory began as a smaller administrative unit called Khwaeng Mae Rim before becoming a full district in 1914. The change reflected administrative developments under regional governance shifts during that period.
The communities here are shaped by their craft traditions and agricultural practices that shape daily routines. Visitors can observe how these ways of living remain visible in markets, hillside fields, and family workshops.
The area sits at elevation with moderate temperatures throughout the year and direct road access to Chiang Mai city. Visitors should expect hilly terrain and come prepared with comfortable walking shoes for exploring villages and natural sites.
The district is home to Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, which displays Southeast Asian plant collections in carefully planned grounds. The garden conducts regional conservation research and provides environmental education that draws visitors interested in regional flora.
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