Established in 1976 by Choochart Kalmapijit, Maesa Elephant Camp is set amid a rushing stream is a tropical forest twenty minutes from downtown Chiang Mai. The founder understood the intelligence of elephants and set about creating a healthful, caring environment for the approximately 78 elephants who live there currently. The six tons of grass, sugar cane and bananas eaten … [Read more...] about MAESA ELEPHANT CAMP – CHIANG MAI, THAILAND
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BUD COLLINS TENNIS COURTS DEDICATED AND OPENED AT PRINCE ROYAL’S COLLEGE, CHIANG MAI
In 1887, Bud’s grandparents founded a school in Chiang Mai, Thailand, The Chiang Mai Boys School. In 1906, it became the Prince Royal’s College when the crown prince took an interest in it and gave it his colors (royal blue and white) and a new name. Built in honor of Bud’s 80th birthday, the courts were made possible by the generous contributions from numerous friends … [Read more...] about BUD COLLINS TENNIS COURTS DEDICATED AND OPENED AT PRINCE ROYAL’S COLLEGE, CHIANG MAI
Chiang Rai – Wat Rong Khun, Thailand
A most unexpected and stunning temple, designed by 53-year-old Chalermchai Kositpipat, Wat Rong Khun is located close to Chiang Rai. Begun is 1997, it is still under construction. … [Read more...] about Chiang Rai – Wat Rong Khun, Thailand
Chiang Saen – Wat Phra Chedi Luang, Thailand
A classic lanna structure of the 12-14th centuries. … [Read more...] about Chiang Saen – Wat Phra Chedi Luang, Thailand
Golden Triangle, Thailand – Burmese Border
Golden Triangle is the northern most area of Thailand on the Mekong River where Laos, Thailand and Myanmar (Burma) meet. … [Read more...] about Golden Triangle, Thailand – Burmese Border