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Chiang Mai Highlights: Ban Ton Pao
Chiang Mai has any number of tourist villages where you can see artisans at work creating handicrafts. Possibly my favorite though has to be the Saa (mulberry) Paper Village of Ban Ton Pao. It doesn't have the same tourist draw as other villages, so it's much quieter. And, more importantly, it has paper - lots and lots of paper! Not to mention, color by the truckload...
It's an easy village to walk around (although possibly not very comfortable in the hot season!). You'll come across both small and large outlets with an awesome selection of mulberry paper products - cards, gift bags, gift paper, blank books, photo albums, gift boxes, frames - in a huge variety of colors and designs. In fact, it could be a little hard to decide what to buy and what to leave behind...
It's an easy village to walk around (although possibly not very comfortable in the hot season!). You'll come across both small and large outlets with an awesome selection of mulberry paper products - cards, gift bags, gift paper, blank books, photo albums, gift boxes, frames - in a huge variety of colors and designs. In fact, it could be a little hard to decide what to buy and what to leave behind...
While you're there, you can also get a firsthand look at the paper-making process...
Definitely a worthwhile trip if you happen to be in Chiang Mai!
Chiang Mai Highlights: Wawee Coffee and Tita Gallery
Along one of the roads that takes you to Mae Rim just outside Chiang Mai you'll find a fabulous Cafe/Gallery set next to a bamboo grove. Wawee Coffee now has outlets all over Chiang Mai, but from the ones I've been to, this one definitely has the best atmosphere. The cafe itself is two levels with indoor and outdoor seating, a high roof with a beautiful silk lamp, art adorning the walls and uber-cosy seating. The coffee is really good and they have delicious cake options, too. Both come served in gorgeous designer ceramicware. The afternoon we were there it was raining so the photos I took weren't the best... still hopefully it gives you an idea of what you can expect.
Tita Gallery next door showcases Thai artists both modern and traditional. They also have a beautiful selection of ceramics, glassware and textiles for sale.
Tita Gallery next door showcases Thai artists both modern and traditional. They also have a beautiful selection of ceramics, glassware and textiles for sale.Tita Gallery
68 Moo 6, Mae Rim-Samoeng Old Road
Mai Raem 50180 Thailand
+66 53 29 837368 Moo 6, Mae Rim-Samoeng Old Road
Mai Raem 50180 Thailand
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