Nestled in a deep valley hemmed in by high mountain ranges, Mae Hong Son has long been isolated from the outside world. Virtually covered with mist throughout the year, the name refers to the fact that is terrain is highly suitable for the training of elephants.

         Former governors of Chiang Mai used to organize the rounding up of wild elephants which were then trained before being sent to the capital for work. Today, Mae Hong Son is one of the "dream destinations" for visitors who are attracted by its cultural and natural wonders.

        Mae Hong Son on the Burmese border to the west is particularly attractive. Know as " The city of the three mists ", It can be reached in half an hour by plane, though those with the time may find driving round the excellent high-way a good introduction to the forest - covered mountains surrounding it. Home to most of Thailand 's colorful hill-peoples the Pa-dong women with there elongated ringed necks the most spectacularly different in appearance. It offers the adventurous and energetic hot- springs caves and waterfalls as near or farther destinations. Rafting on the Pai River is particularly recommended. But the small provincial town with its morning markets and colourful festivals of the ordination ceremony of young Shan men in to the monkhood is a great place to lounge around, its temple of Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu providing the optimum viewing point for the minimum of effort.

        Mae Hong Son is located in Northern, northwest of Thailand 924 kms. from Bangkok . This province covers an area of approximately 41,244 square kilometers . Administrative divided into 7 districts namely: Muang, Mea Sariang, Mea La Noi, Sop Moei and Pang Mha Pha Districts.

Reference : Tourism Authority of Thailand