The Pha Sue National Park is one of the main tourist attractions in Mae Hong Son, Thailand. Its numerous features have placed it among the top destinations in Thailand.
Location
The park is located in the province of Mae Hong Son. It is one of the northern provinces of the country.
What to See
The forests are the main draws of the park. The lush scenery have been carefully preserved so tourists can enjoy the best of what nature has to offer.
The park also offers plenty of activities including taking photos of the site. Apart from the forests, there are also plenty of freshwater fish. Some of the species you will find there are the Pla Mung and Pla Khang. Overall, the atmosphere in the Pha Sue National Park is one of tranquility. You can also go trekking and hiking along its many trails.
History
The Thais originally came from southern China. They settled in Southeast Asia approximately in the 10th century AD. Before their arrival, the area that makes up Thailand was ruled by the Malay, Khmer and Mon kingdoms. Other Indianized kingdoms ruled the region.
When the Thais came, they set up their own states. Among them were the Chiang Mai, Chiang Saen and Sukhothai states. The Chiang Mai, Lanna and Ayutthaya kingdom also came into being. The states were often at war with one another.
Moreover, the states faced persistent threats from Vietnam, Burma and the Khmers. During the 19th and 20th centuries, European powers colonized many countries in Southeast Asia. But they were not able to colonize Thailand. It is the only Southeast Asian state to escape colonization.
In 1932, the rule of absolute monarchy ended. This was replaced by military rule which would last for 60 years. When the military rule ended, a democratic form of government was set up. Today, the country is one of the top tourist destinations in the Asian continent.
Cost
Flights to Bangkok from the US will cost around 1000 USD or so. A beach hut will cost about 300 baht, while the food is at 30 to 100 baht.
Other Info
There are other tourist attractions in Mae Hong Son. The Huai Nam Dang National Park is known for its gorgeous sunsets, sunrises and mountains. There is also the Wat Chong Kham temple and the Phu Klon Country Club.
The Pha Sue National Park is one of those places that will definitely enthrall you. Its natural splendor will definitely leave you with a sense of wonder.
