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The rose of the north, the city of 700 years, Chiang Mai. Northern Thailand has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The remains of bronze age settlements have been found at several sites, including Phayao and Soppong. Two thousand years ago the Lawa, now a remote and little-visited hilltribe, were the dominant culture. The first related Thai culture to colonize the area lived in Northern Burma, and spilled into Western Thailand, where they are still found today and known as the Tai Yai (high (or big) Thais). The province of Mae Hong Sorn still has a preponderance of these peoples. The origins of modern Thai peoples (who make up 80% of the population of Thailand) are obscure and the subject of much debate. Until recently, it was believed that the Thais originated in Southern Mongolia, and were pushed southeast by the expansion of the Chinese empire. More recently, evidence has come to light suggesting that a race known as the Austro- Thais in Southeast Asia were among the first people to develop agriculture and an advanced civilization which spread first north into southern China, then re-colonised their former territory in a southern migration several centuries later. Whichever theory is correct, there was, without doubt, contact and eventually conflict between Thai and Chinese, which continued for many centuries. The Thai civilization was first threatened in the 9th Century BC by the Tartars of Central Asia, who over a period of 600 years split the Thais into three groups. One group migrated southwest to colonize easterb Burma and western Thailand, and became known as the Shan or Tai Yai (mentioned above). Another group moved east to the Gulf of Tonkin, and the third, destined to be the modern day inhabitants of Thailand, moved less far, to the southern part of what is now Szechuan in southwest China. Here, they established a number of city-states, which although at the time independent, came more and more under the sway of the developing Chinese empire. During this period, Buddhism became accepted as the religion of the Thais, introduced by Sinhalese monks from Sri Lanka. In the following centuries the Thais attempted to extend their control into the south of the Chinese empire, but eventually were conquered and made a Chinese province under Kublai Khan in 1253 AD. Many Thais still live in an area of southern Yunnan known as ‘Sipsong Panna’. The conflicts described above had caused a steady trickle of Thai people southwards and across the Maekhong River into northern Thailand, where they settled particularly in the areas now occupied by the cities of Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai and Sukhothai. Here they would come into contact with two Indian based cultures. The Khmers, whose pineapple shaped chedis can be seen throughout central Thailand, were based in Cambodia, and had been extending east and northwards. The Mons, another culture with Indian roots, were established further west and north. Northern Thai Variety Home: Northern Thai Center of news, knowledge, travel and entertainment.>>> Lanna : The Northern Region of Thailand >>> The land of the million rice fields. Implying that the kingdom was very prosperous, Lanna literally means one million rice fields. Today, upper part of northern of Thailand is composed of the provinces Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Mae Hong Son, Phayao, Phrae and Nan.>>> However, this region once belonged to the dynamic and influential Lanna Kingdom. Moreover, the town of Hariphunchai (today call Lamphun) was the capital city of this region before the period of Lanna, until being colonized by King Meng Rai of Chiang Rai. Subsequently, he christened it the Kingdom of Lanna, and declared Chiang Mai as The capital as the capital city in 1296 A.D.>>> The Lanna way of life differs greatly from the rest of the Thailand on account of its unique cultural heritage. Moreover, forestay abounds in the areas where the four main rivers, The Ping, The Wang, The Yom and the Nan also have their sources. Ultimately, these four rivers converge to become the mighty Chao Phraya River, the largest artery of Thailand.>>> Calling themselves” Khon Muang” these ancient people of Lanna have their own characteristics of language, costumes, and cuisine that altogether make up the Lanna culture. Concurrently, their religion and architecture indicate a close link to Buddhism. Today, Lanna has become a major northern tourist attraction with is tradition villages, lifestyles, colorful clothing, and fabulous handicrafts-especially embroidery and silverware. Visitors will agree that a Thai journey is not complete without a visit to Lanna. >>> Chiangmai >>> On the Ping River basin,700 kilometers away from Bangkok is the home of Chiang Mai , the second largest metropolis in Thailand that established by King Meng Rai ,Prince of Chiang saen in 1296 A.D.>>> Nowadays, this great capital of Lanna Kingdom still maintains spirit of Lanna wisdom, culture and art. You can see it in the gorgeous temples, like wat Chiang Man, the first temple which built by king Mengrai, Wat Prasing, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Jet Yot and more.>>> Besides, Chiang Mai is also the center for those traditional ceremonies including flower festival in February, Song klan Festival in April, Inthakhin (Ancient City Pillar) Festival, Visakha Puja Day in May and Loy Krathong in November. All these excited festivals and ceremonies are happened throughout the year! as well as the number of fine handicrafts, weaving, woodcarving, silverware and pottery, it’s a highly recommended destination for shopping and entertainment.Northern Thai Variety Home: Northern Thai Center of news, knowledge, travel and entertainment.>>> NTV Tour (TAT Travel License NO. 23-0398), Established in 1996 by Ms. Wandee and Mr. Kasin, offer clients a wide variety of travel packages that suit all budgets and entertainment preference. The tour company is well recognized not only in Thailand, but abroad. The company's reputation for providing reliable and one-on-one services has contributed greatly to its success! >>> NTV offer numerous tour package for all group sizes , such as jungle trekking, bamboo rafting, a snake show and the always popular elephant show. Would you like to organize a seminar in Thailand? NTV Tour specializes in providing seminar services for up to 1,000 persons! >>> Ms. Wandee has over 20 years of experience in this. >>> Ms.Wandee welcome you to NTV ‘s services and our staff looks forward to hearing from you.

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