Attraction Details :
After the success of
the Royal Flora Ratchaphruek, a world-class horticulture expo to
celebrate the auspicious occasions of HM King Bhumibol’s 60th
anniversary of his accession to the throne and his 80th birthday in
2006-2007, Thai Cabinet decided to maintain the condition of the park as
the newest travel destination of Chiang Mai.The Royal Park Ratchaphruek sits in Mae Hia sub-district and covers an area of 240,000 square meters, divided into different zones you need to spend the whole day here. Perched at the center is an authentic Lanna architecture of Ho Kham Luang Royal Pavilion where a painting exhibition about the life and works King Bhumibol is displayed inside. Visitors should not miss to visit the Orchid Garden to see rare orchids and International Gardens to hop into different styles of gardens curated by different participating countries, such as South Korea, China, Japan and Bhutan, to represent their cultures. Other zones include the World of Insects, Rare Plants and Corporate Zone. Trams are provided and do bring an umbrella as it can be really hot during the day.
Opening hours: Daily 8.00 am - 6.00 pm
Admission: 100 baht for adults, 50 baht for children.
Contact: 053-114-110/-5, http://www.royalparkrajapruek.org
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