Top 5 in Top 10 tourist attractions in Thailand.
Thailand is famous as a country of beautiful scenery and friendly people largely thanks to the world famous southern beaches. Because of this, most people don't realize that the great north is also home to completely different but equally spectacular places to visit.
Northern Thailand, especially the western region near the Burmese border, is marked by mountainous terrain that is both rugged and beautiful. Pai, in Mae Hong Son province, is the perfect starting point to enjoy the country's natural beauty, as well as Thailand's renowned hospitality and cooking.
This small town has gained a reputation as a mecca for hippies and backpackers, although you'll also find plenty of families traveling in the area. There's a small market on the pedestrian street that comes alive every night, a variety of local and western foods, and easy access to nearby Buddhist temples, waterfalls, and the impressive Pai Gorge.
There's a fun and relaxing atmosphere as you walk through the small town center, an atmosphere that continues to draw crowds season after season despite the somewhat remote location.