This trip was last October.

Singha has just been to Inthanon and Mae Klang Luang, but the rice fields are not yet green.

To get the green, I have to go again, but I'll change the location.

As a journalist translator, I can translate the sentence from Thai to English:

"Personally, I enjoy visiting Royal Projects. Whenever I travel north, I prioritize visiting Royal Projects."

This time, I went to the Khun Pae Royal Project.

Let's go together.

Travel

The beginning was very rough, I must say.

My journey began on the morning of the heavy flooding in Bangkok.

The rain has been falling since midnight, heavy enough to drown out all other sounds. I knew it would flood.

Our flight is at seven in the morning, so we left home at three. It was still drizzling, and we found that the water had flooded to the front of the house.

Forget about calling a taxi. My alley is already notorious for flooding, and this time it's really bad.

The floodwater is so high that it almost reaches my shins. What should I do?

Okay, let's take the car out. Our car is a Ford F-150, which is quite high. Let's take a chance and go out.

He slowly drove out, almost stalling. The floodwater was very high.

Upon reaching the main road, the situation improved significantly. The flooding was minimal, allowing for smooth passage.

However, we are hesitant to park our car at Don Mueang Airport due to concerns about limited parking availability, which could further complicate our journey.

The news reported that Vibhavadi Road is severely flooded and impassable.

Ultimately, I decided to park the car at a friend's house near Kanchanaphisek Road.

And then I called a taxi to Kanchanaphisek Road, hoping all the way that I would make it.

I made it! I barely made it to the airport.

People were soaked, some carrying their shoes and rolling up their pants as they walked around.

While waiting to board, passengers from previous flights of other airlines were falling out in droves.

I was engrossed in listening to the final boarding calls for passengers. Each flight had at least 5-6 people who missed their flights.

We also had 7 people who missed their flights.

The runway is packed with planes waiting for takeoff. I can't help but chuckle, thinking that today, it's not just the roads that are congested, but the air traffic as well.

I later learned that, in addition to the passengers missing their flight, the pilots also missed their flight.

Despite the challenges, we arrived safely in Chiang Mai.

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Car Rental

This round is a bit frustrating. I have booked a Four Wheel Drive from AVIS.

Upon arrival, they were told that there were no cars available. Could they change to a smaller car? Oh, man, I wonder if I'll be able to make it up the mountain.

However, I was too lazy to be bothered (I am lazy in everything), so I just gave in and got a Vios.

Don't worry, I've read some reviews and they say that any car can reach the Khun Pae Royal Project. Even a Vios should be able to make it.

My personal driver has been through a lot, up and down mountains. A peak like this is nothing.

Let's go!

The Khun Pae Royal Project is located in Chom Thong District, but the access is through Hod District.

From Chiang Mai, travel along Highway 108, Chiang Mai - Hot, for a long distance.

Approximately 82-83 kilometers on the right-hand side, there will be a small entrance with a small sign at the mouth of the alleyway.

If using GPS, set the destination to Tham Tong Monastery. Do not set it to Ban Khun Pae, as it will lead you elsewhere.

The road is smooth and easy to drive on.

Look, there's a waterfall by the side of the road. How nice!

However, the smooth road did not last the entire way.

It has begun.

The road alternates between paved and gravel sections, with potholes throughout.

The road isn't as rough as the one leading to Aunt Glen's house. Small cars can navigate it without much trouble.

However, driving skills are required to a considerable extent. Climbing up the mountain where the road is heavily potholed and very deep.

We'll probably need a tow truck. Luckily, my personal driver is a very skilled driver.

We barely made it through, shaken and unsteady.

We have arrived!

The little cow said, "Don't come near me! I'm scared!"

Royal Project Khun Pae

Established in 1984 under the royal initiative of His Majesty the King.

To ensure adequate public utilities for the Karen and Hmong hill tribes.

To mitigate the issue of forest encroachment for shifting cultivation and eliminate the problem of opium poppy cultivation.

by creating a new primary occupation

His Majesty the King has instructed the Royal Project Foundation

By Mom Luang Pises Dej Rachadapisek, President of the Royal Project Foundation

Visited the area and living conditions to provide assistance to villagers in 14 villages.

The terrain is mostly steep mountains, with an elevation of 1,035 meters above sea level.

The soil is fertile and suitable for growing vegetables, field crops, and other fruits.

Project Initiation:

*Department of Land Development

Allocate 200 rai of land to villagers.

A water storage weir with a system was constructed.

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• Royal Irrigation Department

Constructed two water storage weirs.

and the surrounding reservoirs of the village, along with extending the water pipes down for a period of time.

*Provincial Electricity Authority

Construction of a small-scale hydroelectric power plant.

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*And Chom Thong District

To ensure that all citizens have access to national identity cards.

The plants promoted by the Khun Pae Royal Project Development Center are:

Vegetables and temperate fruits, with a focus on fruit tree cultivation, including plums, plums, and persimmons.

Vegetables of the Cold Season:

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Lettuce wrap, red lettuce leaf

Sweet lettuce, butterhead lettuce, endive, romaine lettuce, and snow peas.

This includes promoting the cultivation of coffee, passion fruit, and other field crops among farmers.

Wheat, barley, and red beans.

The Khun Pae Royal Project Development Center currently manages an area of 28,765 rai.

Encompassing four villages, the project has benefited and promoted 466 households, totaling 466 individuals.

#Data collected from

http://www.thairoyalprojecttour.com/?p=1079

Khun Pae Development Project

The Royal Project Office provides accommodation for tourists.

However, when I went there, I saw that it was closed for renovation.

This is a house with multiple rooms and a central balcony.

The balcony offers a view like this.

In addition to the accommodation in the Royal Project, there are also a few homestays available in the local villages.

For inquiries, please contact the Royal Project Office.

Let's visit the various demonstration plots within the office.

Conversion of vegetables and herbs

Hydrangea trial conversion

This coffee is intercropped with other trees.

There are plums too.

Let's go see the village.

Access to the village is restricted to vehicles provided by the Royal Project or local transportation services.

Tourists are not allowed to drive their own vehicles, even off-road vehicles.

The internal roads are extremely challenging, featuring steep inclines, narrow passages, potholes, mud, and other obstacles.

Besides having a reliable vehicle, drivers must also be familiar with the local terrain. Those unfamiliar with the area may find it challenging to navigate.

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The photos I'm showing you are not the worst of it. The truly horrific scenes couldn't be captured on camera. We had to hold on tight to the vehicle to avoid being thrown off.

###It is recommended to contact us in advance, as we do not have any prior arrangements.

The Royal Project car was unavailable, but luckily I was able to get a car from a local villager.

The cost of our trip is 500 baht.

This type of car, it jumped right up.

From the office, through the village.

Let's go up and transplant the hydrangeas.

However, there are many photo opportunities along the way.

Continue.

We have arrived at the hydrangea field. The entrance fee for two people is 100 baht.

Hydrangeas here are cut and sold all year round. The flowers are very large.

The young women from the Royal Project who brought us here.

Next, we will continue to the waterfall.

It is not a tourist destination, as there are no tourists.

This is the research area for the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand's hydroelectric power project.

A charming little waterfall nestled amidst the lush forest.

This is roughly the experience of ascending and descending the waterfall.

Encountered some villagers.

From the waterfall, continue upwards to the peak of the mountain, a viewpoint overlooking the village and the beautiful green rice fields.

There were other beautiful spots, but it was about to rain, so we had to hurry down.

See you next time.

Khun Pae Royal Project and Khun Pae Village are stunning, vibrant, and retain a raw, natural beauty.

I recommend staying on Khun Pae if possible. It's worth checking out.

Whether you choose a Royal Project guesthouse or a homestay, you're sure to return with many beautiful memories.

Behold, the stunning view from the balcony of the project's house.

Our trip this time was based on limited information and a lot of guesswork.

I wasn't even aware of the homestay. I only knew about the accommodation within the project, but it was closed for renovation.

We have booked accommodation in Hod District.

Let's talk about accommodation.

We booked Phuanna Eco House two days before our arrival.

Initially, I planned to return to the Maerim area to rest, but I thought it would be too dark, so I looked around the area.

After leaving Khun Pae, we returned the same way and checked into our accommodation.

The accommodation is excellent and conveniently located in the heart of Hot City.

It's incredible, isn't it? Nature like this in the heart of the city.

The resort is located in a small alleyway, just a short distance away.

A short walk (or bike ride) to the mouth of the alleyway leads to a bustling market overflowing with delicious food options.

Don't worry, it won't be difficult.

Phu Anna has only 8 rooms on two floors.

Very affordable price of 1,000 baht including breakfast for a room for 2 people.

(Price during October, we are unsure if it changes during other periods)

We got the room on the upper floor.

The room is equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, a television, a refrigerator, and toiletries.

Hairdryer, slippers, and other amenities are available, just like in a good hotel.

The decor is pleasing to the eye, and the bed is comfortable for a restful sleep.

Bathroom of this type

View from the front of the room

The atmosphere is amazing.

The area is teeming with unusual small birds, attracting birdwatchers.

However, I am not very good at taking pictures of birds, and I am not able to capture them in time.

He also has a birdhouse.

The accommodation does not have a restaurant, so you will need to eat at nearby restaurants for other meals.

Breakfast is included in the room rate.

For dinner, we went out to eat at a restaurant called "Nong Bank."

The resort recommended several restaurants, but I chose one nearby.

Located at the mouth of the alley, directly across the street from the main road.

This is a simple home-cooked meal.

The food was generally good, although some dishes were a bit too sweet, which is typical of northern Thai cuisine.

Overall, the food was delicious, the portions were generous, and the prices were reasonable.

Satiated, I returned to sleep. Unfortunately, the sky was overcast with thick clouds, leaving no stars to gaze upon.

This is what breakfast looks like.

You can choose between American or Northern Thai cuisine. You can make your selection during check-in.

Please let me know what time you will be coming down to eat.

The northern Thai food was delicious.

Self-service tea and coffee are available.

Take a walk around the area before heading back.

Overall, I enjoyed my stay here. It was quiet, peaceful, clean, and the air was fresh.

The owner is friendly and takes good care of the property.

This concludes the review.

In fact, this trip continues to the Mae Tha North Royal Project.

However, I am concerned that the post may become too long. Let's stop here for now.

I will review the Mae Ta Na restaurant later.

Thank you all for visiting this thread.