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Chiang Mai & Mae Hong Son · Chili Pepper Heritage & Spice Tourism

Chiang Mai & Mae Hong Son is a top destination for chili pepper heritage & spice tourism enthusiasts. Key requirements include indigenous pepper varieties, traditional cultivation and drying methods, culinary storytelling, spice markets.

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Best season: Year-round
Difficulty: moderate
Region: Thailand

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A breathtaking aerial view of Mae Hong Son mountains enveloped in mist during sunrise. Captures serene nature.

Photo by Apijate Rungwijitsin

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Farmers harvesting rice in a lush field in Mae Hong Son, Thailand.

Photo by มหฺ ปณฺฑิโต

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Explore the vibrant green terraced rice fields in Thailand's picturesque countryside.

Photo by Pitipat Usanakornkul

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Photo by the Amritdev

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Free stock photo of 2 months, amritdev, baby

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A woman in traditional ethnic attire with neck rings viewed from the side.

Photo by Alberto Capparelli

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Explore the lively Pai night market bustling with tourists and local vendors under colorful lanterns.

Photo by David Egon

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Scenic view of lush green rice terraces with farmhouses in rural Thailand.

Photo by Pitipat Usanakornkul

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A traditional farmer in Thailand harvesting rice in a sunlit field during the day.

Photo by มหฺ ปณฺฑิโต

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A serene sunrise view over a tea plantation with red lanterns in rural Thailand.

Photo by KE PHUAH 潘国荣

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Close-up of vibrant orange marigold flowers blooming in Pai, Thailand garden.

Photo by Amnon Barnea

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