Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station (สถานีเกษตรหลวงอ่างขาง) is a demonstration site for planting and researching flowering plants, temperate fruit trees, vegetables and other crop under the patronage of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. It is much more intersting than it sounds! The grounds are beautifully presented and bicycles can be hired by the hour. The restuarant at the back of the park serves lcoal produce and a large fireplace adorns the lobby. The temperature is recorded on a board outside. Last year (2008/9) a temperature of -3C was recorded! Entry fee: 50 baht.
Bonsai Garden (สวนบอนไซ) is in front of the station. The garden comprises temperate and winter plants of Thailand and overseas, all of which are decorated, cut and planted with the Bonsai technique. Touring around Bonsai garden, visitors can also see herbal plantations. The best time to visit is from November to January.
Mu Ban Khum (หมู่บ้านคุ้ม) is a village located near the Royal Agricultural Station. It is a small community comprising people of various races such as Burmese, Hwa, and Thai Yai. They settled in the area and run souvenir shops & restaurants
Kiu Lom Viewpoint (จุดชมวิวกิ่วลม) is a scenic spot to watch sunrise and sunset including a sea of clouds. It overlooks the delightful ambience of the mountains. On a clear day, the Ang Khang Royal Agricultural Station can be seen from here.
Mu Ban No Lae (หมู่บ้านนอแล) is on the Thai-Burmese border. The people of No Lae migrated from Myanmar about 15 years ago. They speak their own language and are Buddhists. On every Buddhist day, they stay home to practice the Buddhist precepts. No Lae village offers a magnificent view of natural scenery of the Thai-Burmese border.
Mu Ban Khop Dong (หมู่บ้านขอบด้ง) is home to Musoes. The tribe believe in ghosts and spirits and still hold on to simple ways of life. The Royal Project has supported this village in promoting agriculture and handicrafts. The Young Local Guide project is underway to guide visitors on the local lifestyle and beliefs, as well as to create non-migration awareness in local youths.
Mu Ban Luang (หมู่บ้านหลวง) comprises of Yunnan Chinese who migrated here during World War II. They earn a living from agriculture.
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