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Mae Taeng

Chiang Mai, Thailand · Asia

About Mae Taeng

Mae Taeng is worth a stop: 30 minutes from Chiang Dao, 6km from Wat Den Sa Li Si Mueang Kaen.

Mae Taeng is a town located in Chiang Mai, Thailand. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Mae Taeng sits in Thailand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Bangkok time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mae Taeng to your route.

About Mae Taeng

Mae Taeng (Thai: แม่แตง, pronounced [mɛ̂ː tɛ̄ːŋ]; Northern Thai: ᩯᨾ᩵ᩯᨲ᩠ᨦ, pronounced [mɛ̂ː tɛ̌ːŋ]) is a district (amphoe) in the northern part of Chiang Mai province in northern Thailand.

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Mae Taeng offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Mae Taeng located?

Mae Taeng is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 19.1171 latitude, 98.9418 longitude.

What is the population of Mae Taeng?

Mae Taeng has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in Thailand.

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Quick Information

Population
0
Continent
Asia
Country
Thailand
Region
Chiang Mai
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
19.1171, 98.9418

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Thailand

Police
191
Ambulance
1669
Fire
199
Driving side
left

Tourist police (English): 1155.

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Worth the detour from Mae Taeng

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Wat Den Sa Li Si Mueang Kaen

A hillside temple 50 kilometres north of Chiang Mai where a central chedi is ringed by twelve white-and-gold stupas, one for each Chinese zodiac sign. Almost all visitors are Thai.

6 km · about 10 min drive

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Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuaries

Ethical elephant sanctuaries in the hills around Chiang Mai where visitors can observe, feed, and bathe rescued elephants.

30 km · about 35 min drive

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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

A sacred golden temple atop a mountain overlooking Chiang Mai, reached by a 309-step staircase flanked by mythical serpents.

35 km · about 40 min drive

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Chiang Mai Old City Temples

A moated square mile containing over 30 ancient Buddhist temples including the revered Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh.

37 km · about 45 min drive

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Chiang Mai Sunday Walking Street

A vibrant weekly market stretching through the Old City with local handicrafts, street food, and live music performances.

37 km · about 45 min drive

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Mae Kampong

A tea-and-coffee village at 1,300 metres in the hills east of Chiang Mai, its wooden houses stacked along a stream with a waterfall at the top of the lane. Weekday mornings are near-silent.

52 km · about 60 min drive

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Pai

A bohemian mountain town in a lush valley surrounded by hot springs, waterfalls, and viewpoints popular with backpackers and digital nomads.

59 km · about 70 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Mae Taeng.

Chiang Dao

🇹🇭 Thailand

28 km away

San Sai

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32 km away

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Phrao

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39 km awayPop. 5,499

San Kamphaeng

🇹🇭 Thailand

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Saraphi

🇹🇭 Thailand

46 km away

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