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Samoeng

Chiang Mai, Thailand · Asia

About Samoeng

Samoeng works well as a base: 30 minutes from Mae Wang, 37km from Pha Chor Canyon.

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

On a road trip, Samoeng 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 Samoeng to your route.

About Samoeng

Samoeng (Thai: สะเมิง) is a district (amphoe) of Chiang Mai province in northern Thailand.

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What are the best things to do in Samoeng?

Samoeng 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 Samoeng located?

Samoeng is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 18.8481 latitude, 98.7324 longitude.

What is the population of Samoeng?

Samoeng 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
18.8481, 98.7324

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 Samoeng

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuaries

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

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

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.

20 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

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.

27 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Chiang Mai Sunday Walking Street

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

28 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Pha Chor Canyon

Thirty-metre columns and fins of compacted sediment left after the Ping River shifted course, eroded into a narrow gorge you walk through on a sand floor. It sits in the southern arm of Mae Wang National Park.

37 km · about 40 min drive

national park

Doi Inthanon National Park

Thailand's highest peak with cloud forests, twin royal pagodas, impressive waterfalls, and cool temperatures year-round.

39 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

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.

43 km · about 50 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 Samoeng.

Mae Wang

🇹🇭 Thailand

26 km away

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San Pa Tong

🇹🇭 Thailand

30 km awayPop. 17,773

San Sai

🇹🇭 Thailand

33 km away

Saraphi

🇹🇭 Thailand

35 km away

Mae Taeng

🇹🇭 Thailand

37 km away

Lamphun

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42 km awayPop. 43,196

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