Legend handed down for more than 1,400 years refer to this ancient
town as Hariphunchai. Its first ruler was Queen Chamthewi who was of
Mon extraction. In late 12th century, King Mengrai overran the town and
subsequently integrated it into the Lanna Kingdom.
Today, Lamphun still retain its enchanting ambience of a small but
old community. It is some 670 kilometres from Bangkok and only 26
kilometres from Chiang Mai. Located on the bank of the Kuang River, its
attractions include ancient sites and relics as well as forests and
mountains and delightful lakes. Lamphun is the most famous producer of
longans.
Car
From Bangkok, take Highway No. 1 to Nakhon Sawan via Sing Buri and
Chai Nat, then turn into Highway No. 11 and proceed to Lamphun, a total
distance of 670 kilometres.
Bus
Both air-conditioned and non air-conditioned buses departs from
Bangkok’s Mochit 2 Bus Terminal to Lamphun daily. Travelling time is
about 9 hours. Call 0 2936 0852-66 or visit www.transport.co.th
for more information. Indra Tour which is a private bus company also
operate air-conditioned bus to Lamphun. Call 0 2208 0840 for
information.
Rail
Trains leave Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong Raialway Station every day. Call 1690 for more information.
Air
Visitors can fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and then connect a
Chiang Mai-Lamphun bus which leave Chang Phueak Bus Station every 15
minutes. Travelling time from Chiang Mai to Lamphun is 45 minutes.
Distances from Amphoe Mueang to Other Districts
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Mae Tha
Ban Thi
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Wiang Nong Long
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