"Ban Rak Thai: The Border Village You’ll Fall in Love With”

#summervacay #springitinerary 🇹🇭❤️🇨🇳 Thai-Myanmar border in Mae Hong Son, Ban Rak Thai (literally “The Village That Loves Thailand”) feels like a storybook escape. Surrounded by rolling tea plantations and mist-covered hills, this remote Chinese Yunnan village is one of Thailand’s most charming secrets. 🌿 A Taste of Yunnan in Thailand Founded by Chinese Yunnanese soldiers who fled to Thailand after the Chinese Civil War, Ban Rak Thai still holds tightly to its roots. You’ll find clay-walled homes, red lanterns, and restaurants serving authentic Yunnan cuisine. 🍲 🍵 Tea Heaven One of the best things to do here is sip hot Oolong or Jasmine tea while overlooking the lake — especially in the early morning when the mist floats gently over the water. Many shops offer free tastings, and you can buy fresh tea directly from local farmers. 🏡 Stay in a Teahouse Overlooking the Lake For a truly peaceful experience, spend the night in a local guesthouse or traditional clay hut right on the hillside. Wake up to a magical view of foggy mountains and calm water. 📸 Perfect for Photos With its traditional architecture, hanging red lanterns, and panoramic tea fields, Ban Rak Thai is an Instagram dream. Early mornings are especially photogenic when the village is wrapped in mist. 🛵 Getting There: Ban Rak Thai is about 44 km from Mae Hong Son town. The road is winding but incredibly scenic, so renting a scooter or hiring a driver is part of the adventure. It’s a peaceful, picturesque place where you can enjoy the simple pleasures: hot tea, cool mountain air, and the warmth of a village that truly lives up to its name. ❤️