ROMANTIC NAN - Pink Blossoms of Chompoo Phu Kha in Full Bloom

ROMANTIC NAN
Pink Blossoms of Chompoo Phu Kha in Full Bloom
From now to March 30, 2010
Pua sub-district of Nan province

The Chompoo Phu Kha, one of the world’s rare plants, is much admired for its beautiful baby pink-and-white blossoms which come into full bloom during February to March every year.

Once found in Southern China and the northern part of Vietnam, it was thought to have disappeared from the wild until Dr Tawatchai Santisuk, one of Thailand’s distinguished botanists, found the plant growing in the wild on Doi Phu Kha peak in Doi Phu Kha National Park in the sub-district of Pua in Nan Province in Northern Thailand.

Following this amazing new discovery made in 2009, Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn graciously bestowed the Thai name of Chompoo Phu Kha to the plant known by its scientific name of Bretschneidera sinensis Hemsl.

Nurtured by crystal clear mountain streams, the lush scenic northern hills of Nan provide a spectacular natural backdrop that complements the magnificent cultural heritage for which the province is known.

The town of Nan has had remarkable success in being able to carefully preserve most aspects of its cultural heritage through the centuries. This is reflected in the many ancient sites, the art and architecture, traditional homes, local customs and traditions, as well as the indigenous way of life of the various tribal communities found in the province. In spite of the march of progress, the old and the new co-exist in perfect harmony.

To celebrate its magnificent heritage and showcase the many treasures of ancient Eastern Lanna civilization, Nan will be hosting the Chompoo Phu Kha Tai Lue Heritage Festival and Fair, February 19 – 21.

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Contact information:
Tourism Authority of Thailand, Phrae office
Tel: +66 (0) 5452 1118-9, (0) 5452 1127
Fax: +66 (0) 5452 1119
E-mail: tatphrae@tat.or.th

Doi Phu Kha National Park
Tel: +66 (0) 5470 1000, (0) 5473 1362, (0) 8 1881 6785

Pua Municipality
Tel: +66 (0) 5479 1400, (0) 8 7786 7743, (0) 8 9701 0350

IMPORTANT
Event dates and programme details may be subject to change.
Many of the festivals and events listed on Thailand's official calendar of annual events are traditional Buddhist or folk festivals, the date of which is either determined by the Buddhist lunar calendar and waxing and waning moon. These are not staged events. The festivals reflect the rhythm of life in rural Thai villages and local traditions as observed in times past. To ensure you have the most updated information, please reconfirm details prior to travel.

Contact:
Tourism Authority of Thailand
Email: info@tat.or.th
Website: www.tat.or.th
Tel: +66 (0) 2250 5500 (120 automatic lines)
Fax: +66 (0) 2250 5511 (two automatic lines)

FOR EVENT INFORMATION,
please call 1672.

Address:
1600 Petchaburi Road, Makkasan, Rajatevee
Bangkok 10400
Thailand