Mae Hong Son City may be the capital and administrative centre of Mae Hong Son Province, but it hardly feels like a city. Instead, it comes across as a sleepy town, with a laid back vibe, quiet streets and low rise buildings, and none of the heavy tourist crowds found in places like Chiang Mai or Pai. We made our way here after leaving Ban Rak Thai. The distance is only less than 40 km but it still takes about an hour’s drive due to the winding mountain roads.

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