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Mae Sot

Mae Sot

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Mae Sot

Mae Sot is a city located on the western part of Thailand. Mae Sot shares borders with the neighboring country, Burma. Mae Sot is well-known for being a major trade center for Thailand. The city of Mae Sot is also home to many Burmese refugees and migrants. The district headquarters of the Mae Sot District can also be found in the city of Mae Sot. Being a major city in between Thailand and Burma, Mae Sot serves as the main gateway for the two countries. Because of this, Mae Sot is known for its booming teak and gems trade with Burma. In terms of economy, most of the factories and production lines found in Mae Sot are supported by immigrants from Burma. The Rim Moei Market, a major trade channel for imported woodwork and goods, is also found in Mae Sot.

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Q. If I will book my ticket to Mae Sot, what climate should I expect?


A. If you are to book your ticket to Mae Sot city, you should expect a tropical climate. Very dry and warm winters happen during the last quarter of the year. Average temperature is around 36.8 degrees Celsius or 98.2 degrees Fahrenheit. Rainy season starts around May and ends during the month of October. During the monsoon season, the days have cooler temperatures, while the nights are still relatively warm. If you do not mind the warm weather, it is best to book your ticket on the summer season to enjoy the different destinations. Ticket bookings during the winter are also highly encouraged.

Q. What are the best tourist destinations at Mae Sot?


A. For tourists who booked a ticket to Mae Sot, there are a number of tourist attractions available. If you booked your ticket precisely for shopping purposes, the Hilltribe Market and Rim Moei Market is for you. For ticket bookings of more adventurous people, you may want to visit the Taksin Maharat National Park and the Hot Springs Maekasa. For cultural sight seeing, there are the Chao Por Phawo, King Naresuan the Great, and Wat Chumphon Khiri Shrines. There are lots of activities in Mae Sot. Your ticket booking will surely be worth it.