


Mon Jam
Mountaintop farming community with panoramic views, accommodations, shops & on-site meals.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Mon Jam, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
Mon Jam is absolutely breathtaking! One of the most beautiful places to visit near Chiang Mai. The views are stunning from both sides, and every turn offers a new scenic perspective. The drive up to the top itself is an amazing experience — the road is beautiful and riding through the hills makes it even more special. There’s a small café at the top with a very unique and peaceful vibe. Sitting there with a cup of coffee while enjoying the panoramic mountain views is simply unforgettable. The weather, greenery, and calm atmosphere make it a perfect spot to relax, take photos, and enjoy nature. Highly recommended for nature lovers, bikers, and anyone visiting Chiang Mai. A must-visit place!
I randomly saw that place on maps, so i decided to go there the next day, and it was definitely worth it! You need to drive from cnx like an hour, since its in the mountains and surrounded by forests, its cooler up there. There are very nice cafes on top and you can also go into these photo areas for around 50 baht. They definitely made a business out of that but fair play!
It’s really beautiful up here. You park in the carpark down below and then walk up. The walk is a very long steep hill. No entry cost per se but you pay to get into one garden and for the hand in the sky. So much to see and do you could spend hours there. Great stalls on the walk up and down as well.
Location Info
Mae Raem, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai 50180, Thailandwww.facebook.com/Monjam.CNX/Tips for Visiting Temples & Culture
Dress Modestly
Cover shoulders and knees at all temples. Carry a light scarf or sarong — some temples lend wraps, but not all. Shoes come off before entering any building with a Buddha image.
Mind Your Feet
Never point your feet at a Buddha image or a monk — it's considered deeply disrespectful. When sitting inside a temple, tuck your feet behind you or to the side.
Ask Before Photographing
Exterior photos are almost always fine, but some interior halls prohibit photography. Look for signs, and never pose irreverently with Buddha images — it's a legal offense in Thailand.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)