Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu is located on top of Doi Kong Mu hill,just west of Mae Hong Son town.It a Burmese style temple founded in 1860 and comprises of several structures including two chedis and two viharns.The atmosphere atop the hill is one of tranquility and serenity.The top of Doi Kong Mu hill provides 360 degree views of Chong Kham Lake, Mae Hong Son, the Pai valley and the airport to one side and the forested hills of Burma to the other side. The hill is a popular place to watch the sunrise and sunset. At sunrise the valley is often covered in early morning mist. At sunset the sun disappears behind the Burmese mountains.
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