Frank Michel Cycling - Touring Discovery and Adventure in Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand

  There is a particular kind of magic that unfolds on two wheels, and today, I am seeking it in the emerald embrace of the SanPaTong countryside. The simple act of mounting my bike feels like an invitation to slip into a slower, more rhythmical world. My journey becomes a flowing meditation, the gentle whir of the chain and the soft crunch of tires on paths forming a wonderful soundtrack. Wat Sam Lang Temple, Ban Klang - SanPaTong in the beautiful Chiang mai Northern Thailand. Nestled in the serene countryside of San Pa Tong province, Wat Sam Lang Temple stands as a living chapter in one of Thailand’s most ancient spiritual landscapes. Its tranquil grounds occupy the same fertile plain as the evocative ruins of Wiang Tha Kan, an archaeological site that whispers of the Haripunchai Kingdom’s greatness over a millennium ago. While the crumbled laterite walls and ancient stupas of Wiang Tha Kan tell a story of a fallen civilization, Wat Sam Lang represents a powerful continuum of fait...

This is what a beautiful bike ride looks like on a February day. Pedaling from Mae Wang through the beautiful hills of Ban Mai Sawan towards San Pa Tong and back along the hills, passing through the Doi Lo and Thung Pi regions. 70 km of pure cycling fun and it is always a happy ride frankmichel.cycling@gmail.com