Heard of a place call Suan Phueng?

Ratchaburi springs another surprise to me recently. I came to know of a large orchid farm, claimed to be the largest in Thailand in a place called Suan Phueng, part of Ratchaburi Province to the west bordering Myanmar. So I took a drive there to check it out.

After the visit, I realized this area was featured in BangkokPost travel article early this year. It is accessible only in recent years.













It wasn't difficult to find Suang Phueng Orchid Farm.





















I wasn't disappointed upon arrival, these orchids at the entrance are simply gorgeous!
































It occupies 6 rai (1 rai = 40 x 40 m) of land and was delightful to walk around with its cool climate here.
































Khun Lek, the owner, told me his story of giving up his career in Bangkok and took over the family biz. He established the farm here 6 six years ago with his brother. I also learn from him this place has the elevation similar to Chiang Mai. During the cooler months, night temperatures can drop to 7 to 8 deg C.





















I noticed numerous new resorts are opening up here. This one I favor is Mediterranean styled.




























































I would definitely come back this way again.