Phu Phing Palace is the winter palace and open to the pulic on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays as well as holidays, when the Thai Royal Family is not in residence. Hmong Hilltribe Village, Doi Pui is located about half an hour from Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. Chom Thong, San Pa Tong and Mae Chaem and covers some 1,005 square kms. It offers marvellous natural scenery. Hunting, fishing or causing damage to trees, plants and animal is strictly forbidden.
People there make paper products by an ancient process and produce charmingly painted umbrellas.
Silk and cotton materials are woven by local folks on traditional looms. The people are settled into communities, each working at their own crafts. For those interested in crafts, endless time can be spent visiting the communities and watching the delicate workmanship. The craftmen are friendly people and they are proud to show visitors around, whether they buy their wares or not. Elephants are also provided for tourists who enjoy elephant riding.