Wild Mexican Sunflower Blooming Season

Date: 1 November – 5 December 2010, Venue: Doi Mae U-kor, Mae Hong Son Province

The hills and valleys of Mae Hong Son, one of Thailand’s most naturally scenic areas, turn to gold when the Bua Tong Giant Wild Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia Diversifolia) comes into full bloom during this period.

When the flowers fade, the seeds are collected and made into insecticides.

Doi Mae U-kor mountain peak in Khun Yuam district of Mae Hong Son is considered to be the an excellent location to enjoy the splendor of the sunflowers in full bloom.

Contact information:
Tourism Authority of Thailand, Mae Hong Son Office
Tel: +66 (0) 5361 2982-3
Fax: +66 (0) 5361 2984
E-mail: tatmhs@tat.or.th