Phu Chi Fa

Phu Chi Fa
ภูชี้ฟ้า
The "sea of mist" seen from Phu Chi Fa
Highest point
Elevation1,628 m (5,341 ft)
ListingList of mountains in Thailand
Coordinates19°51′0″N 100°27′15″E / 19.85000°N 100.45417°E / 19.85000; 100.45417
Geography
Phu Chi Fa is located in Thailand
Phu Chi Fa
Phu Chi Fa
Parent rangePhi Pan Nam Range
Climbing
First ascentunknown
Easiest routedrive

Phu Chi Fa (Thai: ภูชี้ฟ้า, pronounced [pʰūː t͡ɕʰíː fáː]), also Phu Chee Fah, is a mountain area and national forest park in Thailand. It is located at the northeastern end of the Phi Pan Nam Range, 12 km to the southwest of Doi Pha Tang at the eastern edge of Tap Tao in Thoeng District, Chiang Rai Province.

Description

The cliff is part of an elevated area, the Doi Pha Mon sub-range, that rises near the border with Laos sloping towards the Mekong River which has an area of approximately 58,069 rai ~ 92.91 km2 (35.87 sq mi). The heights range between 1,200 and 1,628 m (3937 - 5341 ft) to the east of the mountain.[1]

With views over the surrounding mountains, it is one of the famous tourist attractions of the Thai highlands near Chiang Rai. Tourists visit the mountain especially at dawn in order to catch a glimpse of the "sea of mist" and the view of the fog-surrounded hills.

History

Phu Chi Fa is part of the Doi Pha Mon mountain range, which is the border between Thailand and Laos in Chiang Rai-Phayao provinces. It has a steep cliff, so it was named “Phu Chi Fa.” It is believed that Phu Chi Fa was once home to ancient tribes, such as the Akha or Hmong people. Locals call the ridge pointing to the sky “Chi Fa”.

In the years between 1965 to 1983, this area was a battlefield due to ideological conflicts between groups that adhered to communist principles, who formed the Communist Party of Thailand, and government officials who were sent to suppress them, resulting in tragic and bloody confrontations. After the security problems were resolved, a road was built along the Thai-Laos border from Ban Pha Tang, through Phu Chi Fa, and to Chiang Kham District. Since then, Phu Chi Fa has been well-known to tourists since 1991, and The Forest Department ordered it to be a forest park again on February 6, 1998.[2]

Fauna

Phu Chi Fa is home to various Animals. From the survey and interviews with local residents, the wildlife in the surveyed national forest reserve can be broadly categorized as follows:

  • Birds: The most commonly seen species include the Greater Coucal (Centropus spp.), White-rumped Shama (Copsychus malabaricus), Red-whiskered Bulbul (Pycnonotus blanfordi), Red Junglefowl (Gallus gallus), Laughingthrushes (Garrulax leucolophus), House Swift (Apus affinis), and various species of hawks, barn owls, starlings, magpies, orioles, mynas, drongos, owls, junglefowls, and many kinds of warblers.
  • Mammals: Wild mammals include the barking deer, wild boars, palm civets, pangolins, wild rabbits (Lepus peguensis), lesser bamboo rats (Cannomys badius), Berdmore's ground squirrels (Menetes berdmorei), tree shrews (Tupaiaglis), squirrels (Callosciurus), mouse-deer, flying lemurs, porcupines, civets, and small-toothed palm civets.
  • Reptiles: Reptiles found include the big-headed turtle, various species of snakes, geckos, lizards, skinks, monitor lizards, pangolins, forest geckos, iguanas, centipedes, millipedes, flying lizards, and scorpions.
  • Amphibians: Amphibians include the common toad, stream frogs, salamanders, water skinks, tree frogs, and bullfrogs.

Flora

The forest around Phu Chi Fa supports a wide variety of plant species, contributing to the region's rich biodiversity. Tree species include the White Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata), Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa), Fagus Hayatae, Red Beech (Fagus grandifolia), Water Beech (Fagus sylvatica), and Giant Beech (Fagus japonica). Other prominent trees include Terminalia Bellerica, known for its use in traditional medicine, Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), and aromatic species like Frankincense (Boswellia sacra) and Jambolan (Syzygium cumini). Wild flowering trees, such as Michelia Alba, Sarapee (Magnolia sirindhorniae), Wild Champak (Magnolia champaca), and Wild Magnolia, add seasonal blooms to the forest canopy.

The forest understory is equally diverse, supporting plant species such as Ground Orchids, Cogon Grass (Imperata cylindrica), Vetiver Grass (Chrysopogon zizanioides), Rat-tail Grass (Sporobolus indicus), and Broom Grass (Thysanolaena maxima). Mosses and various fern species thrive in the moist, shaded conditions, creating a lush, layered landscape beneath the taller trees. This combination of towering trees and a rich understory provides an intricate ecosystem, sustaining a wide array of wildlife and enhancing the natural beauty of the region.[3]

Climate/Season

The weather is influenced by two types of seasonal monsoons: the northeast monsoon, which brings cold and dry air masses from China to cover Thailand during the winter, causing Chiang Rai to have generally cold and dry weather; and the southwest monsoon, which brings moist air masses from the sea and the Indian Ocean to cover Thailand during the rainy season, causing Chiang Rai to have rain.[4]

It is divided into 3 seasons:

  • Summer: From mid-February to mid-May, the weather is generally hot and humid. especially in April, which is the hottest month of the year. The average maximum temperature was 31.4 degrees Celsius, with April being the hottest month. The highest temperature ever recorded was 42.0 degrees Celsius.
  • Rainy: From mid-May to mid-October, which is the period when the southwest monsoon covers Thailand, the weather starts to become humid and there is heavy rain from around mid-May onwards. The month with the most rain is August.
  • Winter: From mid-October to mid-February, when the northeast monsoon prevails over Thailand, the weather is generally cold and dry. The coldest month is January. The average minimum temperature was 19.9 degrees Celsius, with the coldest temperature recorded in January at 1.0 degrees Celsius.[5]

Tourist Attractions

On average, Phu Chi Fa is a popular tourist attraction, drawing a high volume of visitors, with more than 250,000 to 300,000 people traveling there each year. The peak tourist season for Phu Chi Fa falls during the winter months, particularly from December to February. This time of year, is especially popular due to cooler temperate, making it the most visited place for outdoor activities and hiking in the area.

Phu chi fa mists sun rise

During the rainy season through to winter, one of the key attractions of Phu Chi Fa is its renowned viewpoint, offering a view of the sea of mist and a sunrise. The landscape features expansive, layered mountain ranges stretching across the horizon. In the early mornings, the valleys below are often shrouded in a sea of mist, with the sun rising above it.

Phu Chi Fa’s landscape presents captivating views throughout the day, not just at dawn. The region’s rolling grasslands and intricate mountain ranges display varied colors across the seasons: in summer and winter, the grasslands take on a distinctive golden hue, while in the rainy season, they become lush and green. During late afternoon and evening, a gradual mist often blankets the area again[6]

Aerial view of cherry blossom tree Phu Chi Fa


The Sakura viewing point

Near Phu Chi Fa, from December to February, the highway connecting Phu Chi Fa and Doi Pha Tang becomes a notable site for seasonal blooms. During these months, Thai cherry blossoms (Prunus cerasoides), locally known as “Nang Phaya Sua Krong,” flower along both sides of the road, forming a corridor of pink blossoms. This display has become recognized for its scenic appeal, making this stretch one of Thailand’s most visually striking mountain drives.

Location

See also

References

  1. ^ "วนอุทยานภูชี้ฟ้า". www.cots.go.th. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
  2. ^ "สำนักงานนโยบายและแผนทรัพยากรธรรมชาติและสิ่งแวดล้อม".
  3. ^ "Phu Chi Fa National Park (under gazetting)".
  4. ^ "เที่ยวภูชี้ฟ้า รวม 5 เสน่ห์น่าดูชม หนาวนี้ต้องไปปักหมุด!". www.thairath.co.th (in Thai). 2018-08-04. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
  5. ^ "ลมหนาวโชยจริง!คนแห่เที่ยวเชียงรายล้นจนภูชี้ฟ้าต้องจัดระเบียบ ปีนี้โกยทะลุ 3.6 หมื่นล้าน". mgronline.com (in Thai). 2023-12-02. Retrieved 2024-11-22.
  6. ^ "ท่องทะเลหมอก บนยอดภูชี้ฟ้า จังหวัดเชียงราย". kapook.com (in Thai). 2009-07-13. Retrieved 2024-11-22.


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