A Tapestry of Ethnic GroupsThe hill tribes of Thailand are composed of various ethnic groups, each with its own traditions, languages, and histories. The most prominent of these include the Karen ...

The northern regions of Thailand are home to various hill tribes, each with its language, culture, and traditions. From the Karen to the Hmong and Akha, these tribes provide diverse experiences.

The Akha are one of the six hill tribes in the mountainous regions of Northern Thailand. The hill tribes (chao khao, literally ‘mountain people’) are considered non-Thai by the Thai authorities, and ...

This summer, we have 2,340 children attending catechism classes in 20 parishes,” said Bishop Joseph Vutthilert Haelom, who ...

The region is home to many of Thailand’s hill tribes—with their own distinct languages and cultures—which you can visit on guided tours. The winding, scenic Mae Hong Son Loop makes the road ...

Like the other hill tribes in Thailand, the Akha can be distinguished by their clothing and jewelry. Men generally wear loose trousers, a white vest, and a blue jacket. Akha women traditionally wear a ...