Maerim elephant guesthouse

12/04/2019

Songkran festivals 💦💦

12/04/2019

Come and have fun with us.

20/03/2019

Songkran festival 13-15 February 2019

Songkran is a Thai traditional New Year which starts on April 13 every year and lasts for 3 days. Songkran festival on April 13 is Maha Songkran Day or the day to mark the end of the old year, April 14 is Wan Nao which is the day after and April 15 is Wan Thaloeng Sok which the New Year begins.

Songkran means “movement” or “changing” since according to Thai astrology, the sun will move into a new sign of the Zodiac on this day. Songkran is also called the “Water Festival”. Water is believed to flow and wash away all bad omens during this time. Thus, it is a time for cleaning; houses, villages, temples and spirit houses.

In the Thai tradition, the New Year begins early in the morning when faithful Thai Buddhists give alms to Buddhist monks. After that, they release caged animals, especially birds and fish. Elders and parents will be visited and respected by their children and grandchildren. The young pour scented water over their elder’s hands, they in return, wish them good health, happiness and prosperity. This tradition of paying respect, is called “Rod Nam Dam Hua”. April 14 is called “Family Day”.

In the afternoon, Thai Buddhists sprinkle scented water on Buddha images. After that, they sprinkle perfumed water on, or throw clean, cold water over each other. Songkran is observed with excitement in the North, especially in the northern province of Chiang Mai.

A lot of people from around the country will head up north to participate in the festivals organised there. A Miss Songkran Pageant will be held and a long and beautiful parade will be organised.

07/03/2019

Come join us and be happy.

11/02/2019

Guests Love Maerim Elephant Guesthouse! Helping guests enjoy their stay while in Chiang Mai we invite you to come stay with us and experience Thailand!💕

24/11/2018

Loy Kratong Festival!

02/11/2018

To offer food to the monks

14/10/2018

2018 Chiang Mai (Thailand) Loy Krathong & Yee Peng Lantern Festivals

08/10/2018

07/10/2018

Hello & welcome to maerim elephant guesthouse.

Located between the Ping River and Night Bazaar we have the perfect location to setup camp before making your way around town!

Come enjoy your stay with the Maerim Elephant Family!

25/09/2018

Maerim Elephant Sanctuary is Happy to Announce the GRAND OPENING of Maerim Elephant Guesthouse!

Located between the Ping River and Night Bazaar we have the perfect location to setup camp before making your way around town!

Come enjoy your stay with the Maerim Elephant Family!