Phrae, situated east of Lumpang, is the former center of the teak
trade, a distinction still visible today in Phrae town’s many fine
old teakwood houses. Although the hardwood trees are now protected,
teak remains an important source of income in the form of carvings
and furniture made out of timber recycled from old houses.
In addition to its teak products, Phrae, like other northern
provinces, is notable for its richly forested landscapes.
