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The confluence between the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar known as the Golden Triangle famous throughout the world not only for its stunning scenery, but also its notoriety as haven of opium smugglers and turbulent political history. The illicit activities that once plagued the region have today been reduced to no more than a historical footnote upon which the regions tourist industry capitalizes. However, the many natural, historical and cultural charms still draw travellers to the area by the thousands.<br>One of the ways to best take in the montage of diverse landscapes and sightseeing offerings near and around the Golden Triangle, and the countryside of Thailand at large, is by going on a boat-cruise down the Mekong River. One of the primary irrigation arteries of Southeast Asia, the Mekong River is the longest of its kind in its geographic region, flowing down from the Chinese Tibetan mountains to create a natural border between the countries of Laos and Thailand and running through both Vietnam and Cambodia before finally spilling into the South China Sea. Although the upper part of the river is famously treacherous, with its swift rapids and steep inclines, the southern end around Louang Phrabang in Laos is popular for its idyllic cruising.<br>Most [http://www.mekongrustic.com homestay mekong delta] River routes through Thailand encompass the countrys capital of Bangkok, with its wealth of Thai temples and associated art and culture, especially in the ancient kingdom of Ayutthaya. Northwards from here the cruise boats may dock at Chiang Rai, the most recommended base for a tourists exploration of the Golden Triangle.<br>Cross over to the Laotian border into the town of Huay Xay and get a taste of northern Laos with its hill-tribe villages and quaint Buddhist temples. The highlight here is Luang Prabang, the capital of Laos in its days of ancient royalty. Today, this city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site noted as one of the most [http://www.encyclopedia.com/searchresults.aspx?q=picturesque picturesque] old settlements in the whole of Southeast Asia. Guided city tours will take you through famous Wats such as Xieng Thong, Khili and Sene as well as the vibrant Hmong night market.<br>One may also encounter the stunning Kuang Si falls along the shores of Mekong as well as the nearby elephant camp. Discover the small Buddha idols secreted inside the caverns of Pak Ou and the delightful flora and fauna of the unspoilt forests lining the Laotian shores of the mighty Mekong. Unravel the origin of the massive stone urns in Xieng Khouang, or Plain of Jars, one of the mind-boggling archaeological mysteries of the world.<br>The further downstream one travels, the more wild and impressive the landscape becomes, with its hills blanketed by lush vegetation, enormous outcrops of rock and an unpredictable ride of fast currents and periods of placidity. All through, you will pass through a montage of not only hill, dell and forest but also tranquil villages in the hum-drum pace of rural life as well as bustling urban centres. The final destination of Vientiane, with its graceful boulevards and serene temples prove a fitting finish to this action-packed adventure traversing one of the worlds most untamed rivers.<br>Depending on where you embark and which tour you select, travellers have range of boat cruises to choose from, which may stretch anywhere from three to seven days journey. The charter is of course, subject to changing weather and river conditions and the crew necessarily reserves the right to change the itinerary without warning in the interests of safety.<br><br>The Golden Triangle is one of the best places to either dock or disembark, or simply spend the day on solid ground. Chiang Rai is the natural base here, being the commercial centre of the area. Those looking for a Chiang Rai resort, in which to find accommodation while exploring the many marvels along the Mekong, are directed to the Anantara Golden Triangle, Thailand, one of the most luxurious Chiang Rai hotels that makes the natural beauty of its environs into its own brand of enchantment.
According to relevant reports Netease, since the beginning of this year, five provinces in southwest China suffered a severe drought, no rain for months continued into March, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia are beginning to have serious drought, which flows through the five countries Mekong River water level dropped to the lowest level in 20 years. To this end, the lower [http://www.mekongrustic.com mekong delta homestay tour] countries criticized China's Upper Mekong dams in the drought intensified. In fact, the Mekong River since ancient times "is not and the water," joked, but the debate on this issue has continued for decades.<br><br>Around the Mekong River water resources development of the three disputed<br><br>Controversial one: repair of dams in the upstream river will affect the ecological balance?<br><br>Environmental protection Organization: Mekong dams accelerated the reduction of water, water quality, changes in water flow has caused a series of questions: for example, Vietnam's "rice bowl" Mekong Delta River erosion are due to seasonal flooding and the unique Arid Changes affected.<br><br>Thai fishermen: the unpredictability of salt to bring the production of agricultural and fishery losses. Thailand Parmon dam near the fishermen said, "when the dam burst the first time, Hanoi was scared to scattered fish. Dam projects after the beginning of the year, Hanoi has no fish."<br><br>The Chinese government: the dam is the biggest ecological impact of sediment to flow downstream fewer, because the silt gathered in a reservoir, but this objective so that the Mekong River for irrigation and navigation more convenient. Former minister of China Ministry of Water Resources, Association of China Wang Shucheng more dams, "said the ecological water Environment Impact only on the watershed area, but if you do not affect the development and construction of water damage to the global ecological environment. "<br><br>Controversy II: repair of dams in the upper reaches of the river is dirty water will decrease?<br><br>Environmental protection Organization: Council. Construction of dam would change the law in each of the ups and downs the water, which makes water the downstream countries [http://Imageshack.us/photos/subject subject] to the upper reaches of the state regulation of water demand. Mekong River in the past few months the region is indeed reduced precipitation, which is not only a [http://www.houzz.com/?search=natural natural] drought, or by the upper reaches of the impact of large dams projects.<br><br>Mekong River Commission: no. Mekong River water level drop is caused by the drought rather than natural causes caused the dam. Rainfall in the Mekong River Basin in 2009 dropped by 30%, while the rainy season but end month and a half earlier than usual, which makes the Mekong and its tributaries, smaller volume of water. "Upstream flood control dams have a positive effect", the Mekong River Commission President Jeremy Bird said, "If there are no dams upstream, downstream in January of this year is likely to have been shortage of water supply problems."<br><br>Chinese government: no. Average annual runoff of the departure Lancang Mekong River to the sea only 13.5% of average annual runoff of the Mekong water main outside the Mekong River from China (86.5%). Water evaporation from reservoirs, small hydropower, hydropower does not consume water running. Moreover, China has no inter-basin water transfer Lancang River Basin Plan, along the very few industrial and agricultural water consumption, the demand on limited water resources. Lancang River Hydropower Development almost no effect on downstream water.<br><br>Controversial three: no effect after the completion of the dam, who is in charge?<br><br>Mekong River Commission (MRC): Mekong River Commission, an advisory in the form of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, the development of water resources issues in four countries for data detection and information analysis, but on the national implementation of the project without any decision. At present, the downstream countries of dams on river water temperature conditions on the authority of the data, mostly from the agency on rainfall, river levels and floods clock of the periodic reports.<br><br>China: China's Yunnan Province has its own testing system, but never in the past 15 years, the downstream country open. March 25 this year, China announced its willingness to offer the first time in Yunnan Jinghong Hydropower Station Dam and water level information Manwan. However, the Chinese government within the data provided only for the assessment of the dam.<br><br>Environmental organizations: Thailand's "Siamese River of Life," "Save the Mekong Union" and other environmental organizations, environmental groups are opposed to dam the Mekong River (especially hydroelectric dam) of the active non-governmental forces, they through the organization of the various inter-regional forums, published articles in the media side of "supervision" of China and its construction of the dam.

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According to relevant reports Netease, since the beginning of this year, five provinces in southwest China suffered a severe drought, no rain for months continued into March, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia are beginning to have serious drought, which flows through the five countries Mekong River water level dropped to the lowest level in 20 years. To this end, the lower mekong delta homestay tour countries criticized China's Upper Mekong dams in the drought intensified. In fact, the Mekong River since ancient times "is not and the water," joked, but the debate on this issue has continued for decades.

Around the Mekong River water resources development of the three disputed

Controversial one: repair of dams in the upstream river will affect the ecological balance?

Environmental protection Organization: Mekong dams accelerated the reduction of water, water quality, changes in water flow has caused a series of questions: for example, Vietnam's "rice bowl" Mekong Delta River erosion are due to seasonal flooding and the unique Arid Changes affected.

Thai fishermen: the unpredictability of salt to bring the production of agricultural and fishery losses. Thailand Parmon dam near the fishermen said, "when the dam burst the first time, Hanoi was scared to scattered fish. Dam projects after the beginning of the year, Hanoi has no fish."

The Chinese government: the dam is the biggest ecological impact of sediment to flow downstream fewer, because the silt gathered in a reservoir, but this objective so that the Mekong River for irrigation and navigation more convenient. Former minister of China Ministry of Water Resources, Association of China Wang Shucheng more dams, "said the ecological water Environment Impact only on the watershed area, but if you do not affect the development and construction of water damage to the global ecological environment. "

Controversy II: repair of dams in the upper reaches of the river is dirty water will decrease?

Environmental protection Organization: Council. Construction of dam would change the law in each of the ups and downs the water, which makes water the downstream countries subject to the upper reaches of the state regulation of water demand. Mekong River in the past few months the region is indeed reduced precipitation, which is not only a natural drought, or by the upper reaches of the impact of large dams projects.

Mekong River Commission: no. Mekong River water level drop is caused by the drought rather than natural causes caused the dam. Rainfall in the Mekong River Basin in 2009 dropped by 30%, while the rainy season but end month and a half earlier than usual, which makes the Mekong and its tributaries, smaller volume of water. "Upstream flood control dams have a positive effect", the Mekong River Commission President Jeremy Bird said, "If there are no dams upstream, downstream in January of this year is likely to have been shortage of water supply problems."

Chinese government: no. Average annual runoff of the departure Lancang Mekong River to the sea only 13.5% of average annual runoff of the Mekong water main outside the Mekong River from China (86.5%). Water evaporation from reservoirs, small hydropower, hydropower does not consume water running. Moreover, China has no inter-basin water transfer Lancang River Basin Plan, along the very few industrial and agricultural water consumption, the demand on limited water resources. Lancang River Hydropower Development almost no effect on downstream water.

Controversial three: no effect after the completion of the dam, who is in charge?

Mekong River Commission (MRC): Mekong River Commission, an advisory in the form of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, the development of water resources issues in four countries for data detection and information analysis, but on the national implementation of the project without any decision. At present, the downstream countries of dams on river water temperature conditions on the authority of the data, mostly from the agency on rainfall, river levels and floods clock of the periodic reports.

China: China's Yunnan Province has its own testing system, but never in the past 15 years, the downstream country open. March 25 this year, China announced its willingness to offer the first time in Yunnan Jinghong Hydropower Station Dam and water level information Manwan. However, the Chinese government within the data provided only for the assessment of the dam.

Environmental organizations: Thailand's "Siamese River of Life," "Save the Mekong Union" and other environmental organizations, environmental groups are opposed to dam the Mekong River (especially hydroelectric dam) of the active non-governmental forces, they through the organization of the various inter-regional forums, published articles in the media side of "supervision" of China and its construction of the dam.

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