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 ...

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.

For over a thousand years the Akha people have inhabited the hills ... and drugs are eroding the cultural heritage of the Akha tribe ...

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 ...