Ban Thi subdistrict

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Ban Thi (Thai: บ้านธิ, pronounced [bâːn tʰíʔ]) is a tambon in Ban Thi District, Lamphun Province, northern Thailand. It lies about 20 km northeast of the town of Lamphun.

Ban Thi
บ้านธิ
CountryThailand
ProvinceLamphun
DistrictBan Thi
Population
 (2005)
 • Total
6,234
Time zoneUTC+7 (ICT)
Websitewww.banthi.go.th

History

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Ban Thi was settled largely by Tai Lue people who emigrated from Xishuangbanna in Yunnan Province in the early-Rattanakosin era. Tai Lue women are known for their woven fabrics, a staple of the community economy.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Karnjanatawe, Karnjana (15 February 2018). "A Proud Heritage". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 15 February 2018.