The Japanese-style Hinoki Land in Chiang Mai is among destinations that appear on the 10 must-see cultural sites. Bangkok Post photoThe 10 must-see cultural sites as announced by the Ministry of Culture have raised eyebrows and drawn criticism. Most notably, critics have set their sights on Hinoki Land, a tourist destination in Chiang Mai inspired by -- as the name strongly suggests -- Japanese architecture. Looking at the criteria, how could Hinoki Land not be on the list? Frankly speaking, I don't think that the Culture Ministry should list cultural sites based on their popularity or potential for income generation.

Source: Bangkok Post May 17, 2019 23:03 UTC