Villagers in Lampang province’s Wang Nua district work in farming most of the year. But when the weather permits, many turn to the river in the hope of finding their fortune panning for gold. Video by Chumporn Sangvilert and Nuttawat Watanasuwan.

Gold rush in Wang Nua

Villagers in Lampang province’s Wang Nua district work in farming most of the year. But when the weather permits, many turn to the river in the hope of finding their fortune panning for gold. Video by Chumporn Sangvilert and Nuttawat Watanasuwan.

Published: 4 Jul 2013

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