Chiang Mai Attractions
What to See in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is quickly becoming one of the most popular destinations in Thailand. The scenic mountain terrain beckons travellers to explore its peaks and forests, while the city is home to a wealth of historic and cultural sites waiting to be discovered.
Whether you’re the adventurous type who loves outdoor activities or a cultured epicure who loves to experience the finer things in life, a holiday in Chiang Mai will more than satisfy you – it will amaze you.
Chiang Mai offers a diverse range of both natural and cultural attractions and there are many important and beautiful temples and ruins to visit as well as interesting hill-tribe villages, national parks, caves and waterfalls. There’s no doubt about it, there are so many things to see in and surrounding the town that you’ll have to plan well to fit them all in. Here are the Top Ten Chiang Mai Attractions. Read More...
Chiang Mai is more than just what’s inside and surrounding the Old City walls. Apart from religious monuments, nature and ethnic culture both play an important role in shaping Chiang Mai’s travel landscape. Read More...
A city peppered with hundreds of examples of religiously affiliated architecture, a world class sightseeing destination where the old and new world coexist flawlessly. Read More...
Night Bazaar is arguably Chiang Mai’s biggest attraction in its self, leading the modern legacy of the Yuannese trading caravans that would stop here along the ancient trade route between China and Myanmar. Read More...
Stretching 569 kilometers, the Mae Ping River is the lifeline of the Chiang Mai Province. Originating from Doi Chiang Dao it provides the water vital for the irrigation of rice paddies, gardens and crops. Read More...
Modeled after a similar attraction in Singapore, this expansive park is part of the Thai government’s huge multi-million baht plan to increase Chiang Mai's attraction to tourists. The concept of the park is to provide visitors with a thrilling experience similar to being out in the wilderness at night. Read More...
Although not the first thing that comes to mind when most people think of the city, the Chiang Mai Zoo is surprisingly interesting. Covering 200 acres of land in the foothills of Doi Suthep and providing excellent views of the city in addition to its fascinating wildlife exhibits, Chiang Mai Zoo is certainly worth a visit, especially if you've had your fill of temples. Read More...
The highest peak in Thailand, Doi Inthanon rises to a height of 2565 meters above sea level. This altitude means that temperatures are refreshingly brisk year round and regularly dip below freezing during the cool season. The national park which contains Doi Inthanon and bears its name covers 482 square km. Read More...
Doi Suthep is a constant part of life in Chiang Mai. A Thai saying goes, "If you haven't tasted Khao Soi or seen the view from Doi Suthep, you haven't been to Chiang Mai." This mountain overlooks the city from the northwest, providing commanding views from its summit. Read More...
By far the most romantic of Thailand’s celebrations, Loy Krathong takes place on the full moon night of the 12th lunar month. However, with the full moon falling on a Wednesday the 12th this year, many celebrations will commence on November 8th so the fun can run through the weekend. Read More...
Having secured their names in the Guinness World Record, the elephants at the Mae Sa Elephant Camp are no ordinary beasts. Apart from going about their daily routine of bathing, eating, sleeping and just being domesticated elephants. Read More...
As a major cultural centre and a place where the past and present meet, it's no surprise that Chiang Mai has a number of interesting museums. These museums preserve the art, culture and history of the Lanna (northern) Kingdom as well as the northern hilltribes and make excellent rainy day excursions. Chiang Mai's museums are certainly worth a visit. Read More...
Chiang Mai is proud of its reputation as ‘The Rose of the North’, and it is only fitting that the Kingdom’s second-largest city is a proud host of Southeast Asia’s biggest horticultural exposition.
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Chiang Mai is defined by a 600 year old moat, sits in the shadow of a monastery built in the 14th century and is dotted with wats (temples) raised by kings in centuries long past. In ancient times kings built temples to demonstrate not only their devotion, but also their wealth and power. Read More...
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