General Information
Chiang Mai is unique for its rich heritage and ancient Lanna culture. The history of Chiang Mai goes back 700 years and many customs are unique to the North. Additionally, the weather in Chiang Mai is quite different from further South and many visitors like to come for the cool season when frost can be seen on the mountaintops.
Browse these topics and more; how to drive in Chiang Mai, things to watch out for, and Thai culture dos and don’ts. While Thai people are very tolerant of mistakes, and Chiang Mai people will generally accept them with good grace, it is better to know beforehand and see the true Chiang Mai smiles blossom when the local people see you understand and respect their ancient culture.
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1. Catch panoramic views of the city from atop Wat Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai’s most famous temple. read more
2. See a Khantoke Dinner and enjoy the most charming aspects of Lanna culture while enjoying delicious Northern cuisine. read more
3. Visit an Elephant Camp for a ...
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There is nothing quite as liberating as taking control of your own destiny and driving yourself around town while you’re in Chiang Mai. In fact, because the greater Chiang Mai area is quite spread out, and the pace of traffic relatively slow, many are quite ...
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Banking in Chiang Mai is relatively easy, given the large number of ATM’s and various branch outlets concentrated in popular areas around town. Visitors and residents alike can do any number of typical transactions such as opening local accounts, withdrawing cash, and doing money transfers ...
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Seven hundred-year-old Chiang Mai is at the heart of northern heritage. It is both a modern and ancient city, overlaid with an eclectic cultural stamp called Lanna. Though the word Lanna (ล้านนา, 1 million rice fields) had existed in the distant past, it is in ...
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For those preferring comfort and reliability for a modest price, Chiang Mai has plenty of mid-range and budget hotels. As with other subcategories of accommodation, the city has seen a lot of growth in the past 10 years, with many new choices opening their doors. ...
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Many of the foreigners living in Chiang Mai came here initially for extended visits or to scout locations to set-up house, finding themselves in need of what is called “longstay” accommodation. For those not sure what part of town best suits them when looking to ...
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The quaintness of Lanna charm has carried over into the design of numerous Chiang Mai boutique hotels in the last 10 years. They provide the quality you would expect from a major operator, but with the personal touches of design and service from a smaller, ...
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While there is a vast amount of accommodation in town and relatively easy access to the scenic areas of Chiang Mai, some people like to stay out in the countryside, in the hills and mountains and enjoy a peaceful, relaxing time enjoying nature. For those ...
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For many, Thai culture can seem a pitfall of things to watch out for that would never have crossed their minds (don’t use your foot to point at a person or an object for instance) but the most simple rule to remember is to take ...
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With its beginnings primarily as a backpacker destination, Chiang Mai has plenty to offer in the way of guesthouses. While the term brings to mind the idea of just the basics, the current state of guesthouse accommodation in Chiang Mai is anything but shabby. Visitors ...
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