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CHIANG MAI 696 Kms. from bangkok. By Car By Airplane By Bus By Train
Experiencing the merging of the past into the present in Chiang Mai where locals
Baan Krating Chiang Dao
Inspired by the natural beauties of simple and healthy living, Baan Krating Chiang Dao is located on ..
Eurasia Chiangmai Hotel
Eurasia Chiang Mai Hotel, is located in the peaceful outskirts of the city and is only 10 minutes to ..
Doi Farang Bungalow Holiday Resort
Doi Farang Bungalow is built on the end of a mountain-slope facing the big round valley of Phrao wit ..
Suan Doi House Hotel Chiang Mai
In tune with exotic Thai Lanna architectural tradition, SDH (Suan Doi House) is scented by a variety ..
Star Hotel Chiang Mai
A peaceful cozy refuge. Warm hospitality an attentive staff, and comfortable rooms are some of the m ..
Novotel Chiang Mai
The hotel is able to organize daily tours and treks to ensure guests experience the best of Thailand ..
Lanna Resort
You can relax yourself all day and enjoy with the beautiful flowers and plants in the valley, also t ..
Airport Resident
Where a real comfortable for relaxation, conveniently located in business area as only a few minutes ..

GENERAL INFORMATION

Experiencing the merging of the past into the present in Chiang Mai where locals are proud of the city’s 700-year history. Its rich traditional heritage and unique culture is a perfect foundation for the development of the city. Chiang Mai is one of the few places in Thailand where it is possible to find in the heart of the city centuries-old chedis and temples next to modern convenience stores and boutique hotels. The original city layout still exists as a neat square surrounded by a moat with vestiges of the fortified wall and its four main gates offering prime access to the old town.

For years, tourists have mistaken Chiang Mai as the northern junction and the base from which they can explore other provinces. The phrase "a day in Chiang Mai is enough to see things around" was common. Today, tourists are surprised by the fact that there is always something new to discover Chiang Mai. Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes coupled with breathtaking scenery makes Chiang Mai one of Asia’s most attractive tourist destinations. Two weeks in Chiang Mai may not be long enough for serious travelers.

The old city of Chiang Mai with its fascinating indigenous cultural identity such as diverse dialects, cuisine, architecture, traditional values, festivals, handicrafts and classical dances is a prime location in its own right. In addition, the presence of hill tribes and their wealth of unique cultures enhance Chiang Mai’s distinctive diversity.

Chiang Mai is also blessed with pristine natural resources of mountains (dois), waterfalls, and other nature-based tourist attractions. At the same time, Chiang Mai residents are warm, gracious and congenial providing authentic hospitality making visits memorable and meaningful. Moreover, visitors from all walks of life can collect handicrafts of silk, silver and wood produced locally as timeless souvenirs. Chiang Mai is a place where both backpackers and luxury tourists can enjoy themselves to the fullest.

The Past

Chiang Mai literally means new city and has retained the name despite having celebrated its 700th anniversary in 1996. King Meng Rai founded the city as the capital of the Lanna (A Million Rice Fields) Kingdom on Thursday, 12th April 1296 during the same period of time as the establishment of the Sukhothai Kingdom. King Meng Rai the Great conferred with his friends, King Ramkhamhaeng of Sukhothai and King Ngam Muang of Phayao before choosing the site where the capital of the Lanna Kingdom was to be founded.

From then, Chiang Mai not only became the capital and cultural core of the Lanna Kingdom, it was also the centre of Buddhism in northern Thailand. King Meng Rai himself was very religious and founded many of the city’s temples, which are still important today.

At the height of its power, the Lanna Kingdom extended its territory far into Burma and Laos, and southwards to Kamphaeng Phet a province above Sukhothai.

The Burmese conquered the Lanna Kingdom in 1556 ending the dynasty founded by King Meng Rai that lasted over 250 years. As Burma had occupied Chiang Mai for nearly 200 years, Burmese architectural influences are visible in many temples. At the end of the 18th century, King Taksin the Great regrouped the Thais in the south and finally drove the Burmese out with the help of King Kawila of Lampang thereby regaining Thai independence from Burma. Chiang Mai was then governed by a succession of princes who ruled the north as a Siamese protectorate under the Chakri dynasty. In the late 19th century, King Rama V appointed a high commissioner in Chiang Mai and it was only in 1939 that Chiang Mai finally came under the direct control of the central government in Bangkok the same time the country was renamed Thailand.

In the past, Chiang Mai was only accessible by river and elephants. More convenient access was achieved only when the railway line was completed in the late 1920’s. Moreover, the first motor vehicle driven directly from Bangkok arrived in Chiang Mai in 1932. Such isolation was more favorable to Chiang Mai as it helped to nurture and preserve the unique Lanna culture.
When we look at Chiang Mai today, it is the economic, cultural and communications hub of northern Thailand complete with excellent infrastructure, good roads, by passes and road tunnels, and reliable communications infrastructure.

The Setting

Chiang Mai, with an altitude of approximately 310 meters above sea level, is situated approximately 700 kilometers from Bangkok on the Mae Ping River basin. Surrounded by high mountain ranges, the city covers an area of approximately 20,107 square kilometers and is the country’s second largest province. Chiang Mai borders Myanmar on the north, Lamphun and Tak Provinces on the south, Chiang Rai, Lampang and Lamphun Provinces on the east and Mae Hong Son Province on the west. The terrain is mainly comprised of jungles and mountains, which are home to the hill tribes. In addition, wildlife and exotic flora may be found in the national parks.

Most of Chiang Mai’s mountains are oriented from north to south. Together they create a multitude of streams and tributaries including Mae Chaem, Mae Ngat and Mae Klang. One of Chiang Mai’s distinctive features is Doi Inthanon, Thailands highest peak, which is 2,575 meters above sea level. In addition, the province boasts flat, fertile valleys, which spread along the banks of the largest and most important river in Chiang Mai Mae Nam Ping (Ping River) which originates from the Chiang Dao mountain range.



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BAN HMONG MAE SA MAI / Mae Rim / CHIANG MAI
This Hmong Hill Tribe village is the closest Hmong settlement to Chiang Mai. The Hmong came to Thailand about 100 years ago from Laos. By Hmong standa ..

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CHIANG MAI ZOO / Doi Suthep / CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai Zoo was established by the The Zoological Park Organization, Thailand in 1974. Situated on 531 Rai of verdant forest land at the foothill o ..

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DOI ANG KHANG / Doi Angkhang / CHIANG MAI
This royal agricultural station situated among beautiful mountainous scenery, provincial capital, 163 kilometres north of Chiang Mai, is a demonstrati ..

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Doi Inthanon National Park / Doi Inthanon / CHIANG MAI
Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand, 2,565 m. from sea level.The geography is bountiful with foresst and the atmosphere is cool and fresh all ..

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DOI SUTHEP-PUI NATIONAL PARK / Doi Suthep / CHIANG MAI
Doi Suthep-Pui used to be known as Doi Oi Chang. Its new name comes from the name of a hermit, Prarusiwasuthep who lived at Doi Suthep-Pui was a prote ..

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Doi Tao Lake / Doi Tao / CHIANG MAI
The lake is located approximately 133 kilometers from Chiang Mai town along the Chiang Mai-Hot-Doi Tao route. This large reservoir is actually situate ..

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FANG HOT SPRING / Fang / CHIANG MAI
is at Amphoe Fang, 163 kms. north of Chiang Mai along the Chiang Mai-Tha Tlon Rd., (Highway No.107) turn left at km.153 for 11 kms. to Ban Pin. In a 1 ..

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HUAI KAEO ARBORETUM / Chiang Mai Town / CHIANG MAI
Huai Kaeo Arboretum is next to ChiangMai University.The attractively landscaped garden contains many kinds of tropical trees and lovely flowers. It's ..

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HUAI NAM DUNG NATIONAL PARK / Mae Taeng / CHIANG MAI
Huai Nam Dang National Park , is about 60 kilometers along Mae Malai - Pai Highway and 6 kilometers on turning right. It commands a breathtaking view ..

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HUAI PHAK PHAI ROYAL PROJECT / Hangdong / CHIANG MAI
This is at Ban Mae Ha, tambon Ban Pong along the Samoeng-Hang Dong route. It is approximately 300 metres from Km. 17. From Chiang Mai, it can be reach ..

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MAE SA BUTTERFLY FARM / Mae Rim / CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai butterfly farms offer varieties of butterfly for the one who loves this insect with beautiful colored wings in nature amidst.Situated at ki ..

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MAE SA ELEPHANT SHOW / Mae Rim / CHIANG MAI
Mae Sa Elephant Training Center in Chiang Mai offers you a grand encounter with trained Thai elephants and a chance to watch them at work! Features of ..

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MAE SA SNAKE FARM / Mae Rim / CHIANG MAI
The Mae Sa Snake Farm is situated at km 3 on the Mae Rim to Samoeng Road. The farm not only displays snakes from all over Thailand, but also regularly ..

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MUANG KUNG EARTHENWARE VILLAGE / Chiang Mai Town / CHIANG MAI
Various kinds of earthenware, both in traditional and modern styles, are made and sold here in large quantities.(Chiang Mai - Chom Thong-Hot Route 10 ..

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NAMTOK MAE SA / Mae Rim / CHIANG MAI
The Nam Tok Mae Sa Waterfall is 26 km from Chiang Mai city and is located at km 7 on the Mae Rim - Samoeng Road. This eight-tiered delightful waterfal ..

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OLD CHIANG MAI CULTURAL CENTRE / Chiang Mai Town / CHIANG MAI
Welcome to old Chiangmai Cultural center where you will enjoy a serene evening three-hours experience of the exotic Khantoke dinner, stage performance ..

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OP LUANG NATIONAL PARK / Hangdong / CHIANG MAI
The Mae Chaem River was originally called the “Salak hin”. The river created a big but narrow canyon , which is called Ob Luang. The rocks and cli ..

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ORCHID FARM / Mae Rim / CHIANG MAI
Visit an orchid farm in Chiang Mai and have your eyes dazzled by the array of colour and the wealth of variety. With more than 25,000 species, orchi ..

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PA PAE HOT SPRING / Mae Taeng / CHIANG MAI
The Pa Pae Hot Spring is located in the district of Mae Taeng approximately 40 km from Chiang Mai City center along the route to the towns of Mae Mala ..

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Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden / Mae Rim / CHIANG MAI
Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden (QBG), Chiang Mai, Thailand, was established in 1993 as a state enterprise under the Prime Minister's Office. It is the f ..

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SAN KAMPHAENG HOT SPRING / Sankampaeng / CHIANG MAI
The San Kamphaeng Hot Springs, Chiang Mai have water at over 100 Celcius, and are set in a wooded area surrounded by mountains. There is a mineral swi ..

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SOUTHERN ROUTE / Others / CHIANG MAI
Old Chiang Mai Cultural Centre Highway 108Located on the road to Chom Thong, the centre stages Lanna Thai cultural performances with a Khantoke Dinn ..

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TAENG DAO ELEPHANT SHOW / Chiang Dao / CHIANG MAI
Taeng Dao Elephant Training Centre is about 20 mins drive from Chiang Dao Nest. We can arrange your transport so that you get to see an elephant show ..

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THAM CHIANG DAO / Chiang Dao / CHIANG MAI
Tham Chiang Dao is a charming cave located in Amphoe Chiang Dao. Climb a staircase with a zinc roof to reach the cave. The lovely cave greets visitors ..

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WIANG KUM KAM / Chiang Mai Town / CHIANG MAI
In 1984, just outside the modern Chiang Mai metropolitan area, archaeologists uncovered the remains of an ancient city. Research concluded that this w ..

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WIANG THA KAN / Chiang Mai Town / CHIANG MAI
Wiang Tha Kan located in Ban Tha Kan, Amphoe San Pa Tong, 30 kms. from town to the south, is an ancient town of the Hariphunchai Period. The main hist ..

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Chiang Dao Room Rate (THB)
Baan Krating Chiang Dao   Best Recommended!
63/3 Moo. 10, Tambol Mae Na, Amphoe Chiang Dao, Chiangmai 50170 Thailand
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Chiang Dao Hill Resort
28 Village 6, Tambol Ping Kong, Km. 100 Chiangmai-Fang Highway Rd., Amphur Chiangdao, Chiangmai 50170 Thailand
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Chiang Mai Town Room Rate (THB)
Airport Resident   Best Recommended!
AIRPORT RESIDENT 47/2 Soi 1 (Shetthakit Villege) Mahidol Road, Haiyao Subdistrict, Maung Chiang Mai 50200
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Central Duangtawan Hotel
Chiang Mai 132 Loy Kroh Road, Chang-Klan, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
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Eurasia Chiangmai Hotel   Best Recommended!
1 Likkasithradvidhee Rd., Nong Pakrang, Muang, Chiang Mai 50000
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Holiday Garden Hotel
16/16 Huay Kaew Road, Chiang Mai,Thailand
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Lanna Mantra Relais Hotel
146 Paton Road,Tambon Paton, Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai 5000
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Lanna Palace 2004 Hotel
184 Changklan Road, Muang Chiang Mai 50100
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Lotus Pang Suan Kaew Hotel
99/4 Huay Kaew Road, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200
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Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi
51/4 Moo 1, Chiang Mai - Sankhampaeng Road, Tambon Thasala, A. Muang, Chiang Mai 50000
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Novotel Chiang Mai   Best Recommended!
183 Chang Puek Road, Sri Phom, Muang District, Chiangmai 50200 Thailand
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Rachmankha
6 Rachamanhka 9, T. Phra Singh, A. Muang, Chiangmai 50200
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Royal Princess Chiang Mai Hotel
112 Changklan Rd., Muang Chiangmai 50100
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Rydges Tapae Chiangmai Hotel
22 Chaiyapoom Road, Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai 50300
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Sheraton Chiangmai Hotel
318/1 Chiangmai-Lumphun Rd.,Tumbol Wat Kate, Amphur Muang, Chiangmai 50000 Thailand
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Star Hotel Chiang Mai   Best Recommended!
36 soi 4 Loikroh Road, Muang, Chiangmai 50100
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Suan Doi House Hotel Chiang Mai   Best Recommended!
38/3 Soi Chantrasub, Huay Kaew Rd., Muang, Chiang Mai
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Suriwongse Hotel Chiang Mai
110 Changklan Road, Muang, Chiangmai 50100
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Tamarind Village
50/1 Rajdamnoen Road, Sri Phom, Muang, Chiangmai 50200 Thailand
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Chiang Mai-Lampang Road Room Rate (THB)
Lanna View Hotel & Resort
1 Soi Lanna Hospital, Chiang Mai-Lampang Rd., Muang, Chiang Mai 50300
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Hangdong Room Rate (THB)
Baan Klang Doi Hotel Resort & Spa
190 Hangdong-Samaeng Rd., Banpong, Hangdong, Chiangmai 50230 Thailand
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Banana Bon Bon Resort
28 Moo 5, Tumbol Baanpong, Amphur Hangdong, Chiangmai 50230 Thailand
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Belle Villa Resort
135 Moo 5 Tambol Baanpong, Amphur angdong, Chiangmai 50230 Thailand
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Krisdadoi Chiangmai Aprime Resort
90 Moo 4, Hangdong-Samoeng Road, Banpong, Chiangmai 50203, Thailand.
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Lanna Resort   Best Recommended!
1 Moo 9, Baan Pong, Hang Dong, Chiang Mai 50230
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Suan Bua Hotel & Resort
158 Moo 3, Hangdong-Samerng Road, Tambon Banpong, Ampur Hangdong, Chiangmai 50230 Thailand,
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Mae Rim Room Rate (THB)
Hmong Hilltribe Lodge
111 Moo 4, Mae Ram, Mae Rim, Chiangmai Thailand
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Jirung Health Resort
99 Moo 7, T.Rim Tai, Mae Rim, Chiangmai 50180 Thailand
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Phrao Room Rate (THB)
Doi Farang Bungalow Holiday Resort   Best Recommended!
203/1 T. Pa Nai, Phrao, Chiang Mai, 50190
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Sankampaeng Room Rate (THB)
Northern Heritage Resort & Spa
14 Chiang Mai-Lamphun Golf Club,San Kamphaeng, Banthi Rd., Chiang Mai 50130
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Sansai Room Rate (THB)
Holiday Resort Chiang Mai
362 T. Maefak A.Sansai Chiang Mai.
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Life Up Long Stay Resort & Spa
205 Moo 9, T. Nongharn, A. Sansai, Chiangmai 50290 Thailand
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Thaton Room Rate (THB)
Maekok River Village Resort
Moo 3, Ban Thaton, Amphur Mae Ai, Chiang Mai 50100.
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Best Recommended Restuarant and Entertainment in CHIANG MAI
The Gallery
Cuisine Thai  Hours Daily noon-1am  Address 25-29 Charoenrat Rd  Location East side of river, north of Narawatt Bridge, Near the Ping River  Phone 05324-8601  Prices Main courses 120B-340B (US$3.40-US$9.70/£1.85-£5.25)  ..
Le Grand Lanna
The restaurant is set in cluster of renovated wooden Lanna buildings over 4,000 square metres Beneath the sweep of rain trees, guests dine overlooking a mature tropical garden bursting with crested hibiscus, palms, orchids and pungent jasmine. Choose ..

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