About Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai is the largest city in northern Thailand. It is about 700km north of Bangkok and possibly the most culturally significant city in the northern part of Thailand.
It has become an increasingly modern city and offers many attractions for its visitors. Chiang Mai offers its visitors with the culture, adventure and value hospitality with its historical background, and its laid-back charm, and not to mention it is has definitely cooler weather than Bangkok!
The mountainous Northern Thailand also make Chiang Mai a great location for rafting, sightseeing, soft adventure and spa resorts. Visit 700 year old temples, waterfalls and bustling markets, and experience the Asian jungle from the back of elephants or go trekking. When you are at Chiang Mai, also head out to the national parks and sites located just outside the city as well.
There are hundreds of bars and cheap restaurants to choose from, you will be totally spoilt for choice in terms of food and entertainment.
Get your bargains at the famous night market. Remember to check out the marvellous handicrafts, or you can head for one of the malls and boutique shops.
There are over 200 Chiang Mai hotels which you can book for your stay. You will be amazed the low range accomodation starts from just THB450! Top of the range resorts are just at THB16,000. It is definitely one destination you should not miss.
