Chiang mai Attractions and information
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The must-visit Chiang Mai attractions are:
| Wat Phra That Doi Suthep: The temple is located on the Doi Suthep (Doi, meaning the mountain), is the most sacred temple is Chiang Mai with the history so there is one of the important temples in Chiang Mai.By visiting there you will see the golden pagoda which is contained part of the holy Buddha relic inside and one of the conspicuous there is the Naga Bridge over 100 steps. So can say that you are not arriving Chiang Mai without visit the Doi Suthep!!! |
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| The Elephant Camp: If you love the animals, get the opportunity for exploring with the lovely big friend at the Elephant Camp, where you will discover the well trained elephant; Wonderful with the elephants’ skill “ Elephant Painting “ and enjoy bathing the elephant. There are many elephant camp in Chiang Mai such as Mea Sa elephant camp, Mae Tang elephant camp, Chiang Dao elephant camp etc. You can also enjoy with the River Rafting nearby the camp. |
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Hill Tribe: One of the interesting and colorful lifestyle in Chiang Mai is ethic minorities, known as the hill tribes. Over hundred years tribal peoples who migrated from Tibet or China for living in the Northern Thailand border and have their own life style. This charming is attract the tourists come to visit here. |
Chiang Mai attractions: famous museum and gallery
Over the 700 years since King Meng Rai was founded Chiang Mai, the museums in Chiang Mai are the perfect educations destination.
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The Chiang Mai National Museum: The main museum of Chiang Mai where you can learn the history of Lanna and Northern traditional, also ancient Buddha images. It is located beside the historical temple; Wat Jet Yod. |
The Dara Pirom Palace Museumis a great heritage. The pavilion is Arts and Crafts style with a wide, long-eaved roof which covers the attic with dormer windows. The front part is hipped gable, decorated with battens and fitted windows in the middle.
Chauteau Kum - Une (Oon) Art Museum, it is a collection of art and antique objects, unusual to find in present day Chiang Mai. The chateau is constructed by the beautiful golden teakwood and it is very pleasing to the eye for visitors.
Baan Jang Nak (ҹҧ)
Located at 56/1 Moo 2 T. Buakkang Sankhampheang next to Wat Bauk kang (053 332 578). This is a gallery display the work of Lanna artisan (local artisan) which express in elephant wooden craving
Spanngn ancient fabric museum (ԾԲѳʺѹҭ)
Located inside Chiang mai cultural center before Hangdong junction. Over 1000 pieces of old fabric which is derive from royal court and local people. This museum is open every day except Wednesday . Open time 10.30-18.30 hrs . Tel 053-200655 , 081-8836713 , 053-215026
| Museum of World Insects and Natural wonders (ԾԲѳŧ) collect different kinds of insects around the ?? countries such as butterfly , grasshopper and insects. There are also fossil remains of plants , animals , different types of beautiful stones accumulated. This museum highly concentrations in mosquito more than four hundred species which take more than forty years of research to collect the medical 72 Nimmanhemin Road, Sirimangklajan Soi 3 Nt not. (Tel 05321 1891 visits cost B 100 adult B 50 child. Open to visitors every 09 days. 09.00-16.00 hrs.) |
 
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Chiang Mai attractions: related to beliefs, shrine and old community
Kru Ba Srivichai monument or Kru Ba Srivichai Shrine: Kru Ba Srivichai shrine located on the way to Doi Suthep. The shrine was built to commemorate Kruba Srivichai, who saw the hardship of the climb and started to constructed the motor road to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.You can stop for pay your respects and perhaps for a prayer.
| Phra That or the Chedi in the northen style, where is the holy Buddha relic contained. The northern people do not allow the woman to go inside Phra That area because Buddhists are believe that the women, who have the period are not clean enough to the holy area. Otherwise it is easier for do not allow all women for this case. In Chiang Mai you can visit many Phra That such as Wat Phra That Doi Suthep , Wat Phra That Sri Chomthong and Wat Phra That Doi Kham, etc. |
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Baan Tawai or the village of handicraft is the renowned source of fine handicrafts of Chiang Mai. It has created numerous wood sculptures and woodcarvings both for domestic sale and export with which Baan Tawai earned reputation as the village of woodcarving. Taking a trip to this busy and intriguing centre, 30 minutes drive south of the city, is a rewarding half day shopping tour, enabling you to see the craftsmen at work and pick up the best prices for these charming items.
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Bo Sang Handicraft center, It is known for its hand-made umbrellas and parasols which are brightly colored and often decorated with beautiful floral motifs painted in dazzling colors. The designs are very distinctive and are instantly recognizable.
Chiang Mai attractions : Chiang Mai Activities
Beside for visiting the several attractions, you can also enjoy with numerous activities. Like, shopping at the Walking Street night market; for visitors who like outdoor activities Doi Inthanon is your destination. Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand with several activities such as bird watching, Ang Ka Luang Nature Trail, Natural Study trek on Doi Inthanon Kiu Mae Pan and you can spend time at waterfalls; Spending you day at the golf course.
There is also numerous nightlife activities like; Khan Toke Dinner set at the traditional Lanna restaurant. Khan Toke, northern Thai traditional of eating with food being served in large platters at low tables while you sit on mats on the floor; enjoy shopping at the Walking Street market on Saturday and Sunday.
Chiang Mai attractions : Sightseeing close by Chiang Mai: one day trip from Chiang Mai
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Chiang Rai
: Doi Tung, called the Switzerland of Thailand. Doi Tung is gone of the most famous tourist destinations of Chiang Rai Province. Part of the attraction of this mountain-top is the drive up through forests and Shan, Akha and Lahu tribal villages. At the top of the mountain is the thousand years old temple of Wat Phrathat Doi Tung. |
Lampang
Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, the old temple in Lampang province. It is the Phra That (Chedi in Lanna style) of the year of ox. It is one of Thailand's most beautiful temples. The finest ornamentation probably dates from the time of Princess Chama Devi (c. 650-700), supposedly the founder of this temple complex. |
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Mae Hong Sorn
Pai: is a small laid-back valley between Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son town, surrounded by steep mountains. Well-known among backpackers for its relaxed atmosphere, the town is full of cheap guesthouses, souvenir shops and restaurants. In the proximity of the town are spas and elephant camps. Further outside of town, there are several waterfalls and a number of natural hot springs varying in temperature from 80 to 200 degrees Celsius. Some resorts tap the hot springs and feed hot water into private bungalows and public pools. |
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