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Chiang Mai is the principle city of northern Thailand and capital of the province of the same name, 700Km.far from bangkok.Popularly know as "The Rose of the North" and with an enchanting location on the banks of the Ping River, the city and its surroundings are blessed with stunning nature beauty and a uniquely indigenous culture identity. Founded in 1296 by King Mengrai as the capital of Lanna Kingdom. (Land of a million rice fields Kingdom)
Chiang Mai Where locals are pround of the city's 712 year history. It's rich traditional heritage and unique culture is a perfect foundation for the development of the city.
Chiang Mai has had a long and mostly independent history, which has to a large extent preserved a most distinctive culture. This is witnessed both in the daily lives of the people, who maintain their own dialect, customs and cuisine, and in a host of ancient temples, fascinating fot their northern Thai architecturalstyles and rich decorative details.
Chiang Mai also continues its renowned tradition as a handicraft center, producing locally as timeless souvenirs items in silk, wood, silver, ceramics, and more, which make the city is the country's top shopping destination for arts and crafts. Beyond the city, Chiang Mai provience spreads over an area of 20,000 sq. km. offering some of the most picturesque scenery in the whole Kingdom.The fertile Ping River Valley, a patchwork of paddy fields, is surrounded by rolling hills and the province as a whole is one of forested moutains (including Thailand's highest peak, Doi Inthanon), jungles and rivers.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.
The old city of Chiang Mai with its fascinating indigenous cultural indentity such as diverse dialects, cuisine, architecture, traditional values, festivals, handicrafts and classical dances is a prime location in its own right. In additional, the presence of hilltribes and their wealth of unique cultures enhance Chiang Mai's distinctive diversity.
Here is the ideal terrain for adventure travel by trekking on elephant back, river rafting or four-wheel drive safaris in a nuture wonderland. Adding a special feature to the landscape are the traditional villages of the region's hilltribe people, distinguished by their colourful tribal costumes and lifestyles mostly untouched by the modern world. At the same time, visitors will find deluxe hotels, boutique hotels, moutain resorts and other facilities that ensure today's comforts and convenience.
Thanks for Tourism Authority of Thailand
Climate : Cool Season : Start from late October to middle of March. Average temperature 20°C (68°F) in town and much cooler at night time. The coolest months are December and January. Hot Season : Start from late of March to end of May. Average temperature 30°C (86°F). The hottest month is April. Rainy Season : Start from early June to end of October. Average temperature 25°C (77°F). The wettest month is September. |
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