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Chiang

Mai

his northern city isn’t just worth visiting for its cooler
temperatures and cultural attractions, but Chiang Mai
Tis also known for its majestic royal history as the seat
of the Lanna Kingdom seven centuries ago. As the capital
of Thailand’s north, it has all the city essentials, including an
upbeat nightlife and shopping options with the added bonus
of being surrounded by lush green mountains and glorious
ancient temples.

Sunday Night Market

For those who love the outdoors, Chiang Mai is also a paradise
of natural beauty with waterfalls, elephant sanctuaries, white-
water rafting and zip-lining, among the top choices for guests.
Doi Suthep is an unmissable sight. This opulent temple
towering majestically over the horizon provides panoramic
views of the city below. Meanwhile, Doi Inthanon is known for
being the highest peak in Thailand.
Doi Inthanon
One of the highlights in the city itself is Chiang Mai’s Sunday
Easily accessible by an international flight, Chiang Mai is Night Market, where the whole city is transformed into a giant

a seamless fusion of tradition and modernity. Visitors can bazaar, selling hundreds of Thai-inspired arts and crafts or
explore hill tribe villages and botanical gardens during the day, you can step back in time to explore the ruins of the Old City
and enjoy lively riverfront restaurants, nightclubs and night and get a glimpse of what life used to be like before Chiang
markets in the evening. Mai became a part of Thailand.

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