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CHIANG MAI

F and terraced fields. This allows visitors to take part

ounded as the capital of the ancient Lanna
Kingdom over 700 years ago, Chiang Mai is a
in activities like white water rafting, kayaking, jungle
destination steeped in history. The area’s cultural
Moreover, hikes to Doi Suthep and Doi Inthanon—also
richness combined with its cooler temperatures, trekking, cycling and zip-lining across the rainforests.
historical sites and diverse natural beauty has allowed known as the highest peak in Thailand--are both
it to blossom over the years into one of the country’s unmissable opportunities. However, if you are looking
leading tourist spots. However, not just popular with to relax, the area is also home to elephant sanctuaries,
backpackers and travellers looking for a change of sprawling botanical gardens, serene riverside parks,
pace from Bangkok, the destination has also grown in and opportunities to visit hill tribe villages for a better
popularity with couples looking to host their weddings understanding of the indigenous culture of the region.
in a truly memorable location.
In addition to spectacular natural environments that
Chiang Mai is a destination with a laidback ambience, its range from mountainous terrain to idyllic riverbank
streets dotted with trendy cafés, local eateries, modest settings, there are diverse advantages of hosting a
shophouses, and an array of ancient temples. During the wedding celebration in Chiang Mai. Not only is the
day, visitors are encouraged to explore the city’s many destination easily accessible via its international airport,
winding roads on either foot or bike to truly take in all of but the locale is also home to a selection of resorts
the sights. At night, the area is brought to life by various equipped with wedding venues spanning all budgets,
markets, including the famous Chiang Mai Night Market, styles and sizes. All of these reasons, and more, make
where vendors sell everything from budget clothing Chiang Mai a fitting destination to host a truly exceptional

to souvenirs and delicious street-eats. The area is also destination wedding.

home to a number of bars and nightclubs that are filled
with partygoers from all around the world.

For lovers of fresh air and the outdoors, Chiang Mai is
the perfect destination for adventure. The area is made
up of waterfalls, lush jungle, lakes and the flowing Mae

Taeng River that cuts through the forested mountains

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