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Chiang Mai
Thailand
"Ancient Temples, Night Markets & Thailand's Cultural Capital"
ABOUT
Chiang Mai is one of Southeast Asia's most beloved and livable destinations - a charming walled city in northern Thailand's mountainous countryside that offers a completely different Thailand experience from the beach resorts of the south. The ancient moat-surrounded city center contains over 300 ornate Buddhist temples, including the dazzling Doi Suthep perched above the city on a sacred mountain. By night, the Saturday and Sunday Walking Streets transform into Asia's greatest outdoor markets. Chiang Mai is also the base for extraordinary experiences: ethical elephant sanctuary visits, jungle trekking to hilltribe villages, Thai cooking classes, and muay thai boxing gyms.
MUST SEE ATTRACTIONS
Doi Suthep Temple, Sunday & Saturday Night Walking Streets, Elephant Nature Park (ethical sanctuary), Old City Temples (Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh), Thai Cooking Classes, Night Bazaar, Hilltribe Village Trek
BEST TIME TO VISIT
November-February (cool season)
LOCAL TIPS
Book elephant sanctuary at least 2 weeks ahead; avoid elephant riding (unethical); rent a scooter for Doi Suthep and surrounding villages
GO AEDVENTURE'S ADVICE
Excellent value destination. Perfect for cultural immersion. Best paired with Bangkok for a classic Thailand itinerary.
IDEAL DAYS TO SPEND
4-6 days
AVERAGE COST PER DAY
$30-$100
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