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Chiang Mai
When it comes to Thailand, everyone knows about Bangkok, the busiest tourist city in Thailand, with a series of shopping centers and amusement parks lit up day and night. But many people have probably "forgotten" the second largest city located in the north of Thailand, which is Chiang Mai. Also beautiful and bustling, but certainly, Chiang Mai is more attractive than Bangkok.
As a large city in the top 5 of the "Land of Golden Temples", Chiang Mai is a very famous tourist destination because of its cool, fresh air all year round. Besides, architectural works created by nature and humans are also valuable artistic assets that attract tourists from all over the city. Let's explore the reasons why you should travel to Thailand at least once in your life.
Chiang Mai owns ancient and sacred temples
If Thailand is famous for the land of pagodas, then Chiang Mai is capital of that land. Chiang Mai has countless temples scattered everywhere, sometimes only a few dozen meters apart and running along road. Among them, the most prominent temple is Phrathat Doi Suthep, one of the most sacred temples in Chiang Mai and revered by many Thais. This is also where many Buddhists make pilgrimages during major holidays. Thai people believe that: "If anyone have not been to Phrathat Doi Suthep themple, they have not been to Chiang Mai"
Wat Phra Singh is perhaps the largest Buddhist temple in Chiang mai. The huge main temple surround adds another religious layer to the northern Thai city. The equally-sized golden stupa is another highlight. Popular with both locals and tourists, it is representative of Lanna culture.
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Where you will participate in many unique experiential activities
Yeeping Light Festival: The Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival is held annually in November in Chiang Mai. This is considered a "miniature version" of the Loy Thakrong Lantern festival, but the difference is that while Ly Thakrong floats lanterns on the water, Yi Peng releases lanterns into the sky, creating an extremely magical night sky.
Explore indigenous culture: Interacting with and participating in the daily lives of indigenous pepple is agret opportunity to better understand their uique culture and lifestyle.
The busy night markets
Night markets have long been considered as a Thai specialty, and of course, Chiang Mai also has brilliant night markets no less than Bangkok; a typical example is Night Bazaar.
Bazaar Chiang Mai Night Market is the answer for those who want to know the origin of the "flea market". When you come here, you can buy handicrafts created by the people of Chiang Mai and the the northern provinces of Thailand as souvenirs of your trip. And if you are foodie, the Bazaar will be paradise for you. Delicious dishes tytical of Thai Street are concentrated in Chiang Mai. In addition, you can have relaxing moments at coffee shops or massage parlors right on the street.
Diverse and unique cuisine
Chiang Mai cuisine appeals to both vegan and vegetarian foods. Meat-abstaining travelers can find a vegetarian restaurant on any street in Chiang Mai. There are dozens of restaurants specializing in serving vegetarian dishes, as well as food stalls in many markets. The food is not only delicious but also has very reasonable prices.
Food stalls and markets can be found everywhere in the city, where you can try traditional local dishes. Favorite dishes here are Pad Thai, curry, Khao Soi...
Ideal time to travel to Chiang Mai
From November to May next years is the peak tourist season in Chiang Mai. At this time, there are many tourists coming to Chiang Mai, so the costs will increase significantly.
In addition, this is the time when many unique traditional festivals take place in Thailand, especially in Chiang Mai.
If you visit Chiang Mai in mid-November, don't miss the Loy Krathong River Lantern Festival and the Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival held in Chiang Mai.
Phương tiện di chuyển ở Chiang Mai
The issue that many tourists are concerned about is the means and how to travel between destinations. In Bangkok, buses, skytrains, subways, motorbikes, taxis, and songthaews are popular means of transportation, but this city is also famous for having the second most complicated traffic in the world.
However, when in Chiang Mai, Thai tourists will immediately notice the difference. The most popular type of vehicle is the traditional songthaews, which run around the city center, making it easy to get on and off at will, and are more affordable than taxis. The sparse traffic density in Chiang Mai is also an ideal condition for you to rent a motorbike and explore the surroundings.
Bringing you the most famous dishes and places to visit before your first trip to Chiang Mai Thailand. There are many other attractive tourist attractions in Chiang Mai, and many delicious dishes waiting for you to explore. This trip will be a great gift for yourself!