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Chiang
Mai Travel Guide by Muhammad Suhail
| Chiang Mai, the fifth largest
city of Thailand which is unequivocally famous for its lush green lawns,
magnificent mountains and spectacular looking plains. Situated on a wondrous
plain at the altitude of 316 m, it is more serene and green then the capital
of Thailand.
Getting Here
You would be landing on Chang
Mai International Airport if you are coming from airplane. A good deal
of bus services run from the Bangkok Northern Bus Terminal for the destination
of Chiang Mai. Train facilities are also available if you prefer using
of them.
Getting Around
An unconventional way of
traveling inside this city is by using the songthaew or seelor. Tuk-tuks
and Samlor are good reasonable alternatives for the roads of Chiang Mai.
Other options like bus, walk, modern taxi, bicycle and cars also exist
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| Climate
As the region of Chiang Mai
is enclosed by mountains, the weather experienced by it is different from
the weather in other parts of Thailand. Wintry season usually lasts from
the end of October to the late of September.
The majorly chilly months
are the months of December and January. It starts drizzling normally from
early July till the conclusion of October.
Museums and Temples
Chiang Mai has a rich heritage
in terms of its history and religious affairs. Chiang Mai National Museum,
Chiang Mai University Art Museum and Postal Museum are the perfect incarnations
of Chiang Mai's love for history. A unique museum also exists which is
named as Museum of World Insects and Natural Wonders. There are almost
300 temples in Chang Mai.
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Festivals
Chang Mai flowers festival
is held on a yearly basis on the first weekend of February. The sparkling
and dynamic colors that get displayed at that time are simply unparalleled.
For flower lovers, Chiang Mai is the best place for you since Royal Exposition
is another festival held to showcase a diversified range of orchids to
the tourists. Loi Krathong Festival is another prominent event wherein
candles are placed in colorful lanterns and fireworks.
Activities and Nightlife
| If you want to polish your
Thai culinary skills then Chiang Mai is the finest place for this. You
can also learn the customary Thai palpation in addition to the numerous
activities of swimming, golf, motorcycling, fishing, rafting, rock climbing
and many more. Chiang Mai has its own share of dynamic dance clubs, plethora
of pubs and bars and the option of live music under the open sky is also
available to anyone who wants to go for it.
Food
If you are in Chiang Mai,
opt to eat classic Thai food. Khao soi, yellow wheat noodles in curry with
kai or neua or seafood should be your priority here. All kinds of foods
are available on all kinds of budget.
Accommodation
Even by usual standards of
Thai, accommodation in Chiang Mai is relatively cheap. You can choose one
that is tailored to suit your needs properly. |
Budget, mid range and lavish
accommodations are all available and it is your decision which suits your
needs the best.
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