Chiang Mai, the pride of Thailand

Chiang Mai is the capital of Northern Thailand, located in a scenic valley with the Mae Ping River running through it. In this beautiful city you'll find a wide variety of cultural attractions and modern lifestyle venues. This flourishing area is very tourist-friendly, with destinations suitable for travelers of all ages, ethic backgrounds, and income levels.

Weather today:

Temperature: 79 °F / 26 °C
Conditions: Scattered Clouds

Forecast tomorrow:

Unknown. High:82 ° F.

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Latest News

Williams to meet in Wimbledon final
Thu, 2 July 2009
Defending champion Venus Williams crushed World No. 1 Dinara Safina 6-1, 6-0 in the semi-final in less than an hour.
Serena goes through Wimbledon final
Thu, 2 July 2009
After gruelling 3 sets lasting nearly 3 hours, Serena Williams won over Elena Dimentieva to progress to the Wimbledon final again this year.
PM to visit Vietnam July 10
Thu, 2 July 2009
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva will pay an official visit to Vietnam on July 10, PM's deputy secretary-general Panithan Wattanayakorn said on Thursday.
PM: Talks with Cambodia only way to end border tension
Thu, 2 July 2009
Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva says the Thai-Cambodia border conflict can be solved only through talks and not by force of arms.
Govt importing 600,000 doses of A-flu vaccine
Thu, 2 July 2009
The government will import 600,000 doses of A(H1N1) influenza vaccine in September or October and all patients in need will have access to it, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said Thursday.
Govt importing 600,000 doses of A-flu vaccine
Thu, 2 July 2009
The government will import 600,000 doses of A(H1N1) influenza vaccine in September or October and all patients in need will have access to it, Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said Thursday.
US Marines capture Afghan district in major offensive
Thu, 2 July 2009
Thousands of US Marines poured into Afghanistan's Taliban heartlands Thursday, quickly capturing a district in the first major assault of President Barack Obama's new war plan.
US Marines capture Afghan district in major offensive
Thu, 2 July 2009
Thousands of US Marines poured into Afghanistan's Taliban heartlands Thursday, quickly capturing a district in the first major assault of President Barack Obama's new war plan.
Chavarat lashes out at MEA union
Thu, 2 July 2009
Interior Minister Chavarat Charnveerakul has lashed out at the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) labour union for threatening to cut off power to government offices which haven't paid outstanding power bills totalling over a billion baht.
Chavarat lashes out at MEA union
Thu, 2 July 2009
Interior Minister Chavarat Charnveerakul has lashed out at the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) labour union for threatening to cut off power to government offices which haven't paid outstanding power bills totalling over a billion baht.
Chavarat lashes out at MEA union
Thu, 2 July 2009
Interior Minister Chavarat Charnveerakul has lashed out at the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) labour union for threatening to cut off power to government offices which haven't paid outstanding power bills totalling over a billion baht.
Preah Vihear listing a fact, accept it, says Pongpol
Wed, 1 July 2009
The listing of Preah Vihear temple as a world heritage site was an accomplished fact and the government should explain this clearly to the people to prevent any more confusion, Pongpol Adireksarn, former chairman of the Thai World Heritage Committee, said on Wednesday.
UTCC: Thailand enters deflation
Wed, 1 July 2009
Thailand is now going through the period of deflation but the situation is not worrying, according to an economic think tank's latest report.

Hotels & Tours

There is a lot to see in and around Chiang Mai. Luckily there are plenty of tour guides around to help you find all the amazing sight seeing opportunities. You can arrange for them to pick you up at your hotel or guesthouse, and drop you off again after a day filled with new experiences.

Insider information from the author: "With all the political unstability in Thailand, your trip will only get cheaper. There are no dangers or threats to tourists, and you will have amazing stories to tell when you come home again."

Things to See & Do

Chiang Mai is filled with places and events, guaranteeing you that you won't have time to be bored. There are 2 large shopping malls, the Night Bazaar (also known as Night Market), Sunday Market, and tons of other shopping locations throughout the city. Later at night you won't find yourself going hungry with Chiang Mai's vast selection of restaurants (Thai or international food) and after dinner, there's a great choice of bars, pubs and discos to dance the night away.

Around Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a good place to start when you want to explore Northern Thailand, or pay a one day visit across the border to Burma or Laos. The mountains around Chiang Mai are also very popular for their Hilltribe villages, including the famous Long Neck Karen.