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: 88°F / 31°C
Conditions: Clear

Forecast tomorrow:

Clear. High:88 ° F.

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Latest News

PT preparing for BKK governor election
Sat, 28 January 2012
The Pheu Thai Party is gearing up for a Bangkok governor election expected to come by the end of this year following an early resignation from the post of MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra, party deputy spokeksman Jirayu Huangsap said on Saturday.
PT eyes Bangkok governor vote
Sat, 28 January 2012
The Pheu Thai Party is gearing up for an election to choose a new Bangkok governor, possibly by the end of this year, if MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra steps down early, says deputy party spokesman Jirayu Huangsap.
Chuwit: Big casino opening soon
Sat, 28 January 2012
A large casino will open in the heart of Bangkok on Thursday and Friday of this week, according to MP Chuwit Kamolvisit.
Nitirat defiant amid criticism
Fri, 27 January 2012
The Nitirat group remained defiant in the face of heavy criticism yesterday over its campaign to amend Section 112 of the Criminal Code, commonly known as the lese majeste law.
Theera calms fears of dam levels
Fri, 27 January 2012
Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Theera Wongsamut has played down public fears over high water levels in the country's major dams, promising they will be below 50% of capacity by May 1.
Historic case sees stateless kids freed
Fri, 27 January 2012
Two stateless children, their mother and another member of their family were released yesterday after 20 months in detention in a landmark case.
Senators to fight FIDF debt switch
Fri, 27 January 2012
A group of senators will file a court challenge against the government's transfer of financial crisis bailout debt to the Financial Institutions Development Fund next week.
Strong opposition to PTT's privatisation
Fri, 27 January 2012
The PTT labour union will send a letter asking the finanace minister to reconsider the PTT privatisation plan, as a survey shows at least half the people believe there's probably a hidden political agenda in the government's decision.
Four killed in passenger van crash
Fri, 27 January 2012
A passenger van ran into the back of a pickup truck in Suphan Buri on Friday morning, killing four people, including a nine-month-old girl and a 10-year-old boy, police said.
Twitter able to now selectively block tweets
Thu, 26 January 2012
SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) - Twitter said it now has the ability to block tweets from appearing in a specific country if legally required to do so.
Weekly highlights
Thu, 26 January 2012
The Nitirat group comes under heavy fire for its controversial proposals regarding the monarchy, as moves to amend or rewrite the charter gained added momentum. Meanwhile, a confrontation is looming between the City Hall and the government over flood prevention - amid predictions of another flood crisis this year.
Kittiratt seeks doubling of flood insurance fund
Thu, 26 January 2012
The government is considering whether to double to 1 trillion baht the maximum coverage of a proposed insurance fund for losses from natural catastrophes.
Demilitarising Muslim politics
Thu, 26 January 2012
Can Muslim governments free themselves from their countries' powerful militaries and establish civilian control comparable to that found in liberal democracies? This question is now paramount in countries as disparate as Egypt, Pakistan, and Turkey.
Pop firebrand's rocky road to monkhood
Thu, 26 January 2012
From pop star to fiery protest leader and probably best remembered for escaping the clutches of the police by climbing down a length of rope from a hotel balcony, Arisman Pongruangrong now walks calmly in his new role as a Buddhist monk.
Nitirat has second thoughts about campaign
Thu, 26 January 2012
A proposal by a group of Thammasat law lecturers to devise a new political order has unified political camps that are normally at each other's throats.
Army major held in drug trafficking case
Thu, 26 January 2012
An army major suspected of involvement in a billion-baht drug case has been arrested while a warrant was issued for one of his subordinates.
Governor on notice about floods threat
Thu, 26 January 2012
Interior Minister Yongyuth Wichaidit yesterday threatened to remove Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra if he fails to cooperate with the government in dealing with the potential flood threat this year.
PM Yingluck joins India's national day celebrations
Thu, 26 January 2012
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra was guest of honour on Thursday at India's 63rd Republic Day celebrations, an annual display of the country's military might held amid tight security.
TLSC demands wage hike nationwide
Thu, 26 January 2012
The Thai Labour Solidarity Committee plans mass gatherings of workers throughout the country to pressure the government to immediately raise the daily minimum wage to 300 baht nationwide, TLSC chairman Chalee Loysoong said on Thursday.
PT: Conspiracy to topple government
Thu, 26 January 2012
A group of politicians and members of an old power clique have set up a fund of almost three billion baht to ignite a workers' movement to overthrow the government, Pheu Thai spokesman Prompong Nopparit claimed on Thursday.
PT: Conspiracy to topple government
Thu, 26 January 2012
A group of politicians and members of an old power clique have set up a fund of almost three billion baht to ignite a workers' movement to overthrow the government, Pheu Thai spokesman Prompong Nopparit claimed on Thursday.
Nitirat group has gone a bit too far
Thu, 26 January 2012
The Nitirat scholars have made no secret of their opposition to the lese majeste law, but their latest proposal regarding the highest institution has overstepped the line and provoked uproar among the military and within pro-monarchy academia.
Nitirat has gone too far
Thu, 26 January 2012
The Nitirat scholars have made no secret of their opposition to the lese majeste law, but their latest proposal regarding the highest institution has overstepped the line and provoked uproar among the military and within pro-monarchy academia.
Trading security for the tourist dollar
Wed, 25 January 2012
The beauty of Thailand, for some, is that one can enter and exit the country almost as easily as walking in and out of a 7-Eleven.
Locals live in fear of annual fireworks terror
Wed, 25 January 2012
The annual Chinese New Year celebrations in downtown Suphan Buri, including spectacular fireworks displays, have given residents reasons to be nervous.
Prayuth tells Nitirat group to think again
Wed, 25 January 2012
Law professors who demand amendments to the lese majeste law must realise the great contribution which the royal institution has made to the country and learn to help their motherland, army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha says.
Suspect ties top military officer to drugs gang
Wed, 25 January 2012
Police have arrested a major drug suspect whom they say admitted to acting as a drug courier for a senior military officer in Phitsanulok.
Policy rate cut, diesel price revision
Wed, 25 January 2012
The central bank has again cut the key policy rate to 3.00%, as the Energy Ministry might allow the diesel price to rise above 30 baht a litre.

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.