Inside Chiang Mai

Discover amazing 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, ethnic backgrounds, and income levels.

About the Author

My name is Ralph van den Berg and I have been living in Chiang Mai, Thailand since I was a child. After more than 20 years, I now have a beautiful family here in Chiang Mai and I consider myself very acquainted with this city and its people.

While I used to create websites professionally, I now only do so as a hobby and insidechiangmai.com is one of my creations. I hope that the information on this website will be valuable to you, and if you would like to get in touch, please connect with me on Twitter.

  • Getting Around in Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai is not a complicated city to navigate. There are clear landmarks that help guide you to where you need to go, and of course there is the mountain to orient you. Public transportation is an issue that this city has been trying to tackle for many years, but beyond some unreliable bus routes, […]

  • Elephant Parade Chiang Mai

    Elephant Parade is coming home to the streets of Chiang Mai. Elephant Parade is a public art exposition featuring elephant statues by famous artists and celebrities. Previously, Elephant Parade has visited places around the world, including USA, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Singapore, Hong Kong and more, but Chiang Mai is the birthplace of the concept, […]