THE NORTH
CHIANGMAI
The province of Chiang Mai, located 700 kilometres north of
Bangkok epitomizesthe charm and attractions that typify northern Thailand. Here
you will discover a landscape of high forested hills and idyllic river
valleys,while the cities , towns and villages of the region display a distinct
culture arising from a long and separate history. At the same time, deluxe
hotels and mountain resorts provide all modern comforts.
The city of Chiang Mai
, pleasantly situated on the banks of the Ping River, is a treasure trove of
ancient temples, fascinating for their distinctive northern Thai architectural
style and rich decorative detail, while on the outskirts is the famed hilltop
temple of Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep.
Chiang Mai s equally famous for its wealth
of traditional handicrafts-in silk, wood, silver , ceramics and more which
makes the city a veritable paradise for the shopper. Beyond, the countryside
beckons, offering adventure travel by trekking ,elephant-back, river rafting or
4 wheel drive safaris into a natural
wonderland, where the traditional villages of colourful hilltribe people are
unique feature in the landscape.
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