From April 13 to April 16, 2025, the ancient city of Chiang Mai will host one of Thailand's most captivating Songkran celebrations—the Chiang Mai Water Festival. During this festive period, the Tha Phae Gate and Chang Phuek Gate transform into vibrant hubs of joy and excitement. The streets come alive with trucks filled with cheerful crowds, and enthusiastic participants engage in lively water fights, creating an electrifying atmosphere. Known for its tranquil lifestyle, Chiang Mai bursts with energy during Songkran, especially along the city moat, where water is easily accessible, making it a popular spot for festivities. Songkran is not just about water fun; the streets and night markets near Tha Phae Gate are also enveloped in the festive spirit. 

 Additionally, Wat Phra Singh hosts a Buddha bathing ceremony, where devotees bring incense, flowers, and water to express their respect and gratitude to Buddha. The entire ancient city and its surrounding roads are immersed in joy, with splashes of water felt everywhere, whether you're driving or walking. The water activities organized by Central Festival Chiang Mai are a must-see part of Songkran, allowing participants to fully immerse themselves in the joyous Thai New Year celebrations. 

 If you're planning to spend Songkran in Chiang Mai, the Old City is a must-visit area. The most intense water battles occur near Tha Phae Gate and Chang Phuek Gate, where trucks loaded with people often drench passersby. This ancient and charming city hosts a Songkran Festival that blends tradition with modernity, showcasing Thailand's rich cultural heritage while offering an unforgettable New Year experience for visitors from around the world. It's truly an experience worth having.

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The ancient city of Chiang Mai, a treasure bearing the history and culture of northern Thailand, attracts travelers from all over the world with its unique charm. Inside the ancient city wall, Tha Pae Gate stands, witnessing the vicissitudes of Chiang Mai for hundreds of years. Walking on the ancient road paved with bluestones, there are scattered temples and antique buildings, each exudes a strong historical atmosphere. The literary atmosphere of Ningman Road and the bustling night market of Changkang Road add a perfect blend of modernity and tradition to the ancient city. Here, you can taste authentic Thai cuisine and feel the warmth and friendliness of the Thai people. Chiang Mai Ancient City is not only a tourist attraction, but also a place for people to relax and wash their hearts. Whether traveling alone or with family and friends, the ancient city of Chiang Mai can bring you an unforgettable travel experience.

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This was an amazing zoo. Better ones out there. A good variety of animals and multiple great shows. You&#39;ll need to arrive at like 4pm max to do all the shows.

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Highly recommend and must get your ticket on Trip.com! Don&rsquo;t walk in and buy. Recommend to buy VIP seat and do bring your portable fan and wipes. Chiang Mai is too hot for me even there is aircon provided but not strong. For VIP seat they will give you a small bottle of water so you do not need to bring your own. The seat are terrible!! The chair is old, tear apart and small. Will they upgrade the seat in future? Performance is great! Love it so much! All of them are so pretty! So beautiful!!! So friendly!!! Enjoy the performances so much but remember no photo taking during the performance. After that you can spend your baht to take photo with them. One person 50baht. No obligation. Your choices! PS: They really beautiful and can&rsquo;t tell them apart!

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The elephant at Toor in Chiang Mai is truly a wonderful experience! Watching these gentle giants in such a beautiful setting is heartwarming and inspiring. It&rsquo;s amazing to see how well they are cared for and to get up close with such majestic creatures. A truly memorable and positive experience!

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A mountain that has been part of the city and the sky since I was born. I&#39;ve visited countless times since I can remember. The last time was during university when I joined the freshman hike up the mountain, walking over 14 kilometers. Was it exhausting? Absolutely. But reaching the top was the most heartwarming feeling, receiving encouragement from seniors, friends, and juniors from all faculties. Since graduating, I&rsquo;ve gone every year without fail.

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