Chiang Mai Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Old City Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Chiang Mai is more cost-effective for a family trip | Detailed parent-child travel guide included
In 2013, we celebrated the Yi Peng festival in Chiang Mai
The touching moment of thousands of people releasing sky lanterns is still unforgettable
10 years later, we have grown from 1+1 to 3
In 2023, bringing our child to Chiang Mai for the Yi Peng festival was an unforgettable travel memory at the end of the year
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🔸Market tour🔸
It is recommended to include a weekend in your itinerary, the weekend markets in Chiang Mai are really good
🌴Coconut Grove Market
The market in the coconut grove, full of atmosphere, is really photogenic, and children can feed lambs for a few dollars
🛍️JJmarket
A very artistic market, the shops are very interesting, there are places for children to play, and various local snacks are great
💡Saturday night market and Sunday night market are very lively, and the things are more commercialized, the cost-effectiveness of the night market's Thai massage is 💯
🔹Nimman Road white night market and JJ are similar
🍉Warorot Market is a local market, the prices are more reasonable, suitable for buying souvenirs when leaving
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🔸Tour of Chiang Mai Old City🔸
🛕Temple tour
The temples in Chiang Mai old city are very beautiful, you can spend a day or two visiting, Wat Phan Tao, Wat Phra Singh, and the Silver Temple are very photogenic
🕊️Feeding pigeons at Tha Pae Gate
A point I was looking forward to, thinking that children would like it, but now Tha Pae Gate has been almost contracted by local vendors, my experience was not good
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🔸Around Chiang Mai🔸
This time we rented a car to go to the local people's sky lantern venue, and accidentally discovered several points around the old city, which almost contracted the entire scenic area
⛲️Huay Tung Tao Reservoir Park
Various straw-woven animals are like a fairy tale kingdom for children, and there is a lakeside restaurant next to it, which is very interesting
💩Elephant Poo Poo Paper Park
The park can immerse children in the process of making paper from elephant dung, with Chinese explanation
🐘Mae Sa Elephant Camp
We didn't book a one-day tour of the elephant camp, we went here to buy tickets directly and let the children interact with the elephants, 🎫300 beads include a basket of bananas
🌸I love flower farm
A farm suitable for taking flower photos around the old city, it's very good for me who loves to take photos, there is also a Ban na flowers next to it, there are almost no tourists, I took a group of photos for the children here
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🔸Cafes🔸
The cafes in Chiang Mai are all great, I feel I can stay in each for half a day
🐑Maekee sheep house
A sheep cafe on the top of the mountain, there is no problem except for being a bit far
🍃Doi chaang mae rim
Alice-style cafe
☕️Café arte
A cafe on Nimman Road that I really like
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🔸About restaurants🔸
This time I found many treasure restaurants in Chiang Mai
😋Ancient Beef thai cuisine, the beef rice is super good
😋VVx7, a restaurant by the stream
😋Bigbigshabu, a nearby buffet, 50 per person for unlimited lobster
😋Chiang Mai's old-fashioned braised beef noodle restaurant, a treasure restaurant in the old city
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I'll share these first, I'll post the detailed guide slowly when I have time~
Interesting wanderings in the Old City 👣👣
We could easily find various attractions while wandering around the town centre. The places is peaceful and was also decorated with colourful and pretty lanterns during its lantern festival. 🎏🪅
Attractions:
🏮Wat Inthakhin (its name in Thai) is a tiny lovely Buddhist temple with traditional Lanna architecture, and located near the Three Kings monument, which stands at an odd angle to the street.
🏮 Wat Saen Muang Ma Luang (Wat Hua Khuang) is a magnificent temple with ornately decorated buildings and located in a large area.
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I would be heartbroken if anyone missed this hotel in Chiang Mai.
Internet-famous hotel "The Inside House"
Located in the ancient city, with a 711 at the doorstep.
Small hotels are full of details, every corner is a photo opportunity. If you come to Chiang Mai and don't stay here for a night, I will be sad.
Failed to book a room with a pool, but I will come back next time!
Upon check-in, a welcome drink is provided. The hotel has prepared fruits and desserts in the room. From 1pm to 5pm, there are complimentary drinks and fixed desserts for afternoon tea.
At night, there will be a goodnight dessert on the bedside table, which is really thoughtful.
In the bathroom, there are lipsticks, nail clippers, and even a curling iron.
The fruits in the room are updated every day, and there are also flowers and orchids decorating the minibar in the cabinet, all of which are free.
Every corner is full of Moroccan style, white buildings wrapped in green plants, perfectly designed.
The only downside is that the scent in the hotel is all almond flavor, and I hate almond flavor.
Freely go to Chiang Mai in Thailand.
Chiang Mai is a foreign city that is particularly suitable for independent travel. The travel services on Ctrip are comprehensive, with airport pick-up and drop-off services for only 10-30 RMB, half-day tours to "Doi Suthep Temple" and "Bhubing Palace", family-friendly activities such as "Mae Wang Elephant Camp" and "Night Safari", and the most recommended one-day tour to the White Temple and Black Temple in Chiang Rai. On the day of departure, there will be a special car to pick up and drop off at the hotel. Even if your English is poor, there will be a Chinese tour guide accompanying you throughout the journey. I chose to depart on Friday because as a foodie, I didn't want to miss the most famous Saturday and Sunday night markets in Chiang Mai, where there are various cheap and delicious snacks and exquisite handmade products for sale. Chiang Mai is the second largest city in Thailand. It not only has a leisurely pace, but also is full of ancient and profound cultural heritage. You can walk around in slippers on the streets and alleys, and if you get tired, you only need to take a tuk-tuk or songthaew for 20 baht (5 RMB) as transportation.
Strolling through any street or alley in the ancient city of Chiang Mai, you can encounter magnificent or peaceful Buddhist temples. This small city with a population of 500,000 surprisingly has over 300 temples of all sizes, and you may get confused. However, there are several particularly famous temples that you must visit.
The first "Wat Phra Singh". It is the largest Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, built in the 14th century, and is a perfect example of Lanna-style architecture. The first thing that catches your eye when entering the temple is the glittering golden Buddha statue, and the murals in the hall depict the ancient local costumes and customs. In the center of the temple is a 20-meter golden white tower, which is a strong representative style of Thai temples.
The second "Qidilong Temple", also known as the Big Buddha Temple, is decorated with snakes and peacocks at the temple gate. There is a huge Buddha statue in the main hall, and the sense of space and the golden decorations inside the temple are very magnificent and exquisite. Along the path to the back square, there is a big Buddha pagoda. Although the ancient pagoda has been weathered by time and earthquakes, it appears majestic and magnificent under the reflection of the golden lotus flowers, with a simple and rustic charm.
The third "Wat Chiang Man", the first temple in Chiang Mai, was built in 1300 and is the oldest temple in Chiang Mai. The best building in the temple is the stupa of the main temple, which is surrounded by 15 elephants at the base, giving it a simple and vicissitudinous appearance that contrasts sharply with the dazzling golden elephant spire.
Not far from the city, the "Double Dragon Temple" on the Suthep Mountain, also known as the Suthep Temple, is named after two long dragons sitting and lying on both sides of the steps. It is a famous Buddhist summer resort in Thailand. The Thai royal summer palace is also built on Suthep Mountain. The Phuping Palace can be opened to the public when the royal family is not there from April to December. The palace has beautiful white walls and yellow tiles, and is located in the green mountains and trees, with its own beauty of coolness and peace.
The two breathtaking temples in Chiang Rai, the White Temple and the Black Temple, are the highlights of a trip to Chiang Mai. The White Temple was built by designer Cheler Mchai at his own expense and was first established in 1997. The entire complex is pure white and lustrous, with only small pieces of polished glass as borders or decorations, which is quite different from the usual temples. The details, such as the flying birds on the eaves, the standing statues on the roof, the reclining turtles on the pillars, and the flowing clouds on the flags, all reflect the exquisite and delicate design, which is a masterpiece of art. The White Temple tells the story of how one can reach the Buddhist paradise by crossing the Naihe Bridge and avoiding the temptation of hell with a single-minded focus. Next to the White Temple is a "glittering" golden building, which is actually a toilet and is probably the most beautiful toilet in the world.
The Black Temple is located in a forest of lush grass, consisting of many intricately constructed Thai temples made of original logs. The theme of the Black Temple is hell and death, with water buffalo skulls lined up on the ground, animal skins and large shells on the table, and a complete elephant skeleton and dried snake specimens on display. The creator, Mr. Thawan Duchanee, spent 36 years gradually designing and building this huge open-air, garden-style private art museum. His disciple and friend, a Buddhist artist, was inspired by him to create the still unfinished White Temple.
In Chiang Mai, magnificent temples can be seen everywhere, filled with the mysterious charm of Eastern Buddhist culture. With cheap prices and convenient transportation, it is definitely a perfect place for you to temporarily escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and people you see with your eyes open or closed, and let yourself fly. Take some beautiful photos that will make you want to cry and savor them slowly.
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Must visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Chiang Mai is filled with beautiful, gleaming temples but the most sacred of all is the Wat Phra Thai Doi Suthep that sits on the Doi Suthep mountain.Legend is that this temple is built to house a bone of Buddha. It is a must visit if you are in Chiang Mai.
Great temple to visit as the views are breath taking and architecture is very beautiful. Also one of the most sacred temple in Northern Thailand and a popular pilgrimage site.
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Doi Suthep - yes please!
Let’s start with the awesome ride up to Doi Suthep ! If you can ride a motorbike this is going to be an unforgettable trip, there’s a viewpoint in the way up and you can see most of CM !
Entrance is 30 B and you can leave some donations around the the temple. A very beautiful And spiritual experience. the stunning Bhuddas and souvenir markets are sure to captivate you.
A great visit for all old and young. #chiangmai #doisuthep #motorbikes
The Most Important Temple In Chiang Mai🇹🇭
📌Wat Phra That Doi Suthep📌
“Locals would say, You haven't really gone to Chiang Mai unless you've been to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.” - My Local Friend
Well.. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the most important temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Built in the early 19th century, the beauty of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is known for the statue of the seven-headed snake that lines the steps to the temple where the pagoda is (if you take the elevator, you will miss the stairs of this snake statue, unless you go by the elevator and return via the stairs). You need to pay 50 baht for the elevator, 50baht is for roundtrip elevator.
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is located in Tambon Suthep, Amphoe Mueang, Chiang Mai Province. Doi Suthep Hill is 11 kilometers from downtown Chiang Mai. And because it is located on a mountain, the road to Doi Suthep is more or less the same as Bedugul Bali, with twists and sharp climbs.
Don't forget to wear decent clothes when you come here!
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Address - Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District
Ambiance/Facilities - Toilet, View Point, Prayer room
Highlights - The Most Important Temple
Rating - 4,7/5
Amazing Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Welcome to "Wat Phra That Doi Suthep" Chiang Mai Buddhist Temple! It's on top of a high mountain and the structures are plated in gold.
When you are in Chiang Mai, you must go to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Temple for sunset. From the city, it takes about 40 minutes to the mountain to the temple. You can take the red public taxi that drives all over Chiang Mai to get to the temple cheaply.
The temple costs 30 Baht per person and is very beautiful. The view in particular is a dream. In addition, there are many small stalls with food, towels, bags and souvenirs. Definitely worth a visit! Such an amazing attraction to enjoy.
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Wat Chedi Luang Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Wat Chedi Luang, like Wat Phra Singh, is one of the most popular temples in Chiang Mai. This temple is also known as the 'Great Pagoda Temple' because of the tall and majestic pagoda inside, although it is now in ruins. Wat Chedi Luang is a place with many stories. Not only does it have a large pagoda and the 'City Pillar' of Chiang Mai, but it also once housed the precious Jade Buddha, which is now worshipped in Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
Like Wat Phra Singh, the origin of this temple is also a burial place built by the Lanna King Saen Muang Ma for his father. The king wanted to make the pagoda bigger and stronger, but it was still not completed when the king died. The king's widow continued the king's will, and during the reign of King Tilokaraj, the pagoda reached a height of 82 meters, making it the tallest building in Lanna at the time. However, the good times did not last long, and the top of the pagoda collapsed in a major earthquake in 1545.
Ancient Temple - Wat Chedi Luang
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Thailand has loads of temple situated all around the country. One popular temple called the Wat Chedi Luang located in the north of Thailand in changmai: 103 Prapokkloa Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand is one of the oldest temple which dates back all the way to the 14 century.
The build of the temple is remarkable, especially back in the olden days where there isn't any machinery. This is definitely one amazing marvel ever built. Due to the ongoing refurbishments an entrance fee is required to enter in the grounds of the temple. Also, do remember to wear covered pants covering below your knees as this is still considered a scared ground.
Wat Chedi Luang: Earthquake vs. Temple
In the heart of Chiang Mai’s old town is a testament to the enduring legacy of Buddhism in Thailand.
Despite enduring the wrath of a 1545 earthquake, the main building of Wat Chedi Luang has stood for nearly 700 years. Admire how the disformed roof and exposed brick have persevered through centuries of conflict and erosion.
Elsewhere in the complex, explore the beautiful traditional architecture and reclining buddha, hallmarks of Chiang Mai’s oldest and most renowned temple.
A Day of Exploring in Chiang Mai, Thailand🇹🇭
Chiang Mai, Thailand🇹🇭
Itinerary:
• Woke up to sleeper train & put bags in hostel
• Went for breakfast at Sunday Bakery
• Visited Wat Chedi Luang Temple
• Shopped around Chiang Mai
• Had lunch at Gravity Cafe
• Went to visit the silver temple
• Had a beer
• Went to Chiang Mai Saturday Night Market
We woke up at 5am, on the turbulent sleeper train, to the sunrise in Chiang Mai. It was an experience that I am so grateful for.
We headed to the hostel and woowww, this hostel is so serene and beautiful - it truly lives up to its name:( @hiddengardenhostel ).
Our favourite adventures so far are the temples. Wat Chedi Luang was an incredible sight, originally beginning construction in the 14th century, the temple resembles ancient ruins.
We were shocked at how many good shops there were around Chiang Mai- lots being very modern, selling beautiful handmade items.
We visited the completely silver covered temple & then sat and had a Chang Classic beer, as we people watched at a local bar.
Finally, after a little rest at the hostel, we delved into Chiang Mai’s Saturday night market & had street food (I had mushroom vermicelli noodles & a banana, Nutella pancake) - what a brilliant day :)
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Tha Phae Gate Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Don't miss the leisurely time under the Tha Pae Gate
When you come to Chiang Mai, you must come to Tha Pae Gate to experience the leisurely time. There are many 🕊 (Note: Don't go too early, there are no pigeons too early), you can drive pigeons to take big pictures for 100 Thai baht, come on Saturday and Sunday, you can also go to the market opposite to pottery your favorite handicrafts, very cheap, there are also many snacks, you can also enjoy a Thai massage!
Tha Phae Gate in Chiang Mai, Thailand🇹🇭
【Tha Phae Gate in Chiang Mai, Thailand🇹🇭】
Tha Phae Gate is one of the most famous landmark in Chiang Mai.
It's used to enter the center as the capital of the Lanna Kingdom in 13th-18 century.
- Location: Tha Phae Road, Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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【Tha Phae Gate チェンマイ タイ🇹🇭】
Tha Phae Gateは、チェンマイで最も有名な観光スポットのひとつです。
13世紀から18世紀にかけてランナー王国の首都として中心部に入るために使用されていたようです。
今は鳩が多く、Tha Phae Gateをバックに鳩と写真を撮るのが主流のようです！😆
- 場所: Tha Phae Road, Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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ประตูท่าแพ เชียงใหม่ Chiang Mai Countdown
Chiang Mai Countdown 2023 Love is all around แห่ชมแสงสีหลอดไฟแอลอีดี ประตูท่าแพ ต้อนรับปีใหม่เทศบาลนครเชียงใหม่ นำไฟแอลอีดี มาประดับตกแต่งตามต้นไม้บนข่วงประตูท่าแพ และต้นไม้ทางทิศใต้ของข่วงประตูท่าแพ ไปจนถึงถนนคชสาร และด้านทิศเหนือไปจนถึงสี่แยกสมเพชร ระยะทางยาวกว่า 200 เมตร ส่วนบนลานประตูท่าแพ มีการประดับไฟแอลอีดี ต้นคริสต์มาสยักษ์สูงกว่า 7 เมตร และประติมากรรมรูปแบบต่างๆ จากแสงไฟแอลอีดีอย่างสวยงาม เช่นเดียวกับบริเวณถนนท่าแพตลอด 2 ฝั่งถนน มีการประดับตกแต่งหลอดไฟแอลอีดี สร้างสีสันสวยงามยามค่ำคืน ซึ่งมีนักท่องเที่ยวจำนวนมาก มาชมแสงสี และถ่ายภาพกับประตูเมือง
พิกัด ถ. ท่าแพ ตำบลช้างคลาน อำเภอเมืองเชียงใหม่ เชียงใหม่ 50200 #เที่ยวสวนสนุก #พิกัดลับ #คิดถึงธรรมชาติ #ที่เที่ยวถ่ายรูปสวย #thailand
Visit Iconic Phae Gate for pHotos
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at Chiang Mai do leave some time to visit the iconic Phae gate. It’s iconic and located at the heart of Chiang Mai and you can definitely treat it as a must to go place for pictures
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Doi Suthep Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Chiang Mai, the second largest city in Thailand, is both laid-back and exciting
The first stop in Thailand is Chiang Mai, a city whose name alone is enough to fall in love with. It was the favorite city of Teresa Teng, and although it is the second largest city in Thailand, it has the laziness and casualness of a small town, with long stories of small town life.
Many people don't want to leave once they come, so they stay and live here. Three short days are not enough to really get into Chiang Mai, but they are enough to get an initial impression.
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1⃣️Chiang Mai University
✅Tour by sightseeing car, take a quick look at the youth of Thailand
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2⃣️Suthep Mountain
✅Climb up and overlook Chiang Mai
✅Enter the Twin Dragon Temple and feel the faith of the yellow-robed Buddhist country
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3⃣️Culinary School
✅In the market, study Thai vegetables and fruits, and get into real life
✅Enter the kitchen and learn to make authentic Thai delicacies
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4⃣️Chiang Mai Night Zoo
✅In Thailand's largest zoo, explore the night world
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5⃣️Jungle leap, release the true self
✅Hiking, measure the most primitive nature with your feet
✅Leap, release the true self with a scream
The Best Place To See ChiangMai City🇹🇭
📌Wat Phra That Doi Suthep’ View Point 🏙️🌅
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of the famous temples in Chiang Mai, Thailand because it has a very beautiful view.
This temple is also known as Doi Suthep which is actually Doi Suthep itself is the 'Name of the Mountain' where this temple is located.
The journey from the city center to Doi Suthep Temple takes 15-30 minutes to drive through the forest and up the mountain (the roads are good and asphalted).
If you visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, don't forget to stop by the View Point, you can come at Sunrise time. Besides being able to enjoy the Sunrise from the height of the city of Chiang Mai, you can also witness the sights that spoil your eyes.
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Beautiful View Of Chiang Mai @Doi Suthep
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Ratchaworawihan is a beautiful cultural icon of Chiang Mai. The temple grounds is very big and you'll need to climb a lot of stairs up to reach the top. But it's a nice climb as you'll be able to view the valleys and mountains of Chiang Mai at the observation deck. There were lots of people when we were here, both tourist and devotees, but the trip was well worth it if you're in Chiang Mai.
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Visit the Doi Suthep Temple in Chiangmai
Arrived to the Land of Smile a few days ago. The first place we visit after landing in Chiangmai, Thailand was the Doi Suthep Temple.
Th most beautiful and sacred temple, containing a holy relic of the Buddha . Impressive panoramic view of the city can be seen from temple terrace at 3,500 feet above sea level.
Do visit this beautiful temple when you come to Chiangmai, Thailand.
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