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Chiang Mai is one of the ancient cities of Thailand located in the mountainous region of northern Thailand. The region is blessed with natural beauty, historical sites and modern buildings as well. Visiting Chiang Mai will let you know about the culture and heritage of Thailand, and is especially popular among travelers who wish to have a spiritual experience and want to know about the history of the region.
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Exploring Chiang Mai, Thailand’s cultural hotspot: Find out the things to do and places to visit Chiang Mai is one of the ancient cities of Thailand located in the mountainous region of northern Thailand. The region is blessed with natural beauty, historical sites and modern buildings as well. Visiting Chiang Mai will let you know about the culture and heritage of Thailand, and is especially popular among travelers who wish to have a spiritual experience and want to know about the history of the region. Here is a list of the top things to do and places to visit in Chiang Mai which you must include in your Chiang Mai tour packages: Visit Chiang Mai’s Iconic Temples Chiang Mai is one of the ancient cities of Thailand and the region is home to 300 Buddhist temples, each temple is spiritually important and has its own history and famous for its architectural design. Here is a list of some of the important temples that you must visit in Chiang Mai:
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep: It is one of the ancient temple of Chiang Mai, situated at the top of Doi Suthep Mountain, offering breathtaking views of the city. To reach the top of the mountain you will have to climb around 306 steps, once you reach top you can see the sacred golden pagoda. Wat Chedi Luang: Another ancient temple of Chiang Mai is Wat Chedi Luang, situated in the Old City, offering a sacred experience. This temple comprises of splendid architectural style with a Lanna-style chedi, dating back to the 14th century. One of the highlight of this temple is that it was once the home of the Emerald Buddha which is now in Bangkok. Wat Phra Singh: This temple is also famous for its splendid architectural style comprising of Lanna architectural design and has a Buddha statue and murals. Wat Umong: This temple is also famous for its location, as it is situated amidst the forests and has underground tunnels and offers a serene and peaceful experience. Explore the Old City The Old City of Chiang Mai is a historic city as it is home to colonial buildings, and is the melting point of different cultures, and has narrow lanes, cafes and local boutique shops. Here is a list of the activities you can engage in the Old City of Chiang Mai: Sunday Walking Street Market: Visit the Sunday Walking Street Market which is good for buying local handmade items, offers street food, and live cultural performances. You can shop for souvenirs here at affordable prices. Tha Phae Gate: This is the entry gate to the Old City of Chiang Mai, here you can engage in taking photos. Read more…….