Colors of Chiang Mai Region - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

It can be confidently said that the cuisine of Chiang Mai is quite exotic but still delicious, healthy and safe for tourists. The basis of the diet of Thais is traditionally rice, which is …
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The most popular tourist temple is Wat Phra Singh. It is located in the Old Town on Thanon Ratchadamnoen street. You should definitely visit this place, even if the temples are not included …
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The Winter Festival and Red Cross Fair are held at the end of December. The fair traditionally has a lot of local goods directly from factories at low prices. There are also music shows and a beauty contest.
Chiang Mai is surrounded by mountains. Go to Doi Ang Khang, there are gorgeous views and real mountains, but it is cold here in winter. However, you can explore caves here. The most famous …
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1. There is a temperate climate in Chiang Mai, from November to February the average daily temperature is comfortable, and this is the best time to travel to Thailand. From March to June – …
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Among the hundreds of hotels in Chiang Mai there are many elite facilities and hotels with an unusual history. Travelers who are interested in culture of past centuries will certainly be …
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Children's Day (second Saturday in January) is widely celebrated in Chiang Mai. There are concerts and processions, children's competitions and entertainment activities. Balls and flowers are everywhere. You can hear music everywhere and ride different rides. In the evening, hundreds of fireworks are launched into the sky.

You can visit the Kite Festival in March. The festival annually attracts more and more foreign participants and spectators. Competitions and festive events are held here.
You should definitely go shopping in Chiang Mai. There are all conditions for shopping: a large selection of goods, affordable prices and as many as two shopping areas, designed primarily …
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One of the most important holidays is considered Visakha Bucha -it is dedicated to Buddha, his life, teaching and death. It is celebrated on the 15th day of the 6th lunar month. In July, Asalha Puja is celebrated, another important religious holiday, when Buddhists go to the temple to pray and make donations. Khao Phansa is celebrated almost immediately after it – the day before the long fasting which lasts 3 months.

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Cathedrals and basilicas near Chiang Mai Region
♥ Sacred Heart Cathedral, Chiang Mai, 50.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Sacred Heart Cathedral, Chiang Mai, 50.6 km from the center. On the map


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