7 Breathtaking things to do in Chiang Mai

2018-06-09 09:47:31

Chiang Mai is the largest city in Thailand after Bangkok, the weather in this place is cooler than in Capital City, there are things to do in Chiang Mai. This area is full of historical place with their history that will give you a things to know about Chiang Mai. Not only the history but the nature of Chiang Mai cannot to be missed, each place will make a heart-pounding with its dazzling view. So, here is the 7 Breathtaking things to do in Chiang Mai:   Doi Inthanon National Park Chiang Mai photo by @yannickdepauw The first things to do in Chiang Mai is to visited Doi Inthanon National Park, this place located in Ban Luang, Chom Thong District, Chiang Mai. Be ready to take your time breathing the fresh air and ambiance of this place. The park located on the highest mount in Chian Mai, the area surrounded by various flower and plant. In the middle of Doi Inthanon National Park, there is two highest pagodas to remembering King Bhumibol Adulyadej dan Queen Sirikit. The attraction that you can try on this place is trekking and climb the mount, but if you don’t want a challenging activity you can just take a walk on the pedestrian route around the park. But it is better to rent a car or bicycle because the park is very large and it is not enough to go by foot.   Doi Suthep photo by @andyy_nguyennn The next things to do in Chiang Mai, this place located on the northern Chiang Mai city. Same like Doi Inthanon this area surround by the mountain and lush green, there is a word from Thai people that you never visit Chiang Mai if you never down to Doi Suthep. In Doi Suthep we can find Wat Phra That Temple, this is the holy site for Budhhis, the temple still used for pray and ceremony even we can find the temple of white elephant in this area. They always the ritual by surround the temple three times and pray for their prosperity and health. Just go around the temple to see the history of Buddha story and teaching, the relief will show you the history or if you want there is a tour guide to give you detail information about this place.   Chiang Mai Night Safari photo by @chiangmainightsafari Chiang Mai Night Safari is one of the unusual things to do in Thailand, the zoo is located in 33 Moo 12 Nong Kwai, Hang Dong District. Chiang Mai night safari looks like Singapore Night Safari with their wild animal. This place divided into Three animal zones such as Savanna Safari, Predator Prowl, and Jaguar Trail. On the Savanna Safari, we can find herbivores animals such as zebras, giraffes, lamas, rhinoceros, and elephants even they have wild deer from Asian and Africa. Predator Prowl we can find a wild animal such as lions, hyena, pumas, tigers, and bears. And the last is Jaguar Trail with has kind of white stripe jaguars and tigers. There is also has a lake between Savanna Safari and Predator Prowl. The Chiang Mai Night Safari attraction is feeding animals in your own hands.   Old City photo by @rolfidas Confused where you will go in Chiang Mai here the tips things to do in Chiang Mai Old town is just go down to that place and enjoy the ambiance of the old city, here you will find the architecture and the traditional shops such as massage shop and food. The attraction near the Old city should not to be missed, here you can find many temples and holy sites such as Wat Phra Sing, Wat Chedi Luang, and Wat Phan Tao.   Elephant Jungle Sanctuary photo by @elephantjunglesanctuary One of non touristy things to do in Chiang Mai but now became a new attraction in Thailand. The sanctuary is home for the retired of a giant elephant, most of the elephant is from a circus. The sanctuary is home to back them to nature. The activity just interaction with the elephant such as feeding and play with them. At the end of tour, the visitor will get a mud spa then bath with an elephant in the river. The sanctuary has a two option of tour: full day and half day, the activity just the same but different on the length of time per activity. It will release your stress and breathtaking experience that you never do.   White Temple or Wat Rong Khun photo by @onecold126 You will never imagine before that Chiang Mai has a lof of temple around the city, but yes Chiang Mai is famous with their temples and holy sites, that why the best things to do in Chiang Rai visited and explore the White Temple. Now Chiang Rai is most visited by tourist from local and foreigner, the temple is such a magnificent view with full of white building and ornament and the small piece of glass will get a beauty reflection under the sun. The white color has a symbol of the purity and the Dhamma is symbolize Teaching of Buddha and the glass is symbolize of Buddha wisdom. If you have a plan to visit this place just wearing a polite clothes and its not allowed to take a picture on the main building. The temple open daily from 08.00 to 18.00   Night Tour in Chiang Mai photo by @thaibestvibes Never let your body rest during the tour even in the night, just don’t waste your time while you’re in Chiang Mai, because there is things to do in Chiang Mai at night. First, go shop until drop at the Night Bazaar, the stall open at 05.00 PM every day. On the Night Bazaar you can find kind of souvenirs, handmade stuff and wood carvings. Not only the souvenir stuff here we can find the food stall along the street. For suggest, try to eat a traditional Khantoke dinner that very famous in Thailand. Full of tummy go down to Sri Poom Road to listen to live music that will play at 09.00 PM. If you want to get a challenging attraction just watch Muay Thai (Thay Boxing). The fight held at International Thapae Boxing Stadium at 09.00 PM until 12.00 AM. From your King VIP Seat you will see the fight by local people even you can place a bets on each round. Here is the list of 7 Breathtaking things to do in Chiang Mai, so the question of What to do in Chiang Mai in 3 days is never failing, because there is a kind of destination with a scenic view that we can explore. You can plan the itinerary starts from the north of Chiang Mai move to the Middle City and the last at Southern of Chiang Mai.

7 Tastiest Restaurants in Chiang Mai You Must Know

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Chiang Mai is the largest city in Northern Thailand has its own food list that must be visited. Here are 7 best restaurants in Chiang Mai you must know :  1. David's Kitchen   David's Kitchen - Photo by @yyad.a David's Kitchen Chiang Mai is a French-Thai fusion restaurant that has long served as one of the best restaurants in Chiang Mai. With the head chef who previously worked at the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Chiang Mai the food was amazing, but it was a combination of cuisine, atmosphere, superior service and special attention to the details that complement this luxury dish. Some special dishes offered include Japanese Pumpkin Soup and Foie Gras. This restaurant is open from Monday to Saturday at 5pm until 10pm. And the location is at 113 Bamrungrad Road, Wat Kate, Riverside Chiang Mai, Thailand. 2. Dash Restaurant   Dash Restaurant - Photo by @yu_chan_1122 Although hidden in a quiet alley (soi), a few minutes from Tha Pae Gate, the Chiang Mai Dash restaurant is no longer a secret, but this place is already popular among local people and tourists. They offer a mixture of Thai and Western food, but with very interesting mixing. Dash Restaurant Chiang Mai is located in a beautiful wooden house, with a beautiful terrace area and lush garden. A live band that plays in the evenings adds a homely atmosphere and adds to the enjoyment while having dinner. Dash Restaurant is one of the restaurants in Chiang Mai that you have to visit, because the restaurant is open every day from 10:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. 3. La Fourchette   La Fourchette - Photo by @khanitha_ying La Fourchette is a French restaurant which is one of the best restaurants in Chiang Mai Old City. In this restaurant, they present the best French-made dishes in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. If you want to enjoy good wine, La Fourchette is the perfect place to enjoy a bottle of wine with delicious French-style food, because they have a wonderful selection of wines from France. La Fourchette is open Monday to Saturday at 5pm to 10pm and is located at 162/2 Prapokkloa Rd, Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai, 50200, Thailand. After enjoying your meal, you can visit Art in Paradise Chiang Mai which is only about 9 minutes from La Fourchette. You can take pictures of this optical illusions at this Chiang Mai museum of Art. 4. Khao Soi Khun Yai   Khao Soi Khun Yai - Photo by @lucasterribili Looking for others restaurants in Chiang Mai? Then you can go to Khao Soi Khun Yai. The long-known Staple Chiang Mai, often called by its English name 'Grandma Khao Soi', presents a delicious version of the famous soup from a simple sidewalk typical of street vendors. Located between two temples, Wat Rajmontean and Wat Khuan Khama. This restaurant is located at 112 Ratchamanka Road, Phra Singh, Chiang Mai, 50200, Thailand. After you enjoy your meal, you can try to stop by the temple. We want to arrive early because the soup in Khao Soi Khun Yai is often sold out before 1pm. But just relax this restaurant is open every day. 5. Khantoke at the Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center   Khantoke at the Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center - Photo by @cinonnet Khantoke Dinner is the best way to spend the afternoon since Khantoke is one of best restaurants in Chiang Mai. You will experience a traditional Thai dinner and dance all in the charming atmosphere of the Chiang Mai Cultural Center. Enjoy a wide variety of northern Thai food, to share with dishes including chicken curry, Burmese-style pork curry, fried chicken, sticky rice, vegetables with spicy chili pepper and local delicacy of deep pork skin. This restaurant is open every day from 7pm to 10pm. And the exact location is at 185/3 Thipanet Road, Phra Singh Chiang Mai, Thailand. 6. Ginger and Café   Ginger and Café - Photo by @joewen1980 With a great location in traditional Thai home, Ginger & Cafe offers a distinctive dining experience, with excellent food and service. The restaurant decoration is superb, with antique furniture, colorful accessories and exceptional attention to detail. They offer Thai and international favorites with massive curries considered to be one of the best in the city. Before you go, pop in the store where you can buy beautiful furniture and other household items. This restaurant is open every day from 10am to 11pm. And the location is in 199 Moon Muang Road, Muang Chiang Mai, Thailand. After pampering your stomach, it's time to continue your vacation in Chiang Mai. You can continue the journey to Eagle Track Zipline and your adrenaline pump with a variety of outdoor activities. The location is very close to Ginger & Cafe, which is about 4 minutes by taxi. 7. Blue Diamond   Blue Diamond - Photo by @makthilda Blue Diamond represents another vegetarian-friendly restaurant in Chiang Mai, but it stands out of competition for its lovely and delicious interior. Favorite local yogis and meditators, it offers a variety of healthy Thai cuisine and incredible salads, as well as homemade bread. Many people say Blue Diamond is the pioneer behind a healthy eating scene that is now popular in Chiang Mai. The menu is so wide that there will always be something to please everyone, and they even have cookies, cookies, and gluten-free bread in place. Next to the restaurant, there are stores selling fruits and other products. A variety of vegetarian burgers, as well as friendly staff make a great experience. See all the treats and delights they offer and do not hesitate to ask them about their food. They sell lots of organic products, from natural mosquito sprays to muffins that bloom, warm from the oven. This restaurant is located at 35/1 Moon Muang Road, Soi 9, Muang, Chiang Mai, 50200, Thailand, which is open Monday to Saturday from 7am to 9pm. There are 7 best restaurants in Chiang Mai you must know. It can be seen that Chiang Mai offers various types of food, ranging from local Thai specialties, coffee shops, cafes, halal food to snacks and dessert. From the list of places to eat above it can be concluded that Chiang Mai is indeed a culinary paradise for food lovers. Make sure that you have input those restaurants above in the list of your visits while on vacation to Chiang Mai.

8 Gorgeous Temples in Chiang Mai You Must See

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The city of Chiang Mai reflects the character of Thailand in all its architectural wonders, especially in every temples. Here are 8 gorgeous temples in Chiang Mai you must see : 1. Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep   Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep - Photo by @vieira.hana One of the temples in Chiang Mai that that must be visited is Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or commonly called Doi Suthep. Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep is Chiang Mai temple on mountain. At the time of Doi Suthep, there were a number of regulations that needed to be obeyed because actually Doi Suthep was a place that was very sacred by Buddhists. Clothing worn is not allowed to be careless. Must be well-dressed. If you wear shorts, visitors can rent cloth to cover the shorts. After buying a ticket, visitors can go up to the elevator that goes to the summit of Mount Doi Suthep or go up the stairs for arounf 309 steps. Once you reach the top, visitors can see the atmosphere of Chiang Mai from above. The scenery is very beautiful because you can see the whole city. Even the flight back and forth when landing at Chiang Mai Airport can also be seen. This is one of breathtaking things to do in Chiang Mai. Many tourists and Buddhists come to Doi Suthep. Both for taking pictures or praying, asking for safety, asking for luck, and giving offerings. 2. Wat Chedi Luang   Wat Chedi Luang - Photo by @_chloehk Wat Chedi Luang is one of Buddhist temples in Chiang mai, and located in the middle of Chiang Mai City. With the height of the main pagoda reaching 86 meters, mplex Wat Chedi Luang was once the tallest building in Chiang Mai. This temple contains a standing Buddha statue called Phra Chao Attarot that attracts many people who are curious and want to uncover the mystery of this temple. Its conditions are partly destroyed to bring a mysterious nuance and its presence is very prominent in the historic city center. Right next to the entrance, tourists will find the Dipterocarpus tree and the city pillar, both of which are believed to be the holy protectors of the city. You don't need to pay for an entrance ticket. Donations will be welcomed. You can visit this temple every day from morning to evening. After a historical tour, you can take pictures at a world full of 3D illusions, Art in Paradise Chiang Mai. The distance is only 10 minutes from Wat Chedi Luang by taxi. 3. Wat Phra Singh   Wat Phra Singh - Photo by @travelandfunworld Wat Phra Singh is a 14th century Buddhist one of famous temples in Chiang Mai for the iconic statue of Phra Buddha Sihing. The temple has a well-arranged area with a row of coffee shops around the stunning pavilion. Enjoy the calm atmosphere in the park and around the historical complex chapel. During the Songkran festival April 13-15, Phra Phutthasihing Buddha Statue will be paraded in a procession around the city so that residents can bathe Rupang with  fragrant smelling water, believed to give good luck to this city. You can chat with some of the 700 monks who are usually interested in practicing English with visitors. They sometimes participate in activities with children and community members. You can buy food and drinks at various kiosks. Note that this temple is especially crowded during national holidays and Buddhist celebrations. 4. Wat Chiang Man   Wat Chiang Man - Photo by @_nomadic_mama Wat Chiang Man is one of magnificent  temples in Chiang Mai with interesting history and an iconic golden peak. This place was founded in the 13th century, when King Mengrai decided to make Chiang Mai the capital of the Lanna Kingdom. Explore a variety of religious objects here, some of which are important in Buddhism. Visit the stupa, which is the main temple building, decorated with 15 elephant carvings. Observe the golden roof that combines the Lanna and Singhalese design styles. You can make a donation to the temple, and no need to pay for the entrance ticket. This place is open to the public every day from morning to evening. 5. Wat Suan Dok   Wat Suan Dok - Photo by @andrew__rowlands Located approximately 1 km west of Suandok City Gate, formerly the land of Wat Suan Dok is a botanical garden given by the king to monks from Sukhothai. Inside the main building is 500-year-old Bronze Buddha statue, one of the largest in Thailand. On the front there are many white stupas which are also the tombs of several members of the Chiang Mai kingdom. The scenery here is beautiful at sunset because there are many open areas. The building was also once a dormitory for Thera Sumana monks who became Lanka schools in the Lanna Kingdom. This temple was then ignored during the rule of Burma and was recently renovated during the time of King Borommarachathipbodi Kawila of the Thipchakkrathiwong Dynasty. 6. Wat Chet Yot   Wat Chet Yot - Photo by @320.94 Wat Chet Yot or known as Wat Photaram Mahaviharm. This temple is one of the oldest Buddhist temples that has seven unique stupas. There is still no clear evidence when this temple was built. However, by comparing it with temples near Wat Chet Yot such as, Wat Phra Singh, Wat Doi Thong, Wat Ngam Muang, and Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Chet Yot was interpreted to be built during the Lanna period. When the Lanna kingdom deteriorated and became a Burmese colony for more than 600 years, Chiang Saen and Chiang Rai deteriorated as well, causing the temple to become deserted. However, now Wat Chet Yot is one of the temples in Chiang Mai which visited by many visitors. Some come to pray, some come to tour while learning about the history of this temple. 7. Wat Chedi Liam   Wat Chedi Liam - Photo by @_yuri_yudhistira Wat Chedi Liam is one of the Buddhist temples in Chiang Mai, precisely in Wiang Kum Kam. Wiang Kum Kam is an ancient protected city built by King Mengrai of the Lanna kingdom. Wiang Kum Kam is the capital of the Lanna Kingdom, but only for 10 years until 1296, when Chiang Mai was established a few kilometers north. The temple was founded in 1288, Wat Chedi Liam is a temple inhabited by settled monks. The name translates to "temple of the square chedi". This temple also known as Wat Ku Kham Luang consists of ancient chedi and newer viharn and ubosot. The only building left of this 13th century temple is the Mon Dvaravati style chedi which is still well maintained. 8. Wat Sri Suphan   Wat Sri Suphan - Photo by @plantscatsandoutdoors Wat Si Suphan is a silver temple Chiang Mai which located on Wualai Street, Tambon Hai Ya, Amphoe Mueang from Chiang Mai Province. It was built during the reign of King Mueang Kaeo of the Mangrai dynasty in 1500 by storing the Buddha's statue Phrachao Ched Tue or Phra Phutthapatihan. Wat Sri Suphan is one of magnificent temple in Thailand with a wonderful architecture. The architecture is built in the Lanna style of stone and aluminum and silver decorations above fine carvings. This three-dimensional art depicts stories of Buddhism, dharma and temple history with the aim not only to preserve religion, local wisdom in silver art, but also to preserve the pride of the Lanna kingdom for generations to come.  If you go to Chiang Mai with your children, then you should take them to Chiang Mai Night Safari which is located only 17 minutes by car from Wat Sri Suphan. Temples architecture in Chiang Mai is not much different from the architecture of Chiang Rai temples. But there are still unique things that make Chiang Mai one of the destinations in Thailand that must be visited. 8 gorgeous temples in Chiang Mai you must see above are one of them that must be visited