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Popularly know as the Rose of the North, Chiangmai is blessed with stunning natural beauty and unique indigenous cultural identity. Found by King Mengrai the Great as the capital of the Lanna Thai Kingdom by merging the various city-states in the region in 1296.About 700 kilometres from Bangkok, Chiangmai is situated on the Mae Ping River basin some 310 metres above sea level. Surrounded by high mountain ranges, it course an area of approximately 20,170 square kilometers: the terrin is mainly jungles and mountains, part of which are within national parks which are still fertile and verdant with plentiful flora and fauna.

Today Chinagmai is the economic, communications cultural and tourism center of Northern Thailand with its own language, architecture, traditions made Chiangmai very unique and charming city.

There is not just a warm hospitality but still offering unique and attractive trips, Doi Suthep, a very friendly local mountain, to view the Royal Winter Palace and beautiful Wat Pratad Temple, Elephant camps, Orchid farm, Snake show or huge variety of handicraft at Ban Tawai. In the evening, you canvisit the colourful night bazzar or try a “Kantoke Dinner”, featuring traditional dishes and delightful folk dances.

Chiangmai will fascinate you and you are very welcome with our traditional charm and hospitality. You will love and enjoy your stay here. For more information, contact www.tat.or.th