Chiang Mai[a] is the largest city in northern Thailand, the capital of Chiang Mai province and the second-largest city in Thailand by urban population.

Lucky enough to call Chiang Mai home for a decade, I still find it endlessly captivating. Here’s are my top tips on planning, etiquette and safety to help you make the most of your stay.

Sep 30, 2022 · Known as the ‘Rose of the North’ Chiang Mai is steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful architecture. Founded over seven centuries ago Chiang Mai is the capital of the Lanna …

Jun 19, 2025 · We’ve rounded up a list of the best things to do in Chiang Mai from our personal experience. We’re sharing both top attractions as well as local secrets you won’t find in the guidebooks.

Chiang Mai isn’t known as the “rose of the north” for nothing. Its beauty and charm are evident in almost every corner of the city and in the natural landscape that surrounds it.

Jan 3, 2025 · Discover everything you need to know about Chiang Mai, from getting there to the best things to do, places to eat, shop and stay!

Jan 4, 2026 · When you’re looking for the best things to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you can’t go past these top 13 attractions and activities. You’ll be amazed at all the choices for what to do in Chiang Mai!

Jan 19, 2026 · Chiang Mai, largest city in northern Thailand and the third largest city in the nation after metropolitan Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima. It is located on the Ping River, a major tributary of …

Feb 23, 2026 · A comprehensive budget travel guide to Chiang Mai with tips on things to do, costs, ways to save, transportation, accommodation, and more.

Thailand's "Rose of the North" is a cultural and natural wonderland with ethnic diversity, a multitude of attractions and welcoming hospitality. Chiang Mai literally means "new city" and has retained the …