Chiang Mai Thailand

Chiang Mai, Thailand is a great city full of history with lots of Buddhist temples. There are many street markets including a fantastic night market. Food is delicious and available in numerous restaurants and bars.

High in the mountains above Chiang Mai is Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. Definately not to be missed. Take care on the steps.

The Tha Phae Gate. Now a pedestrian entry into Chiang Mai Old City. Be careful crossing the road.

The moat surrounds the Chaing Mai Old City. This photo is in the area of the Tha Phae Gate a setting for many events and celebrations, very popular with pigeons and tourists.

Wat Chedi Luang. Chiang Mai City's most famous Budhist temple, located in the heart of the city it is a good place to go and relax and chill for a while.

Golden Buddha figures inside the main temple building at Wat Chedi Luang. A wonderful setting with the most peaceful atmosphere.

A Mound of Thai flags at the Buddhist Manuscript Library and Museum. Next to Wat Chedi Luang

A short distance outside Chiang Mai there are many attractions including lakes, beautiful mountains and scenery, parks and golf. there are animal sanctuaries for elephants, tigers, monkeys. Also Orchid and butterfly farms, gardens, hot springs. Lots more including good roadside food along the way.

A scene from Huay Tung Tao Reservoir about 10km from Chiang Mai. A place for a nature walk and lunch at one of the many over water restuarants.

Breathtaking views of the Doi Suthep Mountains easily accessible by road.

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Take a scenic walk up through 10 levels of waterfalls at Mae Sa Waterfalls. if you get up little hot and sweaty you can just jump in one of the pools and cool down.

Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden a great place for garden lovers and walkers alike. don't miss the forest canopy walk and the are lots of Themed greenhouses with different plant species and a museum. I keep going back here. A great day out.