Mystical Chiang Mai Old City: 5-Day Journey
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13 attraction(s) |
total distance 59
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Day1: Chiang Mai
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One of Thailand's important cultural heritages, the ancient city is in a square shape with a perimeter of approximately 1.5 kilometers, and the city walls and moat are well-preserved. Inside the ancient city, there are numerous traditional temples and pagodas, as well as unique hotels, guesthouses, cafes, and restaurants. There are many city gates in the ancient city, and the East Gate Tapae Gate is well-preserved.
Famous temples in the ancient city include Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, and Wat Chiang Man, most of which can be visited for free, with only a 20 Baht entrance fee for foreigners at Wat Phra Singh.
The ancient city is also the location of the popular Sunday Night Market, which is held on the street near the East Gate Tapae Gate.
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Temple complex with a partially crumbled 15th-century chedi & a pillar believed to protect the city.
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Day2: Chiang Mai
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In addition to its gold stupa, pagodas & museum, this mountainside temple offers broad city views.
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Chiang Mai University was founded in 1964 and is the first higher education institution in northern Thailand. Today, it is ranked second in Thailand and is the top university outside of Bangkok. The campus covers an area of 14 square kilometers and has 107 faculties, with over 18,000 students and over 2,000 faculty members. While its overall academic reputation may not match some of the well-known universities in Bangkok, Chiang Mai University is highly regarded for its engineering and medical technology programs, earning a good reputation. Additionally, the campus is located near Doi Suthep Mountain, about 2 kilometers west of the city center, offering a beautiful environment.
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Buzzing road lined with craft coffee shops, boutiques, hip restaurants & cocktail bars.
Day3: Chiang Mai
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Chiang Mai Night Safari is the largest zoo in Thailand, located at the foot of Doi Suthep mountain and adjacent to scenic gardens, waterfalls, and lakes. Visitors can enjoy a variety of exotic animals here, as well as panoramic views of Chiang Mai city. The park covers nearly 100 acres and offers stunning landscapes, making it a perfect place to relax and appreciate the beauty of nature.
Day4: Chiang Mai
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Vibrant, 3-floor market featuring fresh produce, street food, casual clothing & household goods.
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Stylish resort offering a spa, a pool & upscale French dining, plus a tea bar & a rooftop lounge.
Day5: Chiang Mai
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The East Gate of the old city in Chiang Mai is a prominent landmark and the starting point of the Sunday Night Market. It is easy to find and offers an opportunity to interact closely with the locals and experience their joys and sorrows. I also recommend visiting the Warorot Market, where you can join the locals in small transactions and gain a deeper understanding of the authentic life in northern Thailand.
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Sprawling, upscale mall features dozens of boutiques, gift shops, eateries & a cinema.
