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Welcome to Chiang Mai
** Experiencing the merging of the past into the present in Chiang Mai where locals
are proud of the city's 700-year history. Its rich traditional heritage and unique
culture is a perfect foundation for the development of the city. Chiang Mai is one of
the few places in Thailand where it is possible to find in the heart of the city centuries-old
chedis and temples next to modern convenience stores and boutique hotels.
The original city layout still exists as a neat square surrounded by a moat with
vestiges of the fortified wall and its four main gates offering prime access to the
old town. Intriguing diversity among ethnic tribes coupled with breathtaking scenery
makes Chiang Mai one of Asia's most attractive tourist destinations. The old
city of Chiang Mai with its fascinating indigenous cultural identity such as diverse
dialects, cuisine, architecture, traditional values, festivals, handicrafts and classical
dances is a prime location in its own right.
**Tourism Authority of Thailand, 2006 ‘Destination Guide’ Available: |
