Chiang Mai, Thailand Travel Guide - What To See & Do

NOOK version of our illustrated travel guide will take you to Chiang Mai, the hub of Northern Thailand. With a population of over 170,000 in the city proper (but more than 1 million in the metropolitan area), it is Thailand's fifth-largest city. Located on a plain surrounded by mountains and lush countryside, it is much greener and quieter than the capital, and has a cosmopolitan air and a significant expat population, factors which have led many from Bangkok to settle permanently in this "Rose of the North".

Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and internally to access context-specific information quickly and easily when offline. Many web links are included as well for additional information.

Contents:

Welcome To Chiang Mai
Overview
Climate
Arrivals
By plane
Domestic
International
By bus
From Bangkok
By train
Local Transportation
By songthaew or seelor
By tuk-tuk or samlor
By taxi
By moped (scooter) or motorcycle
By bicycle
By car
On foot
Hiring a car or minivan with driver
Sightseeing Highlights
Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep
Other temples
Inside the old city walls
Outside the old city walls
Museums
Gardens and nature
Elephants
Muay Thai
Fun Activities
Cinema
Theatre
Massage
Motorcycling
Rafting
Rainforest Canopy Walk
River Cruise
Sport
Swim
Festivals & exhibitions
Studying
Buddhism
Thai Boxing (Muay Thai)
Thai Cooking
Thai Language
Thai Massage
Tai Chi and Qi Gong
Shopping Highlights
Individual stores
Malls
Markets
Ware Factories
Dining Guide
Thai
Markets & roadside stalls
Budget
Mid range
Splurge
Western
Budget
Mid range
Splurge
Japanese
Korean
Vegetarian
Bars, Clubs & Drinking
Bars and pubs
Live music
Nightclubs
Gay bars
Coffee
Accommodation Guide
Guesthouses and Boutique Hotels
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Hotels
Safety & Security
Smoke
Water
Crime
Scams
Communications
Internet
Post
Telephone
Emergency contacts
Embassies & consulates
Local Help
Laundry
Local & Day Trips
Border crossings

Chiang Mai, Thailand Travel Guide - What To See & Do