A II Z Chiang Mai

Hello girl and boy,

As promised last message from the blog master, DVM. Nida, to give you an information about Chiang mai. She asked me to write all attractive places, activities and things in Chiang mai for you readers. I'm about to encourage you come back to our city 'the Rose of North' again-and-again. Let's see what I have in alphabets...

A for Art and galleries:

Existing for over 700 years with cultural heritage from past generations, the city of Chiang Mai is a fertile land where different forms of art have flourished. Its climate and geographical characteristics are more pleasant compared to other parts of the country, which has lead Chiang Mai to become home to both local and non-local artists.

Travel around the city and you will find that there are more than 20 art galleries, both governmental and private.

B for Birds:

Apart from being a weekend destination for those who love to explore nature, Chiang Mai's extensive forests also house a great number of bird species. So to all bird-watching enthusuasts out there, the forests are definitely the places not to missed, especially those of Doi Inthanon and Doi Suthep.

C for Coffee:

For over 20 years, the north of Thailand has been the major place for coffee bean plantation, which has massively improved the economical status of hill tribal dwellers as well as reducing the opium culivation in the area. As a consequence, there are a countless number of coffee shops all over the city, serving quality cups of local brews and the taste of Chiang Mai.

D for Doi (Mountain):

Directly translated as mountain, Doi is a symbol of Northern Thailand especially Chiang Mai as there are several tourist sites located on Dois; from the renowned Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, which is the official symbol of the province, to Thailand's highest point on Doi Inthanon 2,565 meters above sea level.

E for Ethnic groups:

Racial diversity is one of Chiang Mai's charms. Apart from Chiang Mai people aka kon muang, there are 13 types of tribal people residing in the mountainous area. Each has their own way of life and culture, as witnessed by their clothes, food and household appliances. However, they do have one characteristic in common which is the warm hospitality they have for anyone who comes to visit.