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Sitting in the north, Chiang Mai is Thailand's second largest province. It is a mountainous region with several national parks within.
Over 10% of Chiang Mai's population are hilltribes. There are six principal hilltribes in Thailand: The Karen (known as Karieng) who arrived from across the Salween River in Burma. The Lisu, Lahu and Akha who are also from Burma (from the northern Shan state). The Hmong and The Mien crossed into Thailand from Laos.
Chiang Mai town was founded by King Mengrai and was previously the capital of the Kingdom of Laana. It is the capital of the province of Chiang Mai and the largest city in northern Thailand. In 1774 Chiang Mai became part of Siam when it was captured from Burma
Chiang Mai stands on the Ping River and it divided into four districts: Nakhon Ping, Srivijaya, Mengrai, and Kavila.
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water fight!
Local Customs
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Songkran marks the Thai new year and is a 3-day festival of water, in April. Celebrations take place in Bangkok, Chiang... more travel advice
Hilltribes
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The hill-country is known as The Golden Triangle. It borders Burma and Laos and holds the rivers Mekong and Mae Kok and... more travel advice
Dinner and dance Lanna style
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Ok, so it's a bit touristy but the food was good and the performances are too. Kantoke Palace is based on traditional... more travel advice
Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep
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3,400 feet above sea level sitting on the mountain named Doi Suthep is Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep. Its a very winding... more travel advice
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Good Start to Chang Mai, I'll come back for the rest as I'm going there in 3 weeks time. Nice pages overall.