The old city of Chiang Mai, situated in the North of Thailand, is still to this day surrounded by an original 13th century moat and the remains of an old city wall. The city itself encloses you in a sense of awe and serenity and yet just outside these walls is a buzzing cosmopolitan city. Chiang Mai can offer you a historical journey through its breathtaking landscapes and temples but then can also dazzle you with a midnight market on Huay Kaew Road where streets are closed and people stroll up and down until 11pm at night. This destination will scratch that holiday itch to shop and buy quality items for cheap and will feed your senses with its beautiful sights, what more could you ask for in a destination?
The city itself is surrounded by a ring of mountains, offering beautiful views from every direction. An array of over 300 temples also decorates the skyline, with some dating back as far as the 13th century. Natural wonders are certainly a highlight for this city. Chiang Mai offers a multitude of waterfalls, national parks and mountain trails to visit, with all attractions within half an hours drive in every direction. Ancient ruins and museums are right at your finger tips, without having to make a whole day trip for just one location.
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