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Temple in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Chiang Mai Overview

Chiang Mai (New City) was founded in 1296 by King Mengrai as the capital of the first independent Thai state, Lanna Thai (Kingdom of One Million Rice Fields). It became the cultural and religious center of the northern Tai, those who had migrated from southern China to dwell in Thailand, and remained so throughout the turbulent period of recurring Burmese attacks. The Burmese finally captured Chiang Mai in 1556 and occupied it until King Taksin retook the city in 1775, driving the Burmese forces back to near the present border. Burmese influence on religion, architecture, language, cuisine, and culture, however, remains strong. Read More

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Royal Princess Chiangmai

112 Changklan Road
Chiang Mai 50100 Map

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Hotel Class: 2 class stars

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Shangri-La

89/8 CHANG KLAN ROAD
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Distance: 1.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: 5 class stars

Amora Tapae

22 CHAIYAPHUM RD., CHANGMOI
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Distance: 1.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars


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A. Muang
220 Moo 1
Chiang Mai 50300 Thailand

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Air's Thai Culinary Kitchen

Muang District
9/1 Nong Prateep Road, T. Nong Pakrung
Chiang Mai 50000 Thailand

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Bike & Bite

23/1 Sriphum Road
Chiang Mai 50200 Thailand

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Airports

Major Airports near Chiang Mai

Distance (mi.)
Mandalay Annisaton Airport 288.2 map

Other Smaller Airports near Chiang Mai

Distance (mi.)
Chiang Mai International Airport 2.7 map
Yangon Mingaladon Airport 232.1 map
Jinghong Gasa Airport 251.3 map

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