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Thailand
Chiang Mai
Golden temples in and around the moated Old City, Doi Suthep above town, khao soi and night markets, elephant sanctuaries and Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak.
The best of Chiang Mai, according to 4 travel creators
We read 4 Chiang Mai itineraries and counted which places come up again and again. Higher on the list means more creators recommend it.
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1.Wat Phra Singh
Old City3 of 4 creators recommendfrom $1
Major Lanna-style temple housing the Phra Buddha Sihing image.
2.Elephant Nature Park
Mae Taeng2 of 4 creators recommendfrom $104
Elephant rescue and rehabilitation centre north of Chiang Mai.
3.Wat Chedi Luang
Old City2 of 4 creators recommendfrom $1
Temple centred on a massive partially ruined chedi.
4.Wat Lok Moli
Old City (north)2 of 4 creators recommend
Temple just north of the old city wall with a large brick chedi.
6.Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Doi Suthep2 of 4 creators recommendfrom $0.89
Mountaintop temple reached by a naga staircase, overlooking the city.
Tip: Cover shoulders and knees. Take the 306 steps or the funicular.
7.Wat Umong
Suthep (forest)2 of 4 creators recommendFree
Forest temple with ancient meditation tunnels.
8.Bhubing Palace
Doi Suthep1 of 4 creators recommendfrom $2
Royal winter palace with gardens on Doi Suthep.
9.Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls
Mae Taeng1 of 4 creators recommend
Limestone waterfall you can climb thanks to grippy mineral deposits.
10.Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre
Old City1 of 4 creators recommendfrom $3
Museum of Chiang Mai history in a former provincial hall.
12.Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Chang Khlan1 of 4 creators recommendFree
Nightly market for souvenirs and street food.
13.Chiang Mai Women's Correctional Institution Massage
Old City1 of 4 creators recommend
Massage centre run by trained inmates and ex-inmates.
14.Doi Inthanon summit
Doi Inthanon National Park1 of 4 creators recommendfrom $8.92
Thailand's highest point, with the Ang Ka Nature Trail.
15.Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
1 of 4 creators recommend
Elephant experience operator offering half-day visits.
Where to eat in Chiang Mai
1.Suki Koka
Chang Phueak Gate2 of 4 creators recommend
Evening sukiyaki stall beside Khao Kha Moo Chang Phueak.
2.Chang Phueak Gate Night Market
Chang Phueak Gate1 of 4 creators recommend
Evening street-food market at the old city's north gate.
4.Khao Kha Moo Chang Phueak
Chang Phueak Gate1 of 4 creators recommend
Evening stall famous for braised pork leg on rice.
5.Khao Soi Islam
Night Bazaar area1 of 4 creators recommend
Halal restaurant serving khao soi and biryani.
Where to stay in Chiang Mai
2.Raya Heritage
Mae Ping riverside (north)1 of 4 creators recommendfrom $291/night
Riverside resort with Lanna-inspired design.
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